Our Little Kitchen

Our Little Kitchen is a picture book by Jillian Tamaki that celebrates food and community by showing a group of resourceful neighbors coming together to prepare a meal for their community. It includes a recipe and an author's note about the volunteering experience that inspired the book.

Format: Hardback
Length: 48 pages
Publication date: 22 September 2020
Publisher: Abrams

Tie on your apron! Roll up your sleeves! Pans are out, oven is hot, the kitchens all ready! Where do we start?


In this lively, rousing picture book from Caldecott Honoree Jillian Tamaki, a crew of resourceful neighbors comes together to prepare a meal for their community. With a garden full of produce, a joyfully chaotic kitchen, and a friendly meal shared at the table, Our Little Kitchen is a celebration of full bellies and looking out for one another. Bonus materials include a recipe and an author's note about the volunteering experience that inspired the book.

In this vibrant and heartwarming picture book, Caldecott Honoree Jillian Tamaki takes readers on a delightful journey into the world of food and community. With a zest for life and a love for cooking, a group of resourceful neighbors comes together to prepare a mouthwatering feast for their beloved community. From the bustling kitchen to the cozy dining table, the story unfolds with humor, warmth, and a sense of camaraderie.


The garden is brimming with fresh and flavorful produce, and the kitchen is a hive of activity as the neighbors work together to create a masterpiece. From chopping vegetables to stirring sauces, each person contributes their unique skills and expertise to the dish. The aromas wafting from the oven are enough to make anyone's stomach growl, and the final result is a delicious meal that is enjoyed by all.


But Our Little Kitchen is not just about the food; it is also a celebration of the power of community and the importance of looking out for one another. The neighbors come from different backgrounds and walks of life, but they share a common bond of kindness and generosity. They work together, support each other, and share their resources to create a better life for themselves and their community.


The story also includes a delightful recipe at the back, allowing readers to recreate the delicious meal they have just read about. The author's note provides insight into the inspiration behind the book, and how the volunteering experience at a local food bank influenced the story's themes of community and compassion.

Our Little Kitchen is a must-read for anyone who loves food, community, and the joy of coming together to create something special. It is a testament to the power of imagination, the beauty of diversity, and the importance of spreading kindness and compassion in the world.


So, grab your apron, roll up your sleeves, and join the celebration in Our Little Kitchen. You are sure to leave with a full stomach, a heart full of warmth, and a newfound appreciation for the power of community.