Our Little Kitchen by Jillian Tamaki

Jillian created this book based on her own experience of working at a community kitchen. She writes about it in more in the back of the book which I highly recommend checking out.

The book itself is colourful and bustling with movement. The community gathers together, makes meals with whatever they've got and shares it with one another. A simple act of kindness and caring. Shining a light on how we can all take part in making a difference in the world, one small act of kindness at a time.

A picture book about a lively evening in a community kitchen from Governor General’s Award–winning author and illustrator Jillian Tamaki.

Tie on your apron!
Roll up your sleeves!
Pans are out, oven is hot.
The kitchen’s all ready,
Where do we start?

In this lively, rousing picture book from Caldecott Honoree Jillian Tamaki, a crew of resourceful neighbours come 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 people looking out for one another.

Includes two recipes and an author’s note about the volunteering experience that inspired the book.

Age Range: 4 - 8 years

We've made a VIRTUAL CLASS inspired by this book! Read the book + and then purchase a class to do at home together!