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“[A] satisfying picture book portrait of a family ritual that feeds bellies, minds, and spirits. ”

—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

“A warmhearted story about togetherness and baking as a labor of love.”

—Kirkus Reviews

“This story is all about sensory exploration and comfort, serving as a gentle, cheerful reminder that perfection isn’t always necessary.”

—BCCB

“With plenty of read-aloud appeal, this warm and inviting picture book is made for savoring and sharing.”

—Booklist

Bread Is Love

Written by Pooja Makhijani
Illustrated by Lavanya Naidu
Published by Roaring Brook Press

Bread is many things.

Bread is simple. The dough can be made with just flour, salt, starter, and water.

Bread is science. With the right ingredients, in the right amounts, the dough grows and changes.

Bread can be unpredictable. Sometimes it rises, like a soft pillow. Sometimes it’s flat and crunchy.

But bread is always delicious, especially when it is made with love.

Primary ISBN: 9781250906885
Publication Date: February 2026
Available As: Hardcover, Audiobook, eBook
Picture Book, Age 04 or older

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