Poppy’s Family Recipes
Written by Lauren Semmer
Illustrated by Lauren Semmer
Published by Crown Books for Young Readers
Sunday afternoons are special for Poppy, because she gets to spend them with Granddad. Today they are preparing a meal from scratch!
When Poppy is nervous about trying Granddad’s famous coconut stew, he shares the rich family history behind his dish. Then, after looking through a book of Grandad’s favorite recipes, they decide to make a sweet potato pie!
From visiting the farmers market for local ingredients to cooking side by side with Granddad, Poppy learns that nothing feels better than sharing a home-cooked meal with the people you love.
New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Lauren Semmer serves up a heartfelt story about the joy of cooking and the power of family tradition. The book also includes two recipes for young readers to make.
Primary ISBN: 9780593710630
Publication Date: August 2026
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book, Age 04 or older
Community Represented: Jamaican/Jamaican American
Themes: Cultural Empowerment, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Family, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Food, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Storytelling, Family Relationship: Grandparents, Generation: 3rd, Own Voices/Lived Experience
Setting: United States
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: 3rd Generation
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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