Tommy's World of Tastes a multicultural children's book about food, culture and curiosity
Help your child move from “no way!” to “let’s try!” with a fun, global food adventure.
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Discover the World Through Food with Tommy with a joyful journey that sparks a love of reading while opening children’s eyes to the beauty of cultures, foods, and traditions around the world.
Is your child a picky eater? Tommy’s World of Tastes is a fun and engaging children’s book that helps kids overcome fear of new foods while discovering flavors from around the world.
Tommy’s World of Tastes is a joyful multicultural children's story that invites young readers to explore the flavors of the world.
Through curiosity, adventure, and delicious discoveries, Tommy learns that food connects people across cultures and traditions. Each bite opens a new door to understanding how families around the world celebrate meals, memories, and community.
Perfect for classrooms, libraries, and family reading, this engaging story encourages children to try new foods, appreciate cultural diversity, and celebrate the beautiful differences that make our world so rich.
Written by Jessie Hionis, an bestselling author of children’s books that celebrate inclusion, imagination, and global cultures.
Tommy’s World of Tastes
Struggling with a picky eater? Tommy’s World of Tastes is a fun and engaging children’s book that helps kids explore new foods and international
cuisines with confidence. Help your child explore new tastes, cultures, and confidence, one bite at a time.
Join Tommy and discover new international flavors and delicious dishes. Will he remain picky or will he be tempted by adventure?
Ideal for ages 4–9.
Book Details
Author: Jessie Hionis
Category: Children’s Picture Book
Themes: Family, inclusion, empathy, kindness, diversity
Language: English
ISBN (Paperback): 978-1-0691627-8-6
ISBN (eBook): 978-1-0691627-9-3
Kid's book for dealing with international tastes, travel and fussy eaters.
Perfect for:
Picky eaters
Parents
Teachers and educators
Classroom read-alouds
“My child tried new foods after reading this!”
“This engaging story helps children explore new foods, reduce mealtime stress, and build confidence through curiosity and culture.“
Key themes explored in the story
• Cultural diversity
• Food traditions around the world
• Curiosity and discovery
• Family and community
• Trying new foods
• Global awareness for children
• Multicultural learning
• Fussy eaters
Teacher & Classroom Discussion Questions
What new foods does Tommy discover in the story?
Why do you think food is important in different cultures?
Can you name a food that represents your family's culture?
How can trying new foods help us learn about other people?
What were Tommy’s favorite discoveries in the story? Why?
If you could travel anywhere to try food, where would you go?
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