Exploring Cultures in the Kitchen
Exploring Cultures in the Kitchen
Reading Level: 4
Interest Level: 3-6
Food is a fun way to explore different cultures! Eating traditional foods from other countries can deepen our appreciation for diversity, and learning to cook those foods takes that appreciation one step further by creating a hands-on learning experience. These engaging guides to global cuisine and culture feature detailed recipes for a variety of foods from around the world—from India and Japan to Mexico and Italy. These recipes are presented alongside essential information about the geography, celebrations, and lifestyles of each country. Colorful photographs of delicious dishes and other cultural elements are included as part of a vibrant design.
Each Book Contains:
• Fact boxes and highlighted tips to provide more information about each country and the specific dishes featured in each recipe
• Safety information to help readers successfully and safely complete each recipe
• Photographs that accompany the clear steps in each recipe to help readers visualize what their dishes should look like
Curriculum Connections:
• Maps with clear labels are included to help readers practice obtaining information from these sources
• Recipes allow readers to practice their math skills through accurate measuring, and a conversion chart is included with metric and standard units
• The creative focus of the text enhances readers' understanding of multicultural studies content and invites them to compare and contrast traditional dishes from different countries