“Lush illustrations and a captivating narrative make this biography shine.” —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
“Focusing on scenes of people and food, Escobar’s luscious digital images add visual savor via colorful spirals of enticing aromas.” —Publishers Weekly
“Readers will be encouraged to think big and make connections between their dreams and the needs they encounter.” —Booklist
From the Publisher: “A moving picture book biography about chef José Andrés, who, along with his World Central Kitchen organization, is sure to inspire kids to help out in their own communities…”
More info About the Author: Erin Frankel is a children’s book author. She loves telling stories of empathy and wonder. Her picture books include A Plate of Hope, Remembering Barkley, and the Weird! series. Erin enjoys visiting schools to talk to students about stories and kindness. She lives with her family in Pittsburgh, where she writes, teaches, and hopes.
Author Site About the Illustrator: Paola Escobar grew up traveling from town to town in Bogota, Colombia. She is the illustrator of Digging for Words, an ALA Notable Book, and recipient of both the Americas Award and the International Latino Book Award, as well as Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré, an Indie Pick called “a must-have for all libraries” in a School Library Journal starred review. She lives with her husband and her dog, Flora.
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