Hot Dog! The History of ­America’s Favorite ­Sausage

Gr 1-6–Hot dogs, wieners, sausages, frankfurters, whatever eaters call them, they are, and have been, well-loved around the world. This delightful picture book, filled with hot dog facts, stories, and laughs, will assure readers that they are not alone in their love of this delight. The fermented sausage dates back to 1500 BCE in ancient Babylon. Due to a lack of refrigeration, spiced and salted meat was a necessity for food safety and storage. Finding its way to the United States in the 1800s, thanks to the Germans and Austrians, the hot dog quickly became a well-loved staple in most ­households. Served in ballparks and the White House, the average American eats 75 hot dogs a year, with 20 billion eaten annually worldwide. Told by Frank de ­Weinerdog, this amiable tale includes interesting facts, history, maps, recipes, a glossary, and a timeline. Retro 1940s art-style illustrations appear digitally created and fill most of the page. Readers will find the short ­sentences and vibrant pictures fun and ­factual at the same time. Puns used will not be lost on older readers ­