The Pokémon Cookbook

Gr 3–6— Pokémon fans will gather around this adorable cookbook that features all kinds of nutritional food created to resemble creatures from the popular franchise. This is a serious guide with practical lessons on nutrition and cooking skills. The recipes are designed to mold the food into a specific character shape. Many of the examples are suggested as party fare, but others are for everyday lunches and snacks. It is recommended that a parent assist in the cutting and cooking for safety reasons. It is also noted that some of the ingredients are specifically found in Asian-centered supermarkets or groceries, but substitutions are often given in asides. Drawings of the character portrayed accompany each entry, and diagrams laying out the cooking and decorating are provided. Full-color photographs of each recipe are labeled with the name of the dish.