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Born hungry : Julia Child becomes "the French chef" / Alex Prud'homme ; illustrated by Sarah Green.
"In Paris, Julia devoured recipe books, shopped in outdoor markets, consumed all kinds of foods, and whipped through culinary school. And although she wasn't always successful in the kitchen, she was determined to "master the art" of French cooking. Through perseverance and grit, Julia became a chef who shared her passion with the world, making cooking fun, and turning every meal into a special event."-Publisher's website.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781635923230
- ISBN: 1635923239
- Physical Description: 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York : Calkins Creek, an imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers, [2022]
- Copyright: ©2022
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "Bonus recipe inside!"-- Cover. Includes a recipe for scrambled eggs. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Target Audience Note: | 1110L Lexile |
| Study Program Information Note: | Accelerated Reader AR LG 5.3 0.5 515705. |
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| Genre: | Biographies. Picture books. Recipes. |
Available copies
- 15 of 15 copies available at Missouri Evergreen. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Rolla Public.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 15 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rolla Public Library | JBIO CHI PRU (Text) | 38256101849150 | Juvenile Biography | Available | - |
Born Hungry : Julia Child Becomes the French Chef
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Summary
Born Hungry : Julia Child Becomes the French Chef
Junior Library Guild Selection How did Julia Child become one of America's most celebrated and beloved chefs? Her grandnephew reveals her story in this picture book that Jacques Pepin calls a "vivid portrait . . . an enjoyable read." Julia's kid-friendly recipe for Oeufs Brouilles (Scrambled Eggs) is included! Julia Child was born hungry, but she was not born a chef. In fact, Julia didn't discover her passion for cooking until she had a life-changing luncheon in France and became determined to share her newfound love of food with everyone. In Paris, Julia devoured recipe books, shopped in outdoor markets, consumed all kinds of foods, and whipped through culinary school. And although she wasn't always successful in the kitchen, she was determined to "master the art" of French cooking. Through perseverance and grit, Julia became a chef who shared her passion with the world, making cooking fun, and turning every meal into a special event. Alex Prud'homme's firsthand knowledge paired with Sarah Green's vibrant and energetic illustrations showcases Julia's life and celebrates her enduring legacy.
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