Using illustrations that show the diversity in Native America and spare poetic text that emphasizes fry bread in terms of provenance, this volume tells the story of a post-colonial food that is a shared tradition for Native American families all across the North American continent. Includes a recipe and an extensive author note that delves into the social ways, foodways, and politics of America's 573 recognized tribes.

Introduces baking breads and biscuits; identifies cooking terms, equipment, and ingredients; and shares recipes for such foods as morning muffin biscuits, molasses bread in a can, pepperoni pizza bread, and sweet potato bread.

Explains how wheat is farmed and processed into flour; discusses how ingredients are mixed and dough is baked into bread at a factory; and how bread becomes available to consumers. Kids are used to seeing stores stocked with foods, toys, household items, and more. But most kids know very little about where those products come from or how they are made. Our discovery-focused Before the Store series raises young readers' awareness by showing the journeys...

Bread is a staple food in many countries. Just a few simple ingredients--flour, yeast, and water--become a crusty, tasty loaf in the oven. Learn about the physical and chemical changes that happen between the mixing bowl and the serving plate.

"Provides a basic introduction to different kinds of bread and shows examples of different foods to eat with bread."--Provided by publisher.

Told in lively and powerful verse by debut author Kevin Noble Maillard, Fry Bread is an evocative depiction of a modern Native American family, vibrantly illustrated by Pura Belpre Award winner and Caldecott Honoree Juana Martinez-Neal. Fry bread is food. It is warm and delicious, piled high on a plate. Fry bread is time. It brings families together for meals and new memories. Fry bread is nation. It is shared by many, from coast to coast and beyond....