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Children's First Cookbook

Have Fun in the Kitchen!
By Annabel Karmel
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Children's First Cookbook by Annabel Karmel is a delightful introduction for young aspiring chefs into the world of cooking. It features simple, fun, and easy-to-follow recipes that encourage children to explore different flavours and ingredients. The book is filled with vibrant illustrations and clear instructions, making it an engaging and educational experience for children in the kitchen.
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You might enjoy this book if you are looking to introduce children to cooking in a fun and engaging way. It’s filled with simple, delicious recipes and colourful illustrations that can inspire young chefs and make cooking a joyful, educational experience for both kids and adults.

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From sweet treats to simple family meals, young children will love trying out the exciting range of tasty and healthy recipes. Scrummy scrambled eggs, tasty tuna bake, caterpillar cup cakes and smoothie shake-ups make your first time cooking in the kitchen easy and fun!

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The first cookbook for children by the author of the best-selling Feeding Your Baby and Toddler (over 105,000 copies sold since 1999, worth €1.6 million).

A fantastic children's cookbook featuring Annabel Karmel's delicious recipes, this is the perfect guide to helping young cooks and their parents make food that's incredibly tasty and good for you too.

With step-by-step instructions, Children's First Cookbook is the perfect starting point for any budding young chef. From scrummy scrambled eggs and funny face pizzas to a cupcake farm, and a selection of baking classics—Annabel Karmel's simple recipes make this the perfect cookbook for kids who want to have fun in the kitchen.

"She's a miracle woman" - Jools Oliver.

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Children's First Cookbook by Annabel Karmel is praised for its clear layout and user-friendly approach, providing step-by-step guidance enhanced by vibrant illustrations.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405308434

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 July 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 221.0mm

Height: 283.0mm

Weight: 458g

Pages: 48

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About the Author

Annabel Karmel is one of the world's most trusted weaning expert and best-selling author of seventeen books on baby and children's food and nutrition. Her books have sold millions of copies worldwide. Discover more- www.annabelkarmel.com @annabelkarmel @annabelkarmeluk

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