Top-rated books by Ruth Benton Blackmore
Books like Ruth Benton Blackmore’s
Award winning
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family traditions through cooking and sharing meals.
Strengthen bonds with intergenerational, culturally rich storytelling.
Enhances understanding of community and togetherness.
Vivid illustrations complement engaging, heartwarming narrative.
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, 2021
Award winning
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Culinary adventure sparks creativity and cultural appreciation.
Engaging storyline with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages family bonding through cooking-inspired activities.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary growth.
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
Award winning
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Supports early childhood cognitive and social development.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonding.
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
Barbie & Teresa: The Secret Recipe (Mattel Reader, Level 2)
Courtney Carbone, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches teamwork through tasty cookies.
Perfect length for early readers.
Includes real, child-friendly recipes.
Vibrant art keeps attention focused.
Barbie & Teresa: The Secret Recipe (Mattel Reader, Level 2)
Courtney Carbone, 2025
Bluey and Bingo's Christmas Cookbook
Penguin Young Readers Licenses, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches real cooking skills.
Celebrates family teamwork.
Adds Bluey humour to reading.
Explores Aussie Christmas culture.
Bluey and Bingo's Christmas Cookbook
Penguin Young Readers Licenses, 2025
Award winning
The Smart Cookie
Jory John, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-discovery and intellectual curiosity.
Encourages self-confidence through engaging storytelling.
Supports emotional development and perseverance.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.
The Smart Cookie
Jory John, 2021
Award winning
Dwarf Nose
Wilhelm Hauff, Anthea Bell, Lisbeth Zwerger, 1826
49 pages
Why to read
Enriching fairy tale adventure, stimulates creativity.
Teaches resilience and perseverance through adversity.
Encourages empathy through diverse character experiences.
Ideal for enhancing parent-child reading time.
Dwarf Nose
Wilhelm Hauff, Anthea Bell, Lisbeth Zwerger, 1826
Award winning
Eddie's Kitchen and How To Make Good Things to Eat
Sarah Garland, 2008
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story about cooking and family collaboration.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Teaches children valuable cooking and planning skills.
Encourages bonding over shared kitchen activities.
