Lauren Semmer

Learn about the joy of making homemade meals Written and illustrated by the New York Times bestselling illustrator of The ABCs of Black History, this picture book shows that cooking can be fun, especially with your loved ones This book also includes two distinct jacket and case designs that make it the perfect gift. Sunday afternoons are special for Poppy, because she gets to spend them with Granddad. Today they are preparing a meal from scratch When Poppy is nervous about trying Granddad's famous coconut stew, he shares the rich family history behind his dish. Then, after looking through a book of Grandad's favorite recipes, they decide to make a sweet potato pie From visiting the farmers market for local ingredients to cooking side by side with Granddad, Poppy learns that nothing feels better than sharing a home-cooked meal with the people you love. New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Lauren Semmer serves up a heartfelt story about the joy of cooking and the power of family tradition. The book also includes two recipes for young readers to make. This book features two unique illustrated covers, one on the jacket and the other on the case, that make it the perfect gift to share with loved ones

Discover the magic of patterns and the power of fixing things in this heartwarming children's book. Written and illustrated by New York Times bestselling illustrator Lauren Semmer, this book shows that each pattern is unique, but together they can be magical--just like families Poppy is sad when her toy bunny's dress rips. Now she'll have to throw it away But her mom has other ideas. She shows Poppy the trunk in her sewing room, and it's full of fabric scraps There are so many patterns--dots and stripes, checkers and chevron. Each scrap has its own story. Fabric from Granddad's tie, Nana's dress, and her auntie's scarf come together with Mom's sewing machine to make something special--just like their family New York Times bestselling illustrator Lauren Semmer weaves an introduction to patterns in this heartwarming story of family history and traditions.

Discover the magic of patterns and the power of fixing things in this heartwarming children's book. Written and illustrated by New York Times bestselling illustrator Lauren Semmer, this book shows that each pattern is unique, but together they can be magical--just like families Poppy is sad when her toy bunny's dress rips. Now she'll have to throw it away But her mom has other ideas. She shows Poppy the trunk in her sewing room, and it's full of fabric scraps There are so many patterns--dots and stripes, checkers and chevron. Each scrap has its own story. Fabric from Granddad's tie, Nana's dress, and her auntie's scarf come together with Mom's sewing machine to make something special--just like their family New York Times bestselling illustrator Lauren Semmer weaves an introduction to patterns in this heartwarming story of family history and traditions.