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informative

Clear and simple, without gendering bodies. The spread on internet and social media feels a little shoved in and incongruous, but also isn't wrong. 
challenging informative reflective

Super intriguing, a social history of the united states through food, without any shying away from the realities involved. And the back matter is so detailed! ::swoon::

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funny fast-paced

Humorous and pun-ful read!
adventurous lighthearted medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

A solid book, not going as emotionally deep as I prefer but honestly I think that's why I'm going to be able to hand it to my 9 year old who doesn't like emotional heaviness. A sweet bond between grandparent and grandchild, too. 

Very sweet, with a great amount of Spanish mixed in. Unfortunately not quite musical enough for my storytime, but a great show of communal support, which I appreciate. 

I want this to be good, i want it so badly. But it's stilted and doesn't ring true to how children behave. Hopefully it'll pave the way for more and better books along the same lines. 

I wish this had all made a little more sense, but it is a nice fairy tale format, with three impossible tasks and everything. 
funny lighthearted fast-paced
Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Sweet magical romp. I especially like the store "Pebbles without a cause" that sells little rocks. compare to Nell of Gumbling