Saturday November 2, from 11 am to 12:30 pm, for children ages 2 and up
Come dream BIG with local author Laura Bower. During this program for all ages, she’ll read from her new picture book, EMILY SNOOK, THE WORLD'S SMALLEST COOK, illustrated by Rekha Salin, which features a young chef who enters an international cooking competition where everyone is older, taller and in serious doubt of her cooking capabilities! From utensils that are too big to counters too high, Emily Snook takes on the challenges of being the tiniest contestant, proving to everyone that being small doesn't mean you can't do it all. She’ll discuss the inspiration behind the book, and there will be the opportunity for Q&A and book signings. Children will have the opportunity to make a treat to bring home!
Laura Bower lives in Scarsdale, NY with her husband, three kids and dog Clover. She is a preschool teacher at a local nursery school and loves traveling, theatre, baking and game nights with family and friends. For more information, visit www.laurabowerauthor.com.
About Emily Snook, the World's Smallest Cook
Emily Snook is a whiz in the kitchen. But when she enters an international cooking contest and meets the competition, her hopes of winning deflate like a botched soufflé. Everyone is older, taller and in serious doubt of her cooking capabilities!
A classic underdog story, Emily Snook: The World's Smallest Cook reminds readers of the power of determination and a willingness to take risks. With the encouragement and support of her favorite sous chef - her grandpa - Emily tackles each cooking catastrophe that threatens her chance of winning. From utensils that are too big to counters too high, Emily Snook takes on the challenges of being the tiniest contestant, proving to everyone that being small doesn't mean you can't do it all.
Told with rhythmic rhyme and incorporating vibrant, kid-friendly illustrations, this story will delight young readers who enjoy crafting culinary creations of their own. It's a great choice for story-time at the library or for enhancing classroom discussions about perseverance and positivity, and of course, for reading with grandparents throughout the year.
Registration is online only and begins Sunday, October 20 at 8am.
