This cookbook provides different child-friendly recipes that younger children can cook with the assistance of adults, and older children can cook on their own.
The cookbook is divided into different, labeled sections for each category of food, in addition to a separate section for preparing the kitchen. Significant words are not bolded or highlighted; however, there is a section at the beginning that provides a pictorial explanation of various kitchen utensils. While there are no questions for comprehension, the instructions explain how the food should appear during each step of the process. Additionally, many of the recipes have tips. Each recipe has an illustration of a Disney character preparing the food, which assists in explaining the cooking process.
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While younger children can use this cookbook, they will need adult supervision. Fifth through eighth graders may be able to use this cookbook on their own. The writing style is written in conversational form, which makes it engaging for its intended audience. The text is clearly organized by food type, with a table of contents in front and a glossary in the back. Supplemental boxes at the bottom of many of the recipes provide additional tips for preparing or eating the food. The text is relevant for children who have read Disney books or watched Disney movies.
Readers using this book individually are expected to understand and have basic knowledge of cooking; however, the steps are explained clearly. Readers must be able to follow numbered steps. The text relies on the application of the written