Saturday at the Food Pantry
Description
Chicago Public Library Best Picture Books of 2021
Parents Magazine October 2021 Book of the Month
A sensitive story about food insecurity.
Molly and her mom don't always have enough food, so one Saturday they visit their local food pantry. Molly's happy to get food to eat until she sees her classmate Caitlin, who's embarrassed to be at the food pantry. Can Molly help Caitlin realize that everyone needs help sometimes?
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About the Author
Diane O'Neill holds a BA in writing/English with honors from Columbia College and an MFA with distinction from National University. She remembers going to a food pantry as a child and has a passion for social justice. Diane lives in Chicago.
Brizida Magro is an illustrator originally from Portugal who now resides in Boulder, Colorado, with her two cats and partner. She graduated with a BFA in Illustration from Brigham Young University and an MFA in Graphic Design from Utah State University and has illustrated several books, including Let Me Call You Sweetheart and Saturday at The Food Pantry. She is passionate about rock climbing, wandering the world, and bringing stories to life. To learn more visit her at sweetbeyond.com.
Reviews
Chicago Public Library Best Picture Books of 2021
Parents Magazine October 2021 Book of the Month
"Eminently helpful, affirming, and necessary."--Kirkus Reviews
"The book gently destigmatizes food insecurity without being preachy; soft illustrations show friendly shoppers and workers, making the pantry look like a welcoming place."--The Horn Book, Book Bundles
