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How My Parents Learned to Eat

How My Parents Learned to Eat

Ina R. Friedman

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In this heartwarming and beautifully illustrated picture book, Ina R. Friedman tells the tender story of how two people from different cultures learn to understand and appreciate each other—one meal at a time.

A young girl shares how her Japanese mother and American father met in Japan, when he was a young sailor and she a graceful woman who cherished tradition. Each wanted to impress the other, but neither knew how to eat the other’s food properly. Secretly, they both set out to learn—from chopsticks to forks and knives—discovering not only new ways to eat, but new ways to connect.

With Allen Say’s evocative watercolors and Friedman’s gentle storytelling, How My Parents Learned to Eat celebrates love, respect, and the beauty of bridging cultures through everyday acts of kindness.

Perfect for readers ages 4–8, this timeless classic offers a heartfelt message about curiosity, understanding, and the simple joy of sharing a meal.

"The book is wonderfully thought-provoking in its portrayal of the subtle similarities and differences among cultures." -- School Library Journal, starred review

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