
National Geographic Kids Cookbook
A Year-Round Fun Food Adventure
by Barton Seaver
National Geographic Kids 2014
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- seasonal cooking
- healthy eating
- food facts and trivia
- kitchen skills and safety
- nutrition
- creativity and experimentation
- farm-to-table and sustainability
- cultural foods
- measurements and math in cooking
- teamwork and sharing
About this book
A month-by-month kids’ cookbook packed with approachable recipes, seasonal ideas, quirky food facts, profiles of chefs and food champions, and hands-on kitchen activities and challenges kids can do solo or with friends—all with the lively, photo-rich National Geographic Kids style.
Setting: Contemporary, month-by-month across the year; home kitchens, gardens, and farmers’ markets
Frequently Asked Questions
Is National Geographic Kids Cookbook right for my child?
Yes — National Geographic Kids Cookbook is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.2, which is typical for 6th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include seasonal cooking, healthy eating, food facts and trivia.
How long does it take to read National Geographic Kids Cookbook?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, National Geographic Kids Cookbook takes around 59m to finish. The book has 10,400 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does National Geographic Kids Cookbook have an AR quiz?
Yes — National Geographic Kids Cookbook has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is National Geographic Kids Cookbook?
National Geographic Kids Cookbook has an AR reading level of 6.2, which places it at a 6th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.