Books. Chocolate. Say less. =)
This sweet book list pulls together some of my favorite books about chocolate, books that are sure to delight the young chocolate-lover in your life, too.
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The Chocolate Touch by John Midas
In this zany twist on the legend of King Midas and his golden touch, a boy acquires a magical gift that turns everything his lips touch into chocolate!
The Chocolate Touch has remained a favorite for millions of kids, teachers, and parents for several generations. It’s an enjoyable story that pulls in even reluctant readers.
Chocolate Fever by Robert Kimmel Smith
Henry Green is a boy who loves chocolate. He likes it bitter, sweet, dark, light, and daily; for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks; in cakes, candy bars, milk, and every other form you can possibly imagine. Henry probably loves chocolate more than any boy in the history of the world. One day-it starts off like any other day-Henry finds that strange things are happening to him. First he makes medical history with the only case of Chocolate Fever ever. Then he finds himself caught up in a wild and hilarious chase, climaxed by a very unusual hijacking!
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
Charlie Bucket’s wonderful adventure begins when he finds one of Mr. Willy Wonka’s precious Golden Tickets and wins a whole day inside the mysterious chocolate factory. Little does he know the surprises that are in store for him!
Curious George Goes to a Chocolate Factory by Margret & H.A. Rey
When George and the man with the yellow hat go shopping at a chocolate factory store, George becomes curious about how the chocolates are made. Though he starts off following the factory tour, soon he is wanders off to investigate on his own. And when George follows his curiosity there is always fun to be had!
Love Monster and the Last Chocolate by Rachel Bright
When Love Monster finds a mystery box of chocolates at his door, he can’t believe his luck. But he’s soon thrown into a whirlwind of turmoil. Should he keep the chocolates for himself? Or risk the perils of sharing his good fortune with his friends?
This super-funny-rumbly-tummy-sherbert-explosion of a story shows that when faced with the selection box of life, following your heart will bring you the best treats of all.
The Whizz Pop Chocolate Shop by Kate Saunders
Welcome to the most magical house in London.
Oz and Lily’s family have inherited it, together with the mysterious shop downstairs. Long ago, its famous chocolate-makers were clever sorcerers. Now evil villains are hunting the secret of their greatest recipe. The terrifying power of this magic chocolate could destroy the world.
The children are swept into a thrilling battle, helped by an invisible cat, a talking rat and the ghost of an elephant.
Cookies & Milk by Shawn Amos
How could anyone not like a book about chocolate chip cookies, especially when it embodies a beautiful story of family and fresh starts? Amos introduces us to Ellis Johnson and his father as they embark on the adventure of opening a chocolate chip cookie shop on Sunset Boulevard in 1976. Ellis’s family is newly divorced and while his mother is off taking time for herself, Ellis spends his summer with his father and grandmother preparing to open the shop. Even though Ellis was not exactly keen on the idea, he learns (through a lot of trial and error) what he is capable of and what the true spirit of family means. I loved this book for the story, for the complex connections among family and for the lessons it taught me to chase after my dreams by keeping our big goals in mind. Now, I’m off to buy some Famous Amos cookies. =)
