My First Cook Book: Bake, Make and Learn to Cook

My First Cook Book: Bake, Make and Learn to Cook is a children's recipe book by David Atherton, featuring illustrated, easy-to-follow recipes for baking and cooking together. Its mix of bakes and meals makes it an introduction to more than desserts, while the short length keeps the collection compact.

At a glance

Includes both baking and cooking ideas, from speedy suppers to bakes.
Examples named in the listing include banana bear pancakes, octo pizzas and sweetie birthday cake.
The listing describes warm illustrations and easy-to-follow steps.

Price

£9.49Save 37%

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Pros and cons

Pros

Customer feedback reports clear recipes, engaging illustrations and readability suited to children who may not read confidently yet.
The varied recipe focus includes meals as well as baking, rather than being solely a baking collection.
At 88 pages, it is a relatively compact introduction to cooking with children.

Cons

Customers report mixed reactions to how the recipes taste, so the collection may not suit every household's preferences.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Publication details
Publisher	Walker Books
Publication date	20 Aug. 2020
Language	English
Print length	88 pages
ISBN-10	1406397237
ISBN-13	978-1406397239

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions	26.2 x 1.5 x 32.5 cm
Weight listed	810 g

Age guidance
Reading age	4 - 9 years, from customers

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Families looking for an illustrated starter cookbook to use together with children.
Young cooks interested in trying both simple meals and sweet bakes.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a large, advanced reference cookbook or a collection focused exclusively on baking.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 938 ratings

5 stars78%78%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars1%1%
1 star1%1%

Customer feedback highlights clear, easy-to-follow recipes, illustrations and readability, including suitability for children who are not confident readers. Reactions to taste are mixed. Those reported strengths matter most for shared beginner cooking, while individual preferences may affect enjoyment of the finished dishes. The rating distribution is largely five-star, but ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Customers praise the clarity of the recipes and illustrations.
Customers appreciate the book's readability for children.

Mixed feedback

Reported reactions to the recipes' taste vary.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of recipes are included?

The listing describes a mix of speedy suppers and bakes, with examples including pancakes, pizza and birthday cake.

Is it aimed at children who are new to cooking?

The publisher presents it as a first cookbook, with accessible recipes and easy-to-follow steps. Customer feedback also highlights readability for children who cannot yet read confidently.

How long is the book?

The listed print length is 88 pages.