SpongeBob's Kitchen Mission Cookbook

NEW YORK–Oct. 24, 2011 – There's a cooking contest in Bikini Bottom, and SpongeBob and friends are ready to compete with their favorite recipes! In SpongeBob’s Kitchen Mission Cookbook (Wiley Hardcover; October 24, 2011; $16.99) SpongeBob, Patrick, Squidward, Plankton, Mr. Krabs, and Sandy will go head-to-head in a battle to see who has the tastiest treats and most mouth-watering meals, all while teaching kids how to cook. Along with their best bites, each character will share tips, tricks and fun facts about food to encourage kids to have fun in the kitchen. Which recipe will win? And will Plankton finally get his hands on that secret Krabby Patty recipe? 

Packed with more than 50 clever and engaging recipes to get kids active in the kitchen, the book offers             nutritious and delicious ideas for everything from breakfast to snacks to dinner, and even some tasty treats for dessert. Each recipe contains tons of colorful illustrations and wacky, good-natured humor while teaching kids to measure, stir, shape and decorate everything from Neptune Nachos to Pirate Chips and Bubble Tea.

These simple, delicious recipes emphasize the healthful ingredients children need—fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy and include a range of dishes for even the pickiest palates. The book features:

• More than 50 recipes, with plenty of great ideas for easy variations and fun, edible projects
• Special features that highlight teachable moments in the kitchen, from learning about pasta shapes to making homemade pickles
• Colorful illustrations of SpongeBob and friends throughout
• Icons that indicate each recipe's difficulty level, so parents can pick the recipes most appropriate for their kids

For parents who want to make sure their kids are eating right and helping out in the kitchen, this is the perfect kid-friendly cookbook.