Best Children's House & Home Books of 2025

The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs is a #1 New York Times Best Seller and IACP Award Winner that contains over 100 kid-tested recipes and 20 desserts from America's Test Kitchen. The cookbook is perfect for middle-grade readers and teens who want to learn how to cook like a pro. The book features short testimonials from some of the 750-plus kids who were part of the test group, making the book fun and interactive. It also includes sections for new chefs, such as "Getting Started in the Kitchen" and "Conversions and Equivalents." The cookbook empowers young chefs to make their own choices in the kitchen and is building a new generation of confident cooks, engaged eaters, and curious experimenters.

The Complete Baking Book for Young Chefs is the ultimate baking guide for kids. From soft pretzels to showstopping pies, this book has it all. With over 100 sweet and savory recipes, including breakfast, breads, pizzas, cookies, and cupcakes, young chefs of all skill levels can learn to bake like pros. The step-by-step photos and tips make it easy and fun to follow along. What sets this book apart is that the recipes were tested by over 5,000 kids, ensuring that they are both accessible and delicious. This book is a must-have for any young baking enthusiast.

The Indestructibles: Baby, Let's Eat! is an excellent book for babies to explore a variety of delicious foods in a fun way. The book is chew-proof, rip-proof, and 100% washable, making it safe for babies to hold, grab, chew, pull, and bend. The bright pictures and few words encourage dialogic reading, making it an emergent literacy tool. The book is lightweight and portable, making it perfect for the diaper bag and travel. Overall, this book is a great addition to any baby's library and provides a unique and durable reading experience for both babies and parents.

The Food Network Magazine's Kids Cookbooks has released a new addition to their collection, The Big, Fun Kids Cookbook. With over 150 easy-to-follow recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and desserts, this cookbook is perfect for young chefs. It also includes special fake-out cakes and choose-your-own-adventure recipes, making it an exceptional introduction to cooking. The book is visually stunning, with color photos and tips from the pros. The bonus food games, quizzes, and coloring book pages provide fun for the whole family. Overall, The Big, Fun Kids Cookbook is an excellent resource for families looking to get cooking together.

The Big, Fun Kids Baking Book by Food Network Magazine is the ultimate beginner's cookbook for young bakers. With over 110 simple and foolproof recipes, kids can make their favorite sweets and treats like muffins, brownies, cupcakes, and more. The book also features fun food trivia, choose-your-own-adventure recipes, and amazing fake-out cakes. The recipes are easy to follow and come with color photos and pro tips to help junior chefs get started in the kitchen. Overall, this book is a great addition to any kids' cookbook collection, offering tasty recipes and fun food crafts that will keep young bakers entertained for hours.

My Very First Cookbook: Joyful Recipes to Make Together! A Cookbook for Kids and Families with Fun and Easy Recipes for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, and More (Little Chef) is the perfect way to bond with your little one over delicious meals. This cookbook offers over 45 kid-friendly recipes, including Toads-in-the-Hole Toasts, Waffle Pizza Sammies, and Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches. The recipes are organized by meal type, and there are tips to personalize each recipe to make your time in the kitchen special. The whimsical illustrations will delight younger cooks. Overall, this cookbook is a great way to create special memories with your child in the kitchen.

Good Housekeeping 123 Cook!: My First Cookbook is a great introduction to cooking for kids aged 4 to 8. With 50 easy recipes and step-by-step instructions, young chefs will learn basic kitchen skills while having fun in the kitchen. The book features colorful photographs, fun facts about ingredients, and tips to help kids succeed. The no-fail, Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen tested-til-perfect recipes will build kids' confidence as they learn to make tasty food for themselves and their families. Overall, this children's cookbook is a fantastic way to encourage kids to get involved in the kitchen and explore the joys of cooking.

What a Waste: Trash, Recycling, and Protecting our Planet is an educational children's book by DK Children that covers everything from pollution and litter to renewable energy and plastic recycling. It highlights how our actions affect the planet and the impact we can make by the little things we do. The book is filled with fun facts and easy-to-digest information, making it a great read for a range of age groups. The book also offers practical tips on how to reduce waste and get involved in protecting the planet. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for children who want to learn more about the environment and become planet-defending heroes.

My Pokémon Cookbook is a delightful addition to any Pokémon fan's kitchen. With over 45 recipes inspired by the characters and regions of the beloved franchise, this cookbook offers something for every occasion and skill level. From quick snacks to epic meals, readers can fuel up like a true Pokémon Trainer. The inspiring photography of finished recipes ensures success in the kitchen. Victoria Rosenthal, the author, has successfully combined her passions for video games and food in this cookbook, as well as in her other titles. Overall, this children's cookbook is a fun and unique way to bring the world of Pokémon to life through cooking.

The Disney Princess Cookbook is a delightful cookbook for children that features fifty recipes inspired by the Disney Princesses and their adventures. With step-by-step instructions and beautiful photos of each dish, this cookbook makes it easy for kids to cook up enchanting treats while enjoying captivating illustrations of the princesses and their friends. The book also includes a thorough introduction to kitchen basics, a "difficulty rating" for each recipe, and bonus menus to inspire young chefs to create their own magical feasts. Overall, the Disney Princess Cookbook is a fun and engaging way to introduce children to cooking and the world of the Disney Princesses.