Every lunch has a story. Every family has traditions. And every child deserves to feel like they belong.

When Ellie reacts to Amina's Somali lunch by saying "Yuck," the Room 7 friends learn that unfamiliar food is not bad food-and that words can hurt more than we realize.

With help from Ms. Parker, the children practice asking kind questions, respecting personal boundaries, apologizing sincerely, and celebrating the meals their families prepare with love.

HEY TWIN, No Yucks in the Lunchroom! is a warm, full-color children's story about friendship, empathy, food diversity, cultural respect, and speaking up with care.

Perfect for:

• Classroom and family read-alouds
• Social-emotional learning discussions
• Teaching respectful curiosity and inclusion
• Helping children understand that they never have to taste or share food-but they must respect the person eating it

Includes child-friendly discussion questions and an uplifting closing affirmation.

Every lunch. Every child. Everyone belongs.