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4+years

Saturday at the Food Pantry

Author: Diane O'NeillIllustrator: Brizida Magro

Molly and her mom don’t always have enough food, so one Saturday they visit their local food pantry. Diane O’Neill gently destigmatizes food insecurity without being preachy and Brizida Magro’s soft illustrations show friendly shoppers and workers, making the pantry look like a welcoming place.

More info

  • Chicago Public Library's Best Picture Books of 2021
  • Diane O'Neill is an award-winning author
  • Own Voice
  • Black representation
  • Mixed-heritage representation
  • Diverse cast
  • Female lead
  • Class/socio-economic diversity