This book was a gem!

STEM Curiosity "As a parent who loves encouraging STEM learning, this book was a gem! Chip’s robotic dilemma sparked great conversations about how machines work and why some kids have allergies. My 6-year-old was fascinated by the idea of a robot learning to adapt—such a clever way to blend science and empathy."

Teaches Friendship & Empathy

Friendship & Empathy “As a mom of a 4-year-old who’s very sensitive to food issues, The Robot That Loved Chicken Soup hit just the right note. Chip the little robot wants to try chicken soup so badly, and watching him deal with his limitation makes you want to hug him—and that opens the door for kids to talk about what it’s like to be “different.” My daughter was so kind after reading this, asking how she could help if one of her friends had a food allergy. Truly heartwarming.”

I can’t say enough how useful this book is...

Food Allergies / Health Awareness “I can’t say enough how useful this book is if you’re parenting a child with allergies—or teaching one. The story makes the fear and the frustration real (since water can make Chip sick!), but it also shows what can be done. My son now better understands why we read every ingredient label and why sometimes fun foods are off-limits. A gentle, compassionate tool.”

A compassionate tool.”STEM / Robotics & Science Theme

compassionate tool.” STEM / Robotics & Science Theme “As a teacher who loves to bring STEM into young children’s reading, I appreciated the robot angle. Make-believe chip has wires, gears, and electronic parts; the idea that robots “can’t eat food” gives a fun scientific contrast to humans and bodies. After reading, my class did a mini-engineering project imagining what parts a food-safe “robot” might need—and it was a perfect bridge between story and exploration.”

Relatable for Young Children / Usability for Parents

Relatable for Young Children / Usability for Parents “As a parent of a picky eater who also has allergies, I found this book so relatable—Chip’s longing for chicken soup, his disappointment, and also the hope. The vivid colors and simple illustrations pull a child in, and the language is just right for preschool through early elementary. I’ve used bits of this book to open up conversations at bedtime; I think every parent in that situation should have this book on their shelf.”

Teaches food allergy awareness to small children

I give it 10 Stars! Food Allergies / Health Awareness “I can’t say enough how useful this book is if you’re parenting a child with allergies—or teaching one. The story makes the fear and the frustration real (since water can make Chip sick!), but it also shows what can be done. My son now better understands why we read every ingredient label and why sometimes fun foods are off-limits. A gentle, compassionate tool.”