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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.
ABOUT NICKELODEON
Nickelodeon, now in its 32nd year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 16 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit
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Our core businesses publish scientific, technical, medical, and scholarly journals, encyclopedias, books, and online products and services; professional/trade books, subscription products, training materials, and online applications and Web sites; and educational materials for undergraduate and graduate students and lifelong learners. Wiley's global headquarters are located in Hoboken, New Jersey, with operations in the U.S., Europe, Asia, Canada, and Australia. The Company's Web site can be accessed at
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