Food Allergy Books for Children
Whether you have a child with food allergies or want to educate your children about other kids who do, these food allergy books for children will speak to your kids in a way they can understand.
I grew up with food allergies during the 70’s when no one (and I mean no one) outside our family took them seriously.
It was strictly up to my parents and myself to make sure I stayed away from foods that could cause me harm, including nuts and eggs.
Oh yes, I was the child who brought graham crackers and icing to the party because I couldn’t ever eat the birthday cake. And when it was time for my birthday, my mom make a special cake that was egg-free.
Growing up with Food Allergies
I’ve spent a lifetime reading the labels on almost everything to make sure it doesn’t contain something I could be allergic to.
And now I have a niece and nephew with food allergies… mainly to peanuts.
I’ve talked to them about what it means to live with food allergies and that they need to take control of their own health.
Be sure to check out our extensive book lists for kids!
You can find these food allergy books for children at your local library or purchase through the affiliate links provided for your convenience.
Facts about Allergies for Kids
Allergies are a chain reaction of your body overreacting to something they think is a germ.
The most common allergies are to pollen, mold, food, dust mites and pets.
Did you know that allergies can be less severe on rainy days?
Growing up, I can’t tell you how many times someone tried to serve me something with nuts in it, even though they knew perfectly well I was allergic.
Once, when I was working in the corporate world, someone opened a jar of mixed nuts and put them out in the common area for everyone to enjoy.
Meanwhile, I started wheezing in my office, unable to figure out what had set me off until I stepped out in the open work space.
People are so much more aware than they used to be about food allergies, but ultimately, we need to teach our children that people won’t always take them seriously.
They need to be proactive in their own safety and not be afraid to tell someone or make others uncomfortable to keep themselves safe.
Now let’s look at some food allergy books for children that will help you educate your children about what food allergies are and how to manage them.
Food Allergy Books for Children
Meet Nutley, an adorable squirrel who doesn't let his nut allergy slow him down.
Join him on his journey to stay healthy with the help of his friends!
A coming-of-age middle-grade graphic novel featuring a girl with severe allergies who just wants to find the perfect pet!
When Daniel eats a peach for the first time, he learns that he is allergic to the fruit. Thankfully, Dad and Doctor Anna take care of him.
Daniel learns how he can take care of his allergy—even at school! A wonderful story for children with food allergies or for those who know someone with them.
Dylan loves fresh baked cupcakes more than any other food in the world. But one day he tries a new cupcake flavor from his neighborhood bakery and has a sudden allergic reaction.
When told that he cannot safely eat bakery cupcakes anymore, Dylan faces a new challenge. With unstoppable determination, he bakes amazing, allergy-safe cupcakes in his own kitchen—with a lot of messy fun along the way!
In this introduction to food allergies, Regina learns how dangerous an allergic reaction can be, and how she can best help a friend stay safe.
With dimensional and bright illustrations, this book perfectly depicts the importance of respecting a friend's needs.
The Peanut Pickle will help children learn how to tell others about a food allergy and explain that they need a safe environment.
It will teach them how to deal with difficult and awkward situations that inevitably arise when a child has a life-threatening food allergy.
Learning was everything to Mrs. Emerson. So when a new student was brought into her classroom, Mrs. Emerson was delighted because she learned that this young man knew something that everyone needed to know.
She said that Jack was just like everyone else, except for one thing - he had food allergies.
Written to match the melody of Billy Joel’s “Uptown Girl,” Nut Free Squirrel uses humor and song to teach children about food allergies and the power of positivity.
It’s the perfect book for fans of Cocomelon and Sandra Boynton, and it will make bedtime a blast for you and your child!
For more than a decade, this trusted resource for physicians, educators and parents has and continues to bring fresh optimism and fun to kids living with one or more of the Top 8 food allergies: peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, milk, soy, eggs and wheat.
Additional activities and talking points in the back of the book inspire further learning and teaching opportunities for young children and their caregivers.
Rory loves cupcakes, but he can’t eat them because they make his tummy hurt.
When he goes to his friend’s birthday party, he learns that he’s not the only one who has to avoid certain foods, and he has a great time at the party.
Unit Study: Learning about Peanuts
In addition to offering recommendations for food allergy books for children, I’ve teamed up with some fellow bloggers to offer you homeschool and in-class unit study resources to teach kids about peanuts!
Find the Letter P is for Peanuts | 3 Boys and a Dog
How Peanuts are Planted and Grow | Living Ideas
Painting with Peanuts | Playground Parkbench
The History of Peanuts | Schooling a Monkey
Peanut Counting Clip Cards | Simple Fun for Kids
How to Make Peanut Butter Play Dough | Parenting Chaos
George Washington Carver Books and Resources | Our Daily Craft
And for those looking for peanut butter recipes (where you can potentially substitute soy nut butter), try:
3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies | Mommy Evolution
Tempting Peanut Butter Whoopie Pies with Buttercream Filling | Crafty Mama in ME
Protein Packed Peanut Butter Muffins | Sunny Day Family