The Lunch Thief
Book description
His mom had packed his lunch bag with two burritos, a bag of corn chips, some carrots, and an apple. Once a week she tucks in a slice of her special lemon pound cake. Rafael saw Kevin, a new kid in his class, sneak his lunch bag from underneath his…
- Coming soon!
Why read it?
1 author picked The Lunch Thief as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
The kids in this story are so real.
The situation they find themselves in could happen at many schools, and they react like a lot of kids would–until they begin to wonder [wondering is a guide for my life (as is the other meaning of the word: to feel wonder/awe)]: What’s the deal? Why is this happening?
Curiosity leads to a burst of empathy. Empathy leads to kindness. Wow! Kids are changing their world by their own choices...that’s a story I love, find inspiring, and want to make real in my own life.
The illustrations let us come within inches…
Want books like The Lunch Thief?
Our community of 10,000+ authors has personally recommended 100 books like The Lunch Thief.
Browse books like The Lunch Thief
5 book lists we think you will like!
Interested in life satisfaction, homelessness, and school?
10,000+ authors have recommended their favorite books and what they love about them. Browse their picks for the best books about life satisfaction, homelessness, and school.