Jam on biscuits, jam on toast,
Jam is the thing that I like most.
Jam is sticky, jam is sweet,
Jam is tasty, jam’s a treat–
Raspberry, strawberry, gooseberry, I’m very
FOND… OF… JAM!
This book is a treat and a hoot, with a charming main character, a supportive (yet firm) family, and lots of lovingly described food. The useful morals (that some variety really is a good thing and you won’t know if you like something until you try it) are just the icing on the cake.
Author: Russell Hoban
Illustrator: Lillian Hoban