Harm-to-Table

Reach for this book when your child starts questioning the ethics of the world around them or feels a conflict between their personal values and the pressure to succeed. Harm-to-Table is a vibrant graphic novel that uses a fantasy culinary setting to explore deep questions about empathy and justice. While it features monsters and high-stakes cooking, the heart of the story is about the courage it takes to stand up against a system that prioritizes profit over the well-being of others. Parents will appreciate how the book handles complex moral dilemmas with humor and heart. It is particularly effective for middle-grade readers (ages 8-12) who are developing their own sense of integrity. By following the protagonist's journey, children learn that being a 'hero' often means listening to your conscience, even when it is the harder path. It provides a wonderful bridge for conversations about food sources, animal welfare, and the importance of seeing others as individuals rather than just 'ingredients.'