About This Book
Tony and the Pizza Champions is a dynamic picture book that follows Tossing Tony and his unique team of pizza-tossers as they journey to Italy to compete in an international pizza championship. Inspired by a real eight-time world pizza-tossing champion, the story highlights the excitement of competition, the importance of teamwork, and the fun of creative expression through food. Beyond the engaging narrative, the book offers a practical element with Tony's famous pizza recipe and step-by-step instructions for tossing dough, making it an interactive experience for young readers and their families. It's a celebration of culinary art, travel, and friendship.
When Tossing Tony is invited to the World Pizza Championship in Italy, he forms a team with Quick Ken, Strong Sean, Mighty Mike, Silly Siler, and Famous Joe, along with a top secret, incredible routine for the competition. Includes a recipe for pizza and instructions for tossing pizza dough.
Discussion Prompts
1
What do you think makes a good team? How did Tony's team work together?
2
If you could invent a special pizza, what ingredients would you use?
3
What was your favorite part about the pizza championship? What kind of competition would you like to enter?
4
Have you ever tried to make pizza or another food from scratch? What was it like?
5
What did you learn about Italy or pizza from this book?
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