Magic Ramen: The Story of Momofuku Ando


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Inspiration struck when Momofuku Ando spotted the long lines for a simple bowl of ramen following World War II. Magic Ramen tells the true story behind the creation of one of the world’s most popular foods.

Every day, Momofuku Ando would retire to his lab–a little shed in his backyard. For years, he’d dreamed about making a new kind of ramen noodle soup that was quick, convenient, and tasty for the hungry people he’d seen in line for a bowl on the black market following World War II. Peace follows from a full stomach, he believed.

Day after day, Ando experimented. Night after night, he failed. But Ando kept experimenting.

With persistence, creativity, and a little inspiration, Ando succeeded. This is the true story behind one of the world’s most popular foods.

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Magic Ramen Newbery Honoree Andrea Wang comes the history of one of today's most popular meals RAMENMagic Ramen Newbery Honoree Andrea Wang comes the history of one of today's most popular meals RAMEN

An Inspring story of persistence and an ideal purchase for any collection

An Inspring story of persistence and an ideal purchase for any collection

2021 Nutmeg book award nominee Winner of the Sakura Award

2021 Nutmeg book award nominee Winner of the Sakura Award

Eaters of all ages will enjoy learning about the history of this popular food gone global

Eaters of all ages will enjoy learning about the history of this popular food gone global

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ little bee books; Illustrated edition (March 5, 2019)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1499807031
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1499807035
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 – 8 years, from customers
Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD590L
Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool – 3
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.4 x 9 inches