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Picky Patty Only Eats Pizza

A playful story about trying new foods one brave bite at a time.

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Picky Patty Only Eats Pizza

A playful and reassuring story that helps children explore new foods and build confidence one bite at a time.

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Free Printables

Download these fun activity sheets to extend the Picky Patty adventure at home or in the classroom.

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FLAVOR DETECTIVE
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Flavor Detective Chart

Help your child become a Flavor Detective by sniffing, licking, and trying new foods.

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COLOR ME!

Pizza Coloring Pack

Fun printable coloring pages featuring Picky Patty and Buddy the dog.

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BRAVE BITES

Brave Bite Tracker

Track the brave bites your child takes as they explore new foods and build confidence.

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