# WillieBoy Eats the World: A Children's Picture Book

WillieBoy Eats the World is a children's picture book about trying unfamiliar foods, told through a dachshund's dining adventures with Steve Schirripa. Its 32-page story ranges across cuisines including Chinese, Thai, Mexican and Korean, making it a fit for shared reading and conversations about being open to new experiences.

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- Market: AU
- Language: en-AU
- Currency: AUD
- Category: Books, Music & Hobbies > Books, Music & Movies > Books & Comics
- Price: 23.76 AUD
- Previous price: 27.95 AUD
- Discount: 15%
- Price checked: 2026-11-13T11:54:39.858Z

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## At a glance

- A dachshund named WillieBoy leads a New York City-based food adventure alongside Steve Schirripa.
- The story introduces cuisines including Chinese, Thai, Mexican and Korean.
- Co-written by journalist Philip Lerman and illustrated by Kirk Parrish.

## Pros

- A specific food-and-adventure theme gives families an opening to talk about trying unfamiliar foods.
- The listed reading age and grade level help families assess its intended audience.

## Specifications

### Publication
- Publisher: Akashic Books, Ltd.
- Publication date: 7 June 2026
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 32 pages
- ISBN-10: 1636142443
- ISBN-13: 978-1636142449
### Audience
- Reading age: 4 - 8 years
- Grade level: Preschool - 2
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions: 27.43 x 1.02 x 23.62 cm
- Weight listed: 412 g

## A good fit for

- Families looking for a picture book to prompt conversations about new foods and cuisines.
- Readers within the listed 4 - 8 years age range.

## Less suited to

- Readers seeking a factual guide to world cuisines rather than a fantasy picture book.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is WillieBoy Eats the World about?
WillieBoy, a dachshund, takes Steve Schirripa on a food adventure that includes cuisines such as Chinese, Thai, Mexican and Korean.
### What age is this picture book listed for?
The listing gives a reading age of 4 - 8 years and a grade level of Preschool - 2.
### How long is the book?
The listing specifies 32 pages.

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