
If there was ever a word every kid understands, it's pizza. And this atmosphere continues - even mutates into a few smiles - the rest of the way through. Starting with a lovely night under the stars with the family, warm feelings already roll off of the first page. This story is as irresistible as it sounds and as satisfying as the smell of fresh baked bread, tomato sauce and melted cheese. One can only wish that 'world pizza' could solve our planet's problems.When Mom's wonderful wish for world peace ends with a sudden 'A-choo', the most amazing and delicious thing happens. This playful, hopeful paean to pizza should please little ones, and with a nice wind-down message at the end, it would be a good pick for bedtime, too." - Booklist, "The gentle text a very positive outlook. the gentle, optimistic message is carried well.

Shi's soft, winsome illustrations show a diverse array of people enjoying pizza the world over. Soon, pizzas of all types fall from the sky all over the world, and in a clever twist, Mama gets her wish after all. One can only wish that 'world pizza' could solve our planet's problems." - Kirkus Reviews "When a family watches a wishing star fly by one night, Mama intends to wish for world peace, but when she's interrupted by a sneeze, she accidentally wishes for world pizza instead.


"The gentle text a very positive outlook.
