
Hot Dog! Eleanor Roosevelt Throws a Picnic Written by Leslie Kimmelman | Illustrated by Victor Juhaszīefore Eleanor Roosevelt became the first lady of the United States, she loved to grill up hot dog roasts for her family and friends. While Hot Dog Month may be winding down, there’s still plenty of summer left to enjoy this simple meal. A favorite of kids and adults alike, hot dogs can be enjoyed plain or loaded with everything from mustard to chili. Enjoyed throughout the world, hot dogs even get their own special days in the U.S., Great Britain, Canada, Australia and other countries.

Independence Day, summer picnics, and camping trips are just a few of the events that are more fun with this versatile favorite.


Since 1956, hot dogs have been top dog throughout July.
