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Dylan is putting on his baker’s hat, and Jolly Otter’s birthday cake is the most important order of the day. Mixing, baking, and waiting all sound simple enough, but Dylan soon faces a very tempting problem: can he make something delicious without nibbling it himself?
This playful picture book turns a pretend baking adventure into a funny test of patience and friendship. Young readers can search each page for Dotty Bug, who encourages them to notice details and take part in the story.
With warm humor, lively artwork, and a cheerful birthday setting, Dylan the Baker is a sweet choice for children who enjoy animal stories, imaginative play, and books about food.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
A day with Granny can mean feeding ducks, baking, playing games, taking a trip, or simply enjoying time together. I Love My Granny turns those everyday moments into a gentle rhyming celebration of a grandparent’s love.
The story is warm and easy to follow, with soft humor and bright illustrations that show the happiness of shared routines. For readers ages six to eight, it offers a familiar, comforting picture of family bonds and the special role grandparents can play.
Tender without being overly sentimental, this picture book is well suited for family reading, Grandparents’ Day, classroom conversations about loved ones, or any child who enjoys affectionate stories told in rhyme.
6-8 Years
24 Pages
By
Peggy Parish
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Pictures by
Fritz Siebel, Barbara Siebel Thomas, and Wallace Tripp
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With
Herman Parish
Meet Amelia Bedelia, the most lovable and literal-minded housekeeper you will ever encounter! It is her very first day working for the Rogers family, and she wants to make sure she follows their list of chores perfectly. But when the instructions tell her to "dress the chicken" and "trim the steak," Amelia Bedelia knows exactly what to do—out come the fancy ribbons, tiny clothes, and delicate lace!
From dusting the furniture with actual dusting powder to drawing the drapes on a piece of paper, her hilarious misunderstandings turn the entire household upside down. Just when Mr. and Mrs. Rogers are ready to lose their patience, Amelia Bedelia serves up a surprise that might just save her job.
Discover the classic, laugh-out-loud story that has kept readers giggling for generations. Get ready to fall in love with Amelia Bedelia's uniquely funny way of looking at the world!
6-8 Years
74 Pages
Boris has entered everything he can think of at the Hogg Bay Show: pumpkins, pets, and even a carrot cake he baked himself. First prize is all he can think about, and with Boris’s huge imagination, the day already feels like an adventure.
But shows do not always go according to plan, especially when Frank the sheep gets involved. As Boris tries to protect his cake and make the most of the big day, readers get a funny early chapter book full of farmyard energy, friendly trouble, and one determined young warthog who never does anything halfway.
6-8 Years
64 Pages
It is time to hunt for clues and solve a terribly tasty mystery! Everyone knows that the fabulous Red-Footed Boobies are the absolute best bakers around. But when Desmond's delicious frangipane tart suddenly goes missing, leaving behind a flurry of suspicious footprints, there is only one bird to blame. The Blue-Footed Booby instantly becomes the prime suspect! As you follow the footprints to track down the missing treat, you will quickly learn that things are not always as simple as they appear. Was the tart stolen by the blue-footed bird, or is there a bigger surprise waiting at the end of the trail? This gloriously silly story is packed with bouncy rhymes and wonderful laughs, showing exactly why you should never jump to conclusions. Put on your detective hat and see if you can crack the case!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
The Gingerbread Boy leaps from the oven and runs before anyone can take a bite. Past the old woman, past the farm animals, past everyone who tries to catch him, he races ahead singing his proud little rhyme.
Paul Galdone’s retelling turns the classic chase tale into a brisk, funny read-aloud filled with motion and repetition. Young readers can join the rhythm of the Gingerbread Boy’s taunt while watching each new pursuer fall behind. The story’s mix of baking, animals, and a clever fox gives it the snap of a traditional nursery tale.
For ages 6 to 8, this picture book is an energetic choice for children who enjoy folktales, repeated phrases, humor, and fast-moving adventures.
6-8 Years
41 Pages
It is time to celebrate Grandma's birthday, and both siblings want to make her the perfect cake. Ruby is carefully baking an elegant angel surprise cake topped with raspberry fluff icing. Meanwhile, Max is busy creating an earthworm cake decorated with red hot marshmallow squirters. Every time Max knocks ingredients on the floor, Ruby sends him to the grocery store with a shopping list. But the grocer cannot read Max's scribbled handwriting. You will find yourself smiling as Max learns how to draw pictures so the grocer understands exactly what he needs. It is an incredibly charming and relatable story about kitchen chaos, teamwork, and the funny ways brothers and sisters show they care.
6-8 Years
33 Pages
How One Girl Started TATE'S BAKE SHOP®
Before Tate’s Bake Shop became famous, there was an eleven-year-old girl testing cookie dough again and again.
Cookie Queen tells the true story of Kathleen King, who wanted to make the perfect chocolate chip cookie. She changed her recipes, tried new ideas, and kept baking until customers at her family’s Long Island farm stand came back for more. Her childhood dream eventually grew into Tate’s Bake Shop, a cookie company known across the country.
Bright, delicious, and inspiring, this picture-book biography is a great fit for young readers who love baking, real-life success stories, and kids with big ideas. The story also includes an original cookie recipe, making it especially fun for families, classrooms, and budding bakers.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
The kitchen is busy, sweet, and full of good smells when Sophie Mouse helps her mother bake.
Together they make so many treats that there is more than enough to share with a nearby village. But baked goods do not stay fresh forever, and Sophie and her mom need to figure out how to get them there in time. The simple baking day turns into a small journey with a delicious goal.
This gentle early chapter book combines family, food, sharing, and a light adventure in Sophie’s woodland world. With clear language and illustrations on nearly every page, it is an appealing choice for newly independent readers who enjoy cozy stories with a practical problem to solve.
6-8 Years
128 Pages
Fall has arrived in Silverlake Forest, and Sophie Mouse is ready for the Maple Festival.
Her mother is baking maple treats for a festival stand, and Sophie is thrilled to help. Once they arrive, the forest is full of games, rides, and excitement. But then Sophie notices a problem: no one is visiting her mother’s bake stand. If the treats are going to be enjoyed, Sophie will need to think quickly and use her artistic talents to draw attention.
This warm early chapter book combines family, creativity, food, and fall festival fun. With simple language and illustrations throughout, it gives young readers a cheerful story about helping out and solving a problem with imagination.
6-8 Years
128 Pages
There has been a break-in on Orange Street, and someone is stealing baked goods. First, delicious cupcakes go missing, and soon a whole pie disappears. Nine-year-old crime reporter Hilde Lysiak is starring in her very first mystery, and she is determined to catch the thief.
Hilde and her sister Izzy grab their reporting gear to interview witnesses, follow the messy clues, and piece the facts together. Based on real news stories written by Hilde herself, this fast-paced adventure puts her super-sleuth skills to the ultimate test. Can she crack the case in time to post her news story online? With easy-to-read text and fun illustrations on every page, this early chapter book is perfect for growing your reading skills while solving a tasty neighborhood mystery.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
112 Pages
Tom is just a humble assistant in the royal kitchen, but he dreams of becoming the King's Chief Pastry Cook. When the King announces a grand baking contest to find the best cake maker in the entire kingdom, Tom knows this is his one big chance. He decides to bake a magnificent cake decorated with tiny, delicate sugar mice. But he cannot do it alone. With the help of a real, clever little mouse who happens to be his best friend, Tom sets to work creating the most wonderful dessert the castle has ever seen. The competition is fierce, and the other royal cooks will try anything to win. Discover if teamwork, kindness, and a little bit of magic can help Tom impress the King and make his delicious dream come true.
6-8 Years
56 Pages
