Reader Engagement Project:
The Book
In the picture book Baking Day At Grandma’s by Anika Denise and illustrated by Christopher Denise (Philomel), three cubs join their grandmother for a day of baking. While their cake is in the oven, Grandma puts on some old-time music for “skippy notes and tapping feet.” The three cubs leave with treat bags with pieces of cake inside to share with their neighbors.
“It’s perfect for individual sharing, storytime, baking time, and pretty much any time.”
—School Library Journal
The Story Hour Kit
The companion activities in this kit (created by Anika and Christopher Denise with Curious City) invite readers to go on a treasure hunt to find a spoon for baking, dance to an original Baking Day song (MP3), and decorate treat bags for what they might bake at home. Best for ages 2-5.
“In an unexpected and sweet turn, the young bakers wrap up slices of cake in gift boxes to share, rather than sampling it themselves.” —Publishers Weekly
The Baking Day At Grandma’s “Free Goodies” page contains:
• Newsletter & Social Media Copy
• Read-aloud Prompts
• Snack Suggestions
• Step-by-step Guide to a Treasure Hunt & Craft Activity
• Event Poster Templates
• Recipe Card
• Gift Tag Template
• Baking Day Song
• Baking Day Song Dance/Creative Movement Instructions
• Baking Day Dance Moves Demo
Tools for Engagement:
Visit the Baking Day At Grandma’s “Free Goodies” page for all you need!
Best Users: Public Children’s Librarians, Families & Play Groups, School Librarians, Grades Pre-K-2, Bookstores
Best Audience: Children Grades PreK-2
More on the Book:
Baking Day At Grandma’s
By Anika Denise
Illustrated by Christopher Denise
Published by Philomel
ISBN-13: 9780399242441
Hardcover, $16.99
Ages 3+
Find a copy of the book:
Amazon | B&N | IndieBound | Local Library
Illustration © Christopher Denise from BAKING DAY AT GRANDMA’S
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