The Ambitious Baker's Batter [Large Print]

by Wendy Seese

In this children's book full of delightful illustrations, poetry and prose tell the tale of a doughnut maker who sets out to create something more important than doughnuts. The whimsical main... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Large Print: Yes
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0965996107
• ISBN13: 9780965996105
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Red Wheelbarrow Press
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 11.2" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 5 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Kindergarten to Grade 6

Customer Reviews

Great for classroom use!

This book is wonderful to use in the classroom with a variety of ages and academic levels! The exciting and FUN use of words and word rhythm is very helpful when teaching writing lessons. Reading this story is also a wonderful introductory activity for discussions on our society, our dreams and wishes for the future, and how to "fix" the problems we might see in the world! Superb example of children's literature!

Wendy wows with culinary tale for kids

Actually, I haven't read it yet. But I know it's got to be great because I grew up with Wendy in Ohio - we were in the same art classroom in high school. I've got to buy it!

A delightful tale about a baker who tries to make a world.

This engaging, magical book presents the story of an ambitious doughnut maker. Frustrated and bored, he decides to whip up a world. He begins by carefully studying everything from androids to sunshine, and then concocts a batter that includes ketchup, old socks, and other quirky ingredients. The baker struggles with many different variations of batter, and he stirs and cooks in countless creative, silly ways . . . until a final product emerges that will surprise and charm every reader."The Ambitious Baker's Batter" is suitable for children and adults of all ages. Like the best children's books, it is sophisticated enough to succeed on many different levels. The illustrations are detailed, imaginative, and entertaining. Most pages feature both primary and background art. Children (and their parents, too!) will enjoy discovering hidden treasures in these background drawings. Also, the book's illustrations are so evocative that children who can't yet read will be able to follow the story independently."The Ambitious Baker's Batter" is an ideal gift for the holidays, a time when children are fascinated by the mysteries and magic of baking.