Book details
Max Makes a Cake
Description
Baby sisters can be so annoying!
That's what Max thinks. Max needs his daddy's help-right now!-to bake a surprise Passover birthday cake for his mommy. But as baby Trudy fusses instead of napping, and Daddy tries to settle her down, their time to bake is slipping away.
With her warm and pithy storytelling, Michelle Edwards captures the moment in a child's life when he realizes that he has the power to do things on his own.
Age
2-6
Text complexity
developing
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Encourages Creativity: 'Max Makes a Cake' inspires children to be creative and resourceful, as the main character, Max, uses his imagination and problem-solving skills to bake a cake on his own.
- Teaches Independence: The book promotes the idea of independence and self-reliance, showing young readers that they can accomplish tasks on their own, even if they are challenging.
- Highlights Family Relationships: Through the story of Max and his family, the book emphasizes the importance of family bonds and the special relationship between a child and their parents, particularly when working together to celebrate special occasions.
- Introduces Baking Concepts: For children interested in cooking or baking, this book provides a fun introduction to the world of baking, including following a recipe and the joy of creating something with your own hands to share with others.