Mrs. Rosey Posey and the Yum-Yummy Birthday Cake (I Can Read!)
Mrs. Rosey Posey Series
What’s inside...
On her birthday, Mrs. Rosey Posey bakes a very special layer cake to share with her neighborhood friends, but when disaster strikes she shares a lesson about repentance, too. Children learn the importance of saying they're sorry in Mrs. Rosey Posey and the Yum-Yummy Cake. But that's not the only lesson learned. They will also discover the meaning of forgiving and loving people when they wrong us. This fanciful story will make young readers hungry for more!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Natalie felt when she found the special ingredient for the cake?
Why is it important to share special moments with friends and family?
What would you have done if you were at Natalie’s birthday party?
How do you think Mrs. Rosey Posey helped make the birthday party special?
Can you think of a time when someone helped make your day better?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the characters to life, changing your voice for different characters to keep your child engaged.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story before turning the page, enhancing their anticipation and focus.
Relate the story to your child’s experiences by discussing any birthdays they have attended and what made them memorable.
Encourage your child to describe their favorite part of the book and why it stood out to them, promoting critical thinking and personal connection to the story.
After reading, consider baking a simple cake together using a 'special ingredient' that your child chooses, to bring the story's themes into real life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Sharing and Generosity
Explanation: The story showcases Mrs. Rosey Posey sharing her delicious cake with the neighborhood children, encouraging a spirit of generosity.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to share their own belongings, such as toys and snacks, with friends and siblings to foster a caring community.
Example Lesson: Importance of Honesty
Explanation: Throughout the book, the children are encouraged to speak the truth about who made the mess during the party, emphasizing honesty.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply honesty in their daily interactions at school and at home by admitting to mistakes and telling the truth.
Example Lesson: Celebrating Others
Explanation: Mrs. Rosey Posey creates a fun and loving environment for a birthday celebration, teaching children the joy of celebrating others' special moments.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and celebrate their peers' achievements and milestones, such as birthdays or academic successes.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The children in the story encounter a problem when the cake gets ruined, and together they come up with a solution to fix it.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to collaborate and think creatively when faced with challenges, whether in play or in school projects.