What’s a holiday without holiday treats? In this magical new picture book, kids follow the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Gingerbread Man, and their team of bakerinas as they create delicious goodies from around the world—and discover that the real magic is teamwork.
Description
With a pinch of hope and a dash of zing, we can do anything! The bakerinas are hard at work creating holiday goodies for kids around the world when a blizzard whips up trouble. Will the bakerinas deliver their treats in time?
With enchanting illustrations and charming text, The Sugar Plum Bakers introduces young readers to tasty treats from around the world—and even includes a recipe in the back so kids can make some magic of their own.
Praise for The Sugar Plum Bakers
“Lui’s illustrations of whimsical fairies working together to make the treats will have readers licking their lips and wanting recipes to try at home. . . . Explanations of each featured specialty add to the overall lesson that while treats from around the world might all be different, they are equally delicious—just like how all members of a team are important. VERDICT A fun addition to holiday literature that incorporates the importance of teamwork and diversity.”
School Library Journal
“Lui’s painterly digital renderings showcase the bakerinas, portrayed with various skin tones, hard at work, and while culinary details sometimes weigh down the telling, Tanumihardja nevertheless cooks up informative holiday fare.”
Publishers Weekly