Take a bite out of this deliciously funny original fairy tale, which received four starred reviews and was named a Best Book of the Year by Booklist, School Library Journal, Kirkus Reviews, and the Bank Street College of Education.
What would you do if you were invited to the princess’s tenth birthday party but didn’t have money for a gift? Well, clever Jack decides to bake the princess a cake.
Now he just has to get it to the castle in one piece. What could possibly go wrong?
Candace Fleming and G. Brian Karas, creators of the bestselling picture book Muncha! Muncha!Muncha!, have teamed up again to bring us a modern fairy tale starring a determined boy and a story-loving princess with a good sense of humor. While girls will fall for a story featuring a princess’s birthday party, Jack’s adventures with trolls, bears, and gypsies make this the perfect read for young boys as well—and ideal for storytime.
WINNER ALA Notable Children's Book
WINNER
| 2010 New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing
WINNER
| 2010 School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
WINNER
| 2010 Parents' Choice Recommended
WINNER
| 2010 Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Books
WINNER
| 2010 Booklist Children's Editors' Choice
NOMINEE Texas Bluebonnet Master List
NOMINEE New York State Charlotte Award
FINALIST Bank Street Child Study Children's Book Award
NOMINEE Nebraska Golden Sower Award
NOMINEE Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Award
NOMINEE Indiana Young Hoosier Award
NOMINEE
| 2014 Georgia Children's Book Award
Starred Review, Booklist, July 2010: "An original fairy tale that has the makings of a story-hour classic. . . This standout picture book emphasizes resourcefulness and the power and pleasure of a well-told tale."
Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews, July 2010: "The simple-but-expressive, cartoonish illustrations on textured paper and the delightfully clever design further distinguish this cheerful charmer."
Starred Review, Publishers Weekly, July 19, 2010: The creators of Muncha! Muncha! Muncha! celebrate storytelling with a sparkling specimen of that very thing. . .With muted tones and subtle textures, the pictures capture the tale's humor and Jack's earnest nature."
Starred Review, School Library Journal, July 2010: This entertaining adventure is packed with action. Karas's schratchy gouache and pencil cartoon illustrations are as detail-rich as the text itself."
Take a bite out of this deliciously funny original fairy tale, which received four starred reviews and was named a Best Book of the Year by Booklist, School Library Journal, Kirkus Reviews, and the Bank Street College of Education.
What would you do if you were invited to the princess’s tenth birthday party but didn’t have money for a gift? Well, clever Jack decides to bake the princess a cake.
Now he just has to get it to the castle in one piece. What could possibly go wrong?
Candace Fleming and G. Brian Karas, creators of the bestselling picture book Muncha! Muncha!Muncha!, have teamed up again to bring us a modern fairy tale starring a determined boy and a story-loving princess with a good sense of humor. While girls will fall for a story featuring a princess’s birthday party, Jack’s adventures with trolls, bears, and gypsies make this the perfect read for young boys as well—and ideal for storytime.
Awards
WINNER ALA Notable Children's Book
WINNER
| 2010 New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing
WINNER
| 2010 School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
WINNER
| 2010 Parents' Choice Recommended
WINNER
| 2010 Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Books
WINNER
| 2010 Booklist Children's Editors' Choice
NOMINEE Texas Bluebonnet Master List
NOMINEE New York State Charlotte Award
FINALIST Bank Street Child Study Children's Book Award
NOMINEE Nebraska Golden Sower Award
NOMINEE Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Award
NOMINEE Indiana Young Hoosier Award
NOMINEE
| 2014 Georgia Children's Book Award
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Praise
Starred Review, Booklist, July 2010: "An original fairy tale that has the makings of a story-hour classic. . . This standout picture book emphasizes resourcefulness and the power and pleasure of a well-told tale."
Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews, July 2010: "The simple-but-expressive, cartoonish illustrations on textured paper and the delightfully clever design further distinguish this cheerful charmer."
Starred Review, Publishers Weekly, July 19, 2010: The creators of Muncha! Muncha! Muncha! celebrate storytelling with a sparkling specimen of that very thing. . .With muted tones and subtle textures, the pictures capture the tale's humor and Jack's earnest nature."
Starred Review, School Library Journal, July 2010: This entertaining adventure is packed with action. Karas's schratchy gouache and pencil cartoon illustrations are as detail-rich as the text itself."
