Saturday, April 18, 2009

The Donut Chef by Bob Staake


This newly published book is absolutely spectacular! Staake, the author and illustrator, has created a book full of animation, fun, rhyming, and most of all, a great message! In my opinion, it would be appropriate for readers of all ages; of course the amazing, quirky illustrations and playful rhyming would certainly be of appeal to young children.


The hilariously over-sized, jolly donut chef decides:

"Once upon a summer's day

A donut chef was heard to say:

On this street where people stop,

I'll open up my donut shop!"


He then works effortlessly to get his shop ready to open. It turns out to be a great success! But then, another donut chef decides to open a store right next door, and the two go over board in their attempt to win over the customers with the most creative donuts.


Not only should this book be read to children for just pure enjoyment, but it also introduces them to what business is like and teaches a great lesson that sometimes, the most simple things are the most successful.

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