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Lonely and curious, a gingerbread baby leaves his kitchen to explore a bustling bakery, where he attempts to make friends with the cookies, doughnuts, and other baked figures that line the shelves. Though his efforts are gentle, the friendly interactions spark a spirited chase that echoes a classic tale, drawing all the bakery’s inhabitants into a merry pursuit. By the time the adventure ends, the gingerbread baby and his newfound companions return to their home together, illustrating that companionship can be found even in the most unexpected places.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Jan Brett
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