TOO-DA-LOODLE SNICKERDOODLE: a fractured fairytale as told by the Little Red Hen

TOO-DA-LOODLE SNICKERDOODLE, a fractured fairytale as told by the Little Red Hen provides a positive twist to the traditional tale of The Gingerbread Man. The author has written this delightful story to entertain children of all ages with its rhyme, repetition, and alliteration; making it an enjoyable read-aloud. As the cookie meets several of Little Red’s fairytale friends on its journey, the reader is able to identify and make connections with these classic well-known characters. The concept of sharing is evident throughout the book, adding a socially important twist to the original Gingerbread Man tale. B. E. Blubaugh has added a personal touch, including her husband’s delicious Snickerdoodle recipe, along with hidden photos of her dogs, Brodie and Marley, both of which love to beg for snickerdoodles fresh from the oven. The Would You Rather questions, together with a compare and contrast chart, help to enhance the educational aspect for the older child’s critical and creative thinking skills. “Whether my book remains a read-aloud in your home or classroom, or becomes a learning tool for higher level thinking skills, I am overjoyed to put it into the hands of those who are familiar with fairytales as well as those who are not. Just like nursery rhymes, I feel that fairytales need to become ‘alive’ again for all children.” B. E. Blubaugh