10/10/08

Title: Hey Pancakes!
Author: Tamson Weston
Illustrator: Stephen Gammell
Publisher: Harcourt Books
Publication Date: 2003
Genre: Picture book
Audience: Pre K-2

Overview: Hey Pancakes! Is a colorful story about three children and their early morning adventures in the kitchen. The story is humorously illustrated as it depicts the mess they make while creating all sorts of pancakes. Surprisingly their breakfast comes out deliciously! And at the end of the book there is a copy of Grandma’s very own fool-proof pancake recipe for you to make your own!

Activity: Teachers can help students make a pancake breakfast one morning. While making the pancakes the teacher can also tack on a lesson on measuring cups etc. Parents can be invited to eat breakfast with their children, and help!

Reviewer’s Name: Cailin Eisele