Dad Bakes

Written by Katie Yamasaki

A baker dad and daughter find joy and connection through baking and reclaiming life together.

4.0 Goodreads · 506 ratings

48 pages· 108 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud· AD220L

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Bookroo's summary

Every morning before dawn, a dedicated baker returns home to his daughter after a night of kneading and rolling dough. Their days are filled with play, reading, and baking, weaving a tapestry of love and renewal. Inspired by stories of resilience, this heartfelt tale explores the power of family bonds and the joy of reclaiming life. What secrets do their shared moments hold, and how does their simple routine transform their world?

From the publisher

Dad wakes early every morning before the sun, heading off to work at the bakery. He kneads, rolls, and bakes, and as the sun rises and the world starts its day, Dad heads home to his young daughter. Together they play, read, garden, and–most importantly–they bake.This lovely, resonant picture book was inspired by muralist Katie Yamasaki’s work with formerly incarcerated people. With subtle, uncluttered storytelling amplified by her monumental and heartfelt paintings, she has created a powerful story of love, of family, and of reclaiming a life with joy.

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