The Kids in Mrs. Z's Class: Poppy Song Bakes a Way - by Karina Yan Glaser (Paperback)

About the Book

"When Poppy Song joined Mrs. Z's third-grade class at Curiosity Academy, she knew just how to connect with her classmates: baked goods. Her beloved grandmother Po Po used to own her own bakery, and Poppy has inherited Po Po's gift for making pineapple buns, egg tarts, and other sweets, which she gladly shares with the other kids in Mrs. Z's class. After her classmates hear about a fancy treat called Dragon's Beard candy, they can't wait for Poppy to make some and bring it in. Poppy is excited--and daunted--to try to make the candy, but she has other worries on her mind as well. Ever since they moved to Peppermint Falls, Po Po has been acting differently, putting items back in the wrong places, even mixing up ingredients in the recipes she knows by heart"--

Book Synopsis

Meet the kids in Mrs. Z's wacky and wonderful third-grade class! Poppy Song loves to bake just like her grandmother, but her skills are put to the test when a tricky recipe and a forgetful grandmother lead her into a sticky situation.

Poppy Song loves sharing sweet treats with other people--just like her grandmother Po Po, who used to have her own bakery. When the kids in Mrs. Z's class hear about a fancy dessert called Dragon's Beard candy, they can't wait for Poppy to make some and bring it in.

Poppy is excited to try to make the candy, but she has other worries on her mind. Po Po has been acting differently lately, putting items back in the wrong places, even mixing up ingredients in the recipes she knows by heart! When this new forgetfulness puts Po Po in danger, Poppy must find the courage to help their family figure out a way forward.

Both sweetly poignant and laugh-out-loud funny, with black-and-white illustrations by Pura Belpré Honor artist Kat Fajardo, Poppy's story invites readers into Mrs. Z's class where empathy and fun rule the school, from New York Times bestselling author Karina Yan Glaser.

Perfect for!
★ My Weirdtastic School fans
★ Reluctant readers
★ Classroom read-alouds
★ Andrew Clements fans
★ Bakers
★ Grandparents Day

Read them all! The Kids in Mrs. Z's Class have plenty of stories to share!
Emma McKenna, Full Out (#1)
Rohan Murthy Has a Plan (#2)
Poppy Song Bakes a Way (#3)
The Legend of Memo Castillo (#4)
Wyatt Hill Brings a Lizard to School (#5)
Ayana Ndoum Takes the Stage (#6)
Olive Little Gets Crafty (#7)
Synclaire Fields Knows the Score (#8)
Theo Chang is Not a Cat (#9)
Thunder Nelson Does the Impossumble (#10)
Sebastian Metzger Solves a Sticky Situation (#11) -- available for preorder now!
Fia Hosein Finds Her Beat (#12) -- available for preorder now!

The Kids in Mrs. Z's Class is an innovative series where every book is written by a different all-star author and features a different kid in the same third-grade class. They can be read in any order!

Review Quotes

"A warm, sweet read perfect for sensitive children seeking solid realistic fiction... Buy the book and the series."--SLJ

Praise for the Kids in Mrs. Z's Class Series

"Uplifting and encouraging." --Kirkus Reviews

"[A] wholesome read...buoyant." --Publishers Weekly

"Believable characters experiencing age-appropriate challenges: making new friends, navigating social groups, overcoming shyness, and dealing with embarrassment. . . Share with fans of Annie Barrows' Ivy and Bean books or Sara Pennypacker's Clementine series." --Booklist

"This new series is giving [Polk Street School] vibes. I absolutely love that each book is written by a different author and I love how diverse the classroom is. . . The great thing about [these] books is they showcase kids working together and supporting each other." --Teen Librarian Toolbox

About the Author

Karina Yan Glaser started writing The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street when her uncle dared her to write a book. Now she is a New York Times bestselling author. Karina's novels have been translated into twelve languages and have been optioned for film by Amy Poehler. Her latest book, A Duet For Home, earned three starred reviews, was featured on The Today Show, was selected for numerous Best Of lists, nominated for eight state book awards, and was a Teen Readers Choice Award Finalist, among other honors. One of her proudest achievements is raising two kids who can't go anywhere without a book. She lives in New York City with her husband, two teenagers, and an assortment of rescue animals. She invites you to find her online at karinaglaser.com