The Gingerbread Man Loose in the School book cover
Pre K - 3

The Gingerbread Man Loose in the School

By Laura Murray

Illustrator: Mike Lowery

When a class leaves for recess, their just-baked Gingerbread Man is left behind. But he’s a smart cookie and heads out to find them. He’ll run, slide, skip, and (after a mishap with a soccer ball) limp as fast as he can because: “I can catch them! I’m their Gingerbread Man!”

With help from the gym teacher, the nurse, the art teacher and even the principal, the Gingerbread Man does find his class, and he’s assured they’ll never leave him behind again.

Teachers often use the Gingerbread Man story to introduce new students to the geography and staff of schools, and this fresh, funny twist on the original can be used all year long. Includes a poster with fun activities!

Educator Resources

  • The Gingerbread Man Loose in the School Educator's Guide

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State Awards

Recommended reading lists from your state's teacher or librarian associations!
  • Delaware
    • Delaware Diamonds, 2012-2013
  • Florida
    • Florida Reading Association Children's Book Award, 2012-2013
  • Illinois
    • Illinois Monarch Award, 2013-2014
    • Illinois School Library Media Association Awards, 2013-2014

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