About This Book
In 'Heidi Heckelbeck and the Cookie Contest,' young Heidi, who secretly possesses magical abilities, decides to use her powers to win the annual Brewster Elementary cookie contest. The story follows her as she bakes up a storm, but soon discovers that adding magic to a competition can lead to unexpected and often humorous consequences. This book is a delightful read for children aged 8-12, exploring themes of honesty, fairness, and the importance of thinking through one's actions, all wrapped in a lighthearted, magical school setting. It's a great choice for kids who enjoy stories about everyday life mixed with a touch of fantasy.
Heidi wants to win the Brewster Elementary cookie contest, but does not think through all the consequences of adding magic to her recipe.
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Discussion Prompts
1
Heidi uses magic to try and win the contest. Do you think that was fair? Why or why not?
2
What do you think are some of the consequences Heidi didn't think through when she used magic?
3
If you had a secret magical power, what would be one thing you would use it for, and what might be a consequence of that choice?
4
Have you ever wanted to win something so badly that you were tempted to bend the rules? What did you do?
5
What does it mean to be a good sport, whether you win or lose?
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