Based on the true story of Christopher Ludwick, a German immigrant to the American colonies who uses his talent for baking to win the American Revolutionary War. The illustrations are in the style of iced gingerbread cookies.

The watercolor illustrations create a heartwarming story of a baker who helps win the war! Set during the American Revolution, this lighthearted and humorous story is a great way to hook your students at the beginning of a unit. Based on the life of Christopher Ludwick. ( )

Charming brown gingerbread shapes with delicately piped icing expressions and clothing march along with the story, as a German baker provides sustenance for American troops and convinces German soldiers fighting for the British to abandon the Tories. Author's note, sources, and delicious endpapers including a recipe! ( )

The charming (largely true) story of a German baker and the American Revolution. Clever and colorful illustrations. Author’s Note, Sources, Gingerbread Recipe

This book is based on the life of a man named Christopher Ludwick. Ludwick was from Germany, but traveled to America and resided as a baker in Philadelphia and this book tells the story of how he helped win the American Revolution. ( )