"A spirited version of the story of the gingerbread boy." --New York Times

"A smooth and sophisticated version of the famous tale." --The Horn Book

In this modern retelling of a nursery classic, Caldecott-winning illustrator Richard Egielski adds an urban twist to a well-loved tale. This time, the gingerbread boy is on the loose in New York City, and he taunts everyone from construction workers to subway musicians, until his fateful chase through Central Park!

A School Library Journal Best Book and New York Public Library "One Hundred Titles for Reading and Sharing."

Author: Richard Egielski
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 08/22/2000
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.32lbs
Size: 11.00h x 7.98w x 0.11d
ISBN: 9780064437080
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 2.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 68530 / Gingerbread Boy


Award: 2000 Georgia Children's Book Award Nominee - Picture Storybook


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 07/03/2000

About the Author
Egielski, Richard: -

Richard Egielski is the Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator of Hey, Al and many other books for children, including the Tub People series by Pam Conrad. He is also the author and illustrator of Buz and Jazper, both New York Times Best Illustrated Books, Three Magic Balls, and The Gingerbread Boy. Mr. Egielski lives in Milford, New Jersey, with his wife and son.