The Great Crumb Challenge — Every morning, Pip carried warm loaves to the bakery shelf and whispered, “No crumbs for me until the bell rings.” The bread smelled buttery and toasty, and Pip had set a little challenge: walk from oven to doorway without one tiny nibble. Read the full story →
Every morning, Pip carried warm loaves to the bakery shelf and whispered, “No crumbs for me until the bell rings.” The bread smelled buttery and toasty, and Pip had set a little challenge: walk from oven to doorway without one tiny nibble. The cupcakes winked with cherries. The flour sacks sat puffed and quiet.
Until one day, a sneaky dust of flour tickled Pip’s nose. “Ah-ah-CHOO!” he squeaked. Because of that, the tray bounced. Because of THAT, two loaves did a wobbly dance, and everyone outside laughed so hard the flower box shook. Pip caught the bread against his apron and bowed like a bakery king. Finally, he placed the loaves on the shelf, rang the bell, and took one proud crumb. Next time you spot Pip in the doorway, can you tell if he is bowing—or trying not to sneeze again?
