Katie and the Cupcake War
#9 of 34 in Cupcake Diaries Graphic Novels Series
What’s inside...
Katie finds the courage to face off with a former friend in this Cupcake Diaries story. Katie and Callie used to be best friends—until Callie ditched Katie so she could join the Popular Girls Club. And even though Katie is now very happy with her Cupcake Club friends, Callie’s mean move still bothers her. Finally, Katie finds a way to confront Callie…but it’s going to take lots of sweet-talking to repair the friendship.
Character compass
Katie Brown
Alexis Becker
Emma Taylor
Mia Velaz-Cruz
Callie Wilson
Discussion points
How do you think Katie felt when she faced challenges during the cupcake war? What would you do if you were in her shoes?
What can we learn about teamwork and friendship from the characters in the book?
Why is it important to be fair in a competition? Can you think of a time when you had to be fair?
How did Katie solve problems in the story? Can you think of a problem you solved recently?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child how they felt about the story and which character they liked best. This opens up a personal connection to the theme.
Discuss the moral decisions characters make in the book, asking your child what they would do differently and why.
Connect themes of the book to real-life scenarios your child might encounter, like resolving conflicts or working together with friends.
Encourage your child to describe their favorite part of the book and why it stood out to them, fostering a deeper understanding and recall of the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: In 'Katie and the Cupcake War', Katie and her friends must work together in a cupcake-making contest. The story demonstrates how they share tasks and support each other's strengths to create the best cupcakes.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group projects at school or cooperating with siblings and friends during play to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Handling competition in a healthy way
Explanation: The book shows Katie dealing with competitive feelings and learning to focus on doing her best rather than just winning. It teaches that competition can be friendly and constructive.
Real-World Application: Kids can use this lesson by embracing healthy competition in sports or academic challenges, focusing on personal improvement and good sportsmanship.
Example Lesson: Creativity and innovation
Explanation: Katie uses unique ideas to innovate new cupcake flavors. This encourages thinking outside the box and using imagination to solve problems.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to try new ways of doing tasks or projects, experimenting with art or even in finding solutions to everyday problems.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and accountability
Explanation: Throughout the contest, Katie learns to take responsibility for both her successes and mistakes. This aspect of the story highlights the importance of owning up to one’s actions.
Real-World Application: This can be mirrored in a child’s life by taking responsibility for their chores, homework, and admitting mistakes when they happen.