

How does Max finally get the Red-Hot Marshmallow Squirters for his cake? (He draws a picture of them, and the grocer then knows exactly what he wants.This series provides a wonderful way to nurture your relationship with your children and foster a lifelong adventure of learning.Why doesn't Max get what he wants at the grocery store? (He wants Red-Hot Marshmallow Squirters for his cake, but the grocer can't read his scribbles and so doesn't give him what he wants.).How does the grocer know what Ruby needs? (He reads what Ruby has written on the list.).Where does Ruby send Max to get the eggs, milk, and flour? (She sends him to the grocery store.).What happens when Max tries to help Ruby? (Max breaks the eggs and spills the milk and the flour.).What kind of cake does Ruby want to make? (She wants to make an angel surprise cake with raspberry-fluff icing.).What kind of cake does Max make? (He makes an earthworm cake.).


Have children repeat the title as you point to each word. Read the title of the book on the cover, pointing to each word as you say it.At the store, the grocer can't read all the items on the shopping list until Max solves the problem by drawing pictures. Ruby sends Max to the store for replacements. However, Max's "help" results in many spilled ingredients. Max makes an earthworm cake for Grandma's birthday and wants to help his sister Ruby make her angel surprise cake for Grandma.
