Book Resume
for Dad Bakes by Katie Yamasaki
Professional book information and credentials for Dad Bakes.
- Grade Levels:*
- Grades PK-2
- Lexile Level:
- 220L
- Cultural Experience:
- Asian American
- Genre:
- Picture Book
- Realistic Fiction
- Year Published:
- 2021
2 Subject Headings
The following 2 subject headings were determined by the U.S. Library of Congress and the Book Industry Study Group (BISAC) to reveal themes from the content of this book (Dad Bakes).
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3 Book Awards & Distinctions
Dad Bakes was recognized by committees of professional librarians and educators for the following book awards and distinctions.
3 Selections for State & Provincial Recommended Reading Lists
Dad Bakes was selected by educational and library professionals to be included on the following state/provincial reading lists.
United States Lists (3)
Iowa
- Bridge to Reading Award, 2023
Maryland
- Blue Crab Young Reader Award, 2022
Michigan
Primary Source Statement on Creating Dad Bakes
Katie Yamasaki on creating Dad Bakes:
This primary source recording with Katie Yamasaki was created to provide readers insights directly from the book's creator into the backstory and making of this book.
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Citation: Yamasaki, Katie. "Meet-the-Author Recording | Dad Bakes." TeachingBooks, https://library.teachingbooks.net/bookResume/t/78091. Accessed 24 December, 2025.
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