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Books2Eat 2022 Challenge
The only rule is to make edible art that has something to do with a favorite book! Last year students made their edible art from cakes, cookies, pancakes, ice cream, fruit, whipped cream, marshmallows, pretzels, vegetables and there were even a few “book bentos”. You can work alone, with your siblings or friends.
Watch slideshows from previous years to see what incredible creations ASIJ Mustangs KG-Gr. 5 designed.








Be Creative! Have Fun! Be A Baker Maker!
If you need some creative inspiration, watch these videos made by our very own Ms. Mimi! She will walk you through the steps for making homemade fondant, homemade fondant figures and give you additional tips and tricks if you are a serious baker maker!
Submit Photos by May 7th
Photo Requirements
- Photo #1 – A closeup of the edible art and the book.
- Photo #2 – A photo of the edible art and the baker or bakers.
Books 2 Eat 2022 Submissions Folder (click on hyperlink above or QR Code below to submit your photos)
ES SORA Collections
There is something for everyone in the ASIJ ES Library’s Digital Collection. Click on the links below to access and find your next great read!





























NEW Series – The Lost Rainforest
NEW – Magazines on SORA
News…Stories…Animals…Cooking…Sports…Crafts… Gaming..History…Science & more
Now you can access over 50 children’s magazines using the SORA app. Multiple users can access these magazines simultaneously! You can even check out several magazines at a time in addition to two eBooks or audiobooks.
Magazines onSORA (click to access magazines)
















































Friendship, secrets, magic & unforgettable heroines!
Fantasy, Friendship & Family Read Alouds Gr. 1-3
































Explorer Academy Has it All!
This action-adventure/mystery/sci-fi series checks all of the boxes!
Meet the Characters (click on the link)
Read Sample Chapters (click on the link)






Call # F Mystery TRU
Looking for your next great read?
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