Lyla in the Loop: Piece of Cake

Celebrate friendship, problem-solving, and creativity in this sweet early reader based on the Lyla in the Loop TV pilot!

It’s a big day at Loops Lunch—it’s the twins’ birthday, and Lyla is planning something extra special! But when a simple baking mistake turns into a cupcake catastrophe, Lyla and her sidekick Stu must think fast. With time running out before the party, Lyla and her brother Luke use creativity, teamwork, and a lot of quick thinking to turn the messy kitchen into a celebration to remember!

Based on the premiere episode of Lyla in the Loop, this engaging Level 2 early reader helps young readers:
· Learn the value of resilience and perseverance when things go wrong
· Practice collaborative problem-solving and critical thinking
· Discover how everyday mistakes can lead to imaginative solutions
· Strengthen social-emotional learning through relatable, character-driven storytelling

This storybook includes:
· A full-color retelling of the Lyla in the Loop pilot episode
· Discussion questions to inspire deeper thinking and family conversation
· Hands-on activity suggestions to extend learning beyond the page

Perfect for fans of the Lyla in the Loop PBS KIDS series and for children who love stories about creativity, confidence, and community.

Alliah L. Agostini grew up an avid reader in a cross-cultural African-American and Guyanese household in Buffalo, NY. After pursuing a career marketing everything from beauty and personal care to home decor, motherhood helped her return to her first love: children's literature.

Now an author and speaker, Alliah has spoken at schools, libraries, corporations, and on several podcasts. She is also the author of the acclaimed The Juneteenth Story: Celebrating the End of Slavery in the United States. Alliah and her work have been highlighted on the TODAY Show, CNN, WashingtonPost.com, Good Housekeeping, and more.

Alliah writes to spread joy, truth, and to help more children see themselves reflected on the page. She and her family live in the suburbs of New York City, where she enjoys impromptu dance parties, museum hopping, and summer festival season. Big Tune is her debut fiction picture book.