Each ring of the doorbell brings more friends to share the delicious cookies Ma has made in this beloved classic.This enjoyable read-aloud picture book about friendship, sharing, and cookies can also be used to introduce basic math concepts to young children. This oversize edition (14 3/4 by 17 1/2") makes it easy to share the book in a library or classroom. "Refreshing, enjoyable, and unpredictable."—School Library Journal Pat Hutchins is the celebrated creator of numerous award-winning books for children, including Rosie's Walk, Titch, and Don't Forget the Bacon! The Doorbell Rang was named a Notable Book for Children by the American Library Association.

• Each ring of the doorbell brings more friends to share the delicious cookies Ma has made
• Ma has made a dozen delicious cookies. It should be plenty for her two children
• But then the doorbell rings--and rings and rings