Gingerbread for Liberty! by Mara Rockliff illustrated by Vincent X. Kirsch*

"How a German Baker Helped Win the American Revolution"
Ms. Rockliff is a local author so my sons and I were able to meet her when she showcased this book.
Christopher Ludwick, a German-born baker, wants to fight in the American Revolution but his wife tells him he is too old and fat!  Her opinions do not prevent him from leaving and approaching George Washington.  He asks Mr. Ludwick to bake gingerbread for the troops!  To General Washington's surprise, Mr. Ludwick also agrees to talk to the Hessians at the British camp.  His gregarious personality has surprising results!
This book proves heroes come in all shapes and sizes and that all our gifts are important.
The illustrations resemble gingerbread cookies.  The end pages contain a simple gingerbread cookie recipe.
Ms. Rockliff also shares other interesting tidbits about Mr. Ludwick in her author's note.
**Highly, highly recommend.