Old Witch and the Polka-Dot Ribbon

Old Witch and the Polka-Dot Ribbon

"What's cooking?" asked Old Witch, glaring at Nicky and his mother.<br><br> Nicky's mother carefully explained about the contest. Oldwick needed a new bandstand and the townspeople agreed that a carnival, with a cake baking contest, would be a fine way to raise money.<br><br> Old Witch snorted as Nicky invited her to the carnival. "You'll have a wonderful time," he said. "And if you like, you may enter the contest, but Mrs. Butterbean <i>always</i> wins first prize."<br><br> Grabbing her broom, Old Witch sailed out of the house to the top of a black walnut tree to sulk. Dear, cranky Old Witch returns in this classic 1970 tale, along with her hauntingly delicious recipe!