I grew up with this cookbook, my mom even gave me the copy I grew up with that had all of our comments written next to the recipes. I can't say that I've tried every recipe in the book, but I do have some favorites and it will always have a special place among my cookbooks for the sentimental value alone. The recipes are designed so that kids can help make the cookies, as the title suggests and is great to help kids get started with baking.