Believe It or Not! — Amazing True Stories for Curious Kids

🥖 Why a Baker’s Dozen Has 13, Not 12! | The Strange Story Behind Extra Bread


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Ever wondered why a baker’s dozen means 13 instead of 12? 🍞
In medieval England, bakers were so afraid of breaking the law that they started tossing in an extra loaf — and it turned into a centuries-old tradition of honesty and trust! 👑✨

Join Bryan on Believe It or Not! for a deliciously weird slice of history — complete with greedy kings, tricky laws, and brave bakers who just wanted to stay out of trouble (and keep their bread safe!).

You’ll learn:
🍩 Why medieval bakers added an extra roll
⚖️ How one of the world’s first “consumer laws” was born
🥐 And how the phrase “baker’s dozen” spread around the world!

🎙️ Perfect for curious kids, classrooms, and families who love fun facts, history, and stories where the truth is stranger than fiction!

👉 Next episode: How Chocolate Chip Cookies Were Invented by Accident! 🍪

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