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

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

Bryan Betz

121 episodes

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If you’re curious, love weird and wonderful stories, and enjoy being surprised, this podcast is made just for you! Every episode brings amazing facts and unbelievable tales that are 100% true — from animals with crazy powers to strange events in history. It’s fun, exciting, and perfect for kids who want to learn and laugh at the same time. Join us for quick, fun episodes that spark your imagination and make you say, “No way, that really happened?!” Whether you listen at home, in the car, or at school, Can You Believe It?! is your ticket to a world full of surprises.

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

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

8 minutes 24 seconds

1 month ago

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

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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