This cozy, gently humorous holiday tale from Newbery Medalist and New York Times–bestselling author Lynne Rae Perkins celebrates friendship, community, empathy, and generosity—making Wintercake a wonderful choice for winter story times and year-round sharing.
When Thomas misplaces the basket of dried fruit needed to make his beloved seasonal wintercake, a charming cast of friends—both familiar and new—steps in to help. As they work together, what begins as a simple mistake turns into something unexpectedly meaningful. With warmth and subtle humor, Perkins shows how traditions connect us, and how even small missteps can open the door to kindness and connection.
Filled with richly detailed paintings of a winter forest and its animal inhabitants, Wintercake is a comforting and heartfelt story about community, forgiveness, and the joy that comes from helping one another—perfect for classrooms, families, and cozy reading moments alike.