Apple Cake: A Gratitude

by Dawn Casey (Author) Genevieve Godbout (Illustrator)

Reading Level: K − 1st Grade
In this simple rhyming story from the author of Held in Love, a child says thank you for the gifts nature provides, from hazelnuts in the hedge to apples from the tree, eggs from the hens to milk from the cow. Eventually, the family has enough ingredients to make something special...a delicious apple cake! With captivating illustrations that brim with emotion, this sweet picture book encourages children to be grateful for the world around them--the perfect read for Thanksgiving. A recipe for apple cake at the end allows you and your child to share in the joyful gratitude.
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School Library Journal

PreS-Gr 1-This charming book celebrates family, food, and feelings of gratitude. A young girl thanks a tree, a flower, animals, and other living creatures. She shows her appreciation of nature as she and her dog romp through the rural landscape, gather fresh milk and eggs, and picks apple in the company of friends. The folk-art illustrations are whimsical, with dark colors that pop against white backgrounds. The bright-eyed characters sport jolly expressions and smiles throughout. All of the elements come together with creation of an apple cake also adds to the theme of unity. The theme of love is often communicated visually through character expressions and embraces. The artwork complements the book's narrative beautifully and allows the book to naturally progress toward a satisfying and pleasant ending. The text is written with a smooth rhyming style. A recipe for apple cake is appended. VERDICT A year-round selection that is perfect for Thanksgiving sharing. It encourages children to celebrate and embrace life's wonderful gifts on a daily basis.-Deanna Smith, Pender County Public Library, NC

Copyright 2019 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

Review quotes

"...beguiling...display during apple-picking season, and remember that it's perfect for Thanksgiving, as well." -Booklist, Starred Review - Booklist
Dawn Casey

Dawn Casey has always been passionate about traditional tales, believing that folklore can help answer some of the deepest questions about humankind. A primary school teacher and writer, Dawn says that passing on these stories is a great privilege, as well as a great pleasure. Dawn lives in East Sussex, England with her husband and daughter.

Anne Wilson gains much of her inspiration and use of color from her travels. She has an MA in Illustration from St. Martin's College of Art, London and has been illustrating children's books for several years. She lives in Reading, England with her husband and daughters.

Classification
Fiction
ISBN-13
9781786032157
Lexile Measure
-
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Ltd
Publication date
September 24, 2019
Series
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BISAC categories
JUV039220 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Values & Virtues
JUV050000 - Juvenile Fiction | Cooking & Food
JUV017060 - Juvenile Fiction | Holidays & Celebrations | Thanksgiving
Library of Congress categories
Stories in rhyme
Nature
Cake
Gratitude
Gratitude in children

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