The Apple Cake

The Apple Cake – A Gentle Tale of Giving and Sharing
By Nienke van Hichtum | Illustrated by Marjan van Zeyl

A charming and heartfelt story that celebrates kindness, generosity, and the simple joy of sharing.

Description
Granny is ready to bake a cake—but she’s missing one important ingredient: apples. What she does have is a tree full of beautiful, ripe plums. Filling her basket, she heads off to market, hoping to find what she needs.

Along the way, Granny’s journey becomes a gentle adventure in giving and receiving, as small acts of kindness unfold into something truly special.

At the end of the story, readers are treated to Granny’s very own apple cake recipe—inviting the magic of the tale into the kitchen.

Product Features

• A touching story about generosity and community
• Beautiful, classic-style illustrations
• Includes a traditional apple cake recipe
• Ideal for reading together

Product Information

• ISBN: 9781782507635
• Format: Hardcover
• Reading Age: 4 – 6 years
• Number of Pages: 24
• Dimensions: 24.77 x 22.23 x 0.64 cm

Why You’ll Love It

• Encourages kindness and sharing
• A warm, comforting story for young children
• Combines storytelling with a simple, practical activity

A sweet and timeless tale that nourishes both heart and home.