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Wintercake is an illustrated winter and holiday book for kids by Lynne Rae Perkins. Its story follows Thomas after he misplaces the dried fruit for his wintercake, as friends help him recover from the mistake. The listing describes colourful, detailed paintings and themes of friendship, empathy and generosity.
At a glance
- A seasonal story about Thomas losing the dried fruit needed for his wintercake.
- Friends old and new come together to help resolve the problem.
- The listing describes colourful, detailed paintings of a winter forest and its animal inhabitants.
- Themes include friendship, community, empathy, generosity and the meaning of holiday traditions.
Reference price: $34.99
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The story centres on a clear, child-friendly mishap and the way a community responds.
- Its winter setting and stated themes make it suitable for seasonal family or classroom sharing.
- The illustrated edition has a listed print length of 48 pages.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Author | Lynne Rae Perkins |
|---|---|
| Publisher | HarperCollins US |
| Publication date | 21 October 2019 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 48 pages |
| Reading age | 6 - 10 years |
| Grade level | 1 - 5 |
| ISBN-10 | 0062894870 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0062894878 |
| Dimensions | 29.46 x 1.27 x 23.88 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 544 g |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes it as a winter and holiday book and also says it can be shared all year round, so its seasonal framing may be more important to some readers than others.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wintercake about?
Thomas misplaces the dried fruit he needs for his seasonal wintercake, and friends old and new come together to help. The listing also highlights themes of friendship, community and mistakes leading to unexpected outcomes.
What age is this book listed for?
The listed reading age is 6 - 10 years, with a grade level of 1 - 5.
Is Wintercake illustrated?
Yes. The listing identifies this as an illustrated edition and describes colourful, detailed paintings of a winter forest and its animals.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 48 pages.
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