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Squirrel's Birthday and Other Parties (Netherlands)
by Toon Tellegen

Squirrel and ant discover a mysterious feast with an invisible host in the depths of a forest in this collection of nine charming short stories about friendship, dancing, memories, and lots of cake. Ages 5-8

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