It's Lionel's birthday and what better way for Elliot and his friends to help him celebrate than by baking a cake? They tackle the task with enthusiasm, but as they follow Beaverton's recipe, each instruction seems more confusing than the last. When they finally take the cake out of the oven, it looks as if Lionel's surprise has turned into a disaster. Resourceful thinking on everyone's part results in a beautiful birthday cake after all. Children will love this charming tale. They can enjoy a special treat, too -- Beaverton's yummy cake recipe is featured at the end of the story!