The first book in the Apple Tree Series is titled Out of the Apple Orchard
by Yvonne David and illustrated by Lyn Rodden
The story takes place in the fall of 1910 after the Bieman family moved to Mountaindale, a hamlet in the Catskills, from the Lower East Side of New York City, so that the ailing father could take advantage of the fresh mountain air. Papa is too sick to work and food is scarce. On his way to school, twelve-year-old Adam Bieman is hungry and sees the apples in the Friedland orchard. He cannot resist the ripe, red fruit.
This engaging American tale, interwoven with historical details about the Catskills, captures the essence of the Jewish High Holidays. When trouble begins to multiply for Adam, can he learn to ask for forgiveness, make amends, and start anew?
Through the story's rich descriptions and the distinctive fine art illustrations, the characters in the Bieman family come alive. With his hair sticking up like a stalk of corn when it is not hidden by Papa's oversized cap, Adam Bieman will capture your heart.
Although geared for children, this book will delight readers of all ages.
The story takes place in the fall of 1910 after the Bieman family moved to Mountaindale, a hamlet in the Catskills, from the Lower East Side of New York City, so that the ailing father could take advantage of the fresh mountain air. Papa is too sick to work and food is scarce. On his way to school, twelve-year-old Adam Bieman is hungry and sees the apples in the Friedland orchard. He cannot resist the ripe, red fruit.
This engaging American tale, interwoven with historical details about the Catskills, captures the essence of the Jewish High Holidays. When trouble begins to multiply for Adam, can he learn to ask for forgiveness, make amends, and start anew? 
