The Candy Tree: of Muttenz

by Karena Stoner, Luisa Galstyan (Illustrator)

Overview

In the sweet Swiss village of Muttenz, a little girl named Francyli dreams of candy all year long -- but especially at Christmas! Her vivid imagination turns everything she sees to candy - from her ice skates to the houses around town. But her favourite dream of all? Turning the Muttenz village Christmas Tree into a magical tree covered in candies! Just a few nights before Christmas, with the help of a magical snow squirrel named Sugar, Francyli's sweet dream comes true. This whimsical and magical tale also offers a reminder of the importance of sharing and caring for our neighbors.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781954017009
Publisher:	Blue Dot Books
Publication date:	11/26/2020
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.25(d)
Age Range:	3 - 8 Years

About the Author

Karena Stoner is a writer and candy addict who first moved to Switzerland in 2002. She and her lovely writer wife, crazy kids, enormous Bernese Mountain Dog - and one very grumpy cat named Bob - live, play and write in the beautiful Swiss town of Muttenz.

Editorial Reviews

​"An engaging, charmingly illustrated holiday story.... Stoner's story is a delight."- Kirkus Reviews

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"Full of whimsical, intriguing characters, childhood fantasies, and Christmas spirit, this delightful book beautifully explores the themes of imagination, kindness, friendship, and sharing....This is an absolute delight." BookView Review (Gold Seal)

"The Candy Tree captures what the holidays are really about: supporting others, connecting with others. putting others at the forefront. Love. Kindness. Generosity. Those are the greatest gifts we can give each other in the holiday season and The Candy Tree reminds us of that. It's a delicious read." Cheryl Strayed, author of New York Times bestsellers Wild, Tiny Beautiful Things, and Brave Enough

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