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Description
Anna, who has never seen snow, uses her faith and the power of wishes to bring snow to her village again for Christmas.
Quick Summary
If your kiddo has ever wished for something that seemed totally impossible, Anna's story will hit right in the heart. Anna's village has lost its snow, and Christmas is coming she's never even seen snow before, so she turns to faith and the magic of believing really, really hard to make her wish come true. It's a short, sweet read with just enough tension to keep little ones turning pages, and at 621 words it's perfect for newly independent readers or a cozy bedtime story you can finish in one sitting. The message about hope and never giving up on what matters to you comes through loud and clear without feeling preachy. Kids who love stories with a touch of winter magic especially around the holidays will be the biggest fans here, though honestly any child dealing with disappointment or big feelings about wanting something badly will relate to Anna's journey. Parents will appreciate that it's wholesome, faith-positive, and shows a young girl taking action rather than just waiting around. If your child enjoys this, they'd probably also like "The Snowy Day" for more snowy fun, though that one's a bit lighter on the wish-making magic.