Hardie, Jill (author). Kornacki, Christine (illustrator). The Sparkle Box: A Gift With The Power To Change Christmas. Nashville, TN: Ideal’s Children’s Books. 2012.

SUMMARY:
Excited and intrigued by the shiny, glittery Sparkle Box on his mantle, Sam is already thrilled about all the Christmas activities. Being told that the box will be shared after it is finally filled only adds to the emotion of the season. While waiting, Sam and his family take several opportunities to help and serve others which accentuates for Sam how blessed he truly is in life. On Christmas morning when it is time to open the presents, Sam discovers who the Sparkle Box really is for…

A PENNY FOR MY THOUGHTS:
Spectacular! A beautiful story complemented by extraordinary pictures, the Sparkle Box is a genuine gem. Full page painting-type pictures (reminds me of Polar Express quality) accompanies a text capable of starting a new tradition at Christmas, perhaps even throughout the year. Definitely gift-worthy, perfect for a Sunday School lesson and activity, as well as a book to be shared between adults and children, The Sparkle Box also boasts an actual Sparkle Box to assemble and fill. To inspire even more, the author includes the message to the reader…”You are the light of the world. Make it sparkle.” Beautiful!

RATING:
5 (out of 5) pennies

*I received a complimentary copy of The Sparkle Box from Worthy Publishing for my honest review*