A Winter Solstice Tale: Would you unquestionably rather be yourself?

In observance of the December sun's return ascent North, this beautifully rhymed children's book, sumptuously illustrated with rich wool illustrations, acknowledges an event celebrated dating back thousands of years. Many of the traditions now associated with Christmas emerged from midwinter solstice celebrations. In this seasonal treasure, Snappy, the curious woodland Gnome, Furry Mouse, Miss Bunny, and Brave Bear share heartwarming stories filled with midwinter magic and good cheer as they celebrate winter Solstice, the longest night of the year. Meet wise Rock Elf who shares from his sun-soaked rock shelf, "I would unquestioningly rather be myself " Messages of kindness, bravery, acceptance, and love warm the heart, and lift the spirit. Adults will become as engaged in this story and the rich illustrations as any child. Generations of families will enjoy this winter tale as they gather round the fire reading stories in the night ' A Winter Solstice Tale' has 3 companion books in this Happy Hollow book series that will warm the hearts of both children and adults alike. Learn more about Amma Sharon's signature illustration style and the Happy Hollow book series written and illustrated by Amma Sharon by visiting: www.ammasharonstories.com.Amma Sharon is a long-time early childhood teacher and pioneer in working with the young child. She has been telling whimsical, enchanting stories to children for many years. Her enchanting stories have now become books. More than sweet stories, Amma Sharon's imaginative tales are filled with archetypal messages of gratitude, curiosity, kindness, and possibility. Rhythmical language and poetic phrasing have long been a passion of hers, writing and illustrating her first two books of poetry at the young age of 11. A fiber artist for many years, Amma Sharon illustrates her books with hand-felted wool images, her signature illustration style. Unique in children's literature her hand-felted illustrations express a depth of warmth, color, and life not to be found in other media. Her illustrations and musical writing style will delight children of the heart no matter their age