{"product_id":"the-littlest-solstice-tree-9781506499215","title":"The Littlest Solstice Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeep in the forest, where giant pines grow . . . Eager, young Sapling stands covered in snow. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvery winter solstice, one evergreen is crowned Tree of the Year, and this year, Sapling wants nothing more than to win. Her chances are as small as her stature, but when she befriends an overlooked neighbor, she wonders if they might reach new heights together.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePoetically told from the point of view of a small tree in the forest, \u003cem\u003eThe Littlest Solstice Tree\u003c\/em\u003e brings together themes of intergenerational friendship, challenging the status quo, and youth bringing about change--all within a charming, cozy tale about holiday celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn author's note brings more context to the story, highlighting how trees have been used in winter solstice--and Christmas--celebrations for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePerron, Lisa Varchol:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLisa Varchol Perron\u003c\/strong\u003e is a children's author and poet based in Boston, Massachusetts. She is passionate about spending time outdoors, and many of her books reflect her interest in and appreciation of our natural world. She has written several books for children, including \u003cem\u003eMy Love for You\u003c\/em\u003e and various nonfiction titles, such as \u003cem\u003eWonder Why\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAll the Rocks We Love\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003ePatterns Everywhere\u003c\/em\u003e. When she is not writing, Lisa works as a psychotherapist. She is endlessly impressed and inspired by the curious kids she meets at storytimes and school visits, and is a big believer in asking questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKim, Ahya:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAhya Kim\u003c\/strong\u003e has been a serious bookworm all her life and now spends most of her days either reading books, illustrating books, or talking about books on her YouTube channel, \u003cem\u003eAhya's Cottage\u003c\/em\u003e. She is also the illustrator of \u003cem\u003eYour Family Is God's Plan\u003c\/em\u003e and the Jina Jeong series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beaming Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51615653265682,"sku":"9781506499215","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_fc60aee7-9492-4293-9f2f-09de5a5d3595.jpg?v=1758106125","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-littlest-solstice-tree-9781506499215","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}