Poppy and the Christmas Market

Step into the magic of Christmas with Poppy and Liesel, two little sister mice setting out for an unforgettable day at Cullman's Christkindlmarkt.Poppy has been saving her gold coins for weeks, dreaming of finding the perfect treasure at the Christmas market. Something fancy, something fun, and something just for her. But as Poppy, Liesel, and their cheerful dachshund friend, Fritz, make their way through the market, Poppy discovers there may be something even more special than bringing home a treasure of her own.Surrounded by thousands of twinkling lights, wooden market huts, festive music, delicious treats, and old world Christmas traditions, the friends experience all the wonder of a German Christmas market. They ride the Ferris wheel, watch acrobats soar through the air, admire handmade treasures, and discover beautiful traditions around every corner. Along the way, Poppy is given opportunities to share what she has with the people she loves.When she finally discovers the perfect pair of sparkling Snow Globe Earrings, Poppy has a choice to make. Will she spend her last two gold coins on the treasure she has wanted all along, or will she use them to make someone she loves smile?Inspired by the German heritage and beloved Christmas traditions of Cullman, Alabama, Poppy and the Christmas Market is a heartwarming children's story about kindness, generosity, family, friendship, and the joy of giving.Complete with a vocabulary and cultural guide introducing young readers to German Christmas traditions and terms such as Christkindlmarkt, Christkind, Schwibbogen, and Weihnachtspyramide, this story brings a little piece of Christmas market magic home to families everywhere.Perfect for children ages 4 to 8, cozy read alouds, classroom holiday reading, and creating new family Christmas traditions, Poppy and the Christmas Market is a sweet reminder that the greatest treasures are not always the ones we keep for ourselves. Sometimes, the greatest gifts are the ones we give with love.