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It's a sweet kid's book with lovely illustrations that teach readers the importance of not being selfish & enjoying nature's beauty.
Hazel had a unique wish: she wanted the sun all to herself. Her love for its radiant glow was so immense that she thought it best to keep it within the confines of her own room, nestled in a fishbowl, no less. This way, she could bask in its glorious light at all hours, not just during the day. And how does one fulfil such a grand desire? By stealing it, naturally.
But would such a bold act go unnoticed? Could Hazel find herself in trouble for her sun-snatching adventure? Hazel and Her Sun is the enchanting tale of a little girl who daringly captures the sun – if only for a short time. Her journey takes a turn when she realizes that achieving her dream doesn’t bring the joy she expected. This heartwarming story unfolds Hazel’s realization about the true nature of happiness and the importance of sharing beauty with the world.
Kids love spending time outdoors. During the warmer seasons, they'll spend hours running, jumping, riding bikes, swimming, playing games or sports, building sandcastles, etc. For kids and adults, there's nothing better than feeling the warm sun on your face. Hazel also cherished the moments when the sun was high in the sky. She loved "how the sun watched and warmed her as she picked flowers and chased butterflies." She would steal a glance at it every chance she could get. To this darling little girl, the sun was the best thing in the world. She claimed to love it more than anything else!
Hazel's profound fondness for the sun made her make an unwise choice. She devised a sneaky plan to capture and hide the sun in a ginormous fishbowl in her room. You'd think this was impossible? In reality, it's impossible, but that's what is so superb in the world of fiction: nothing is ever impossible.
Hazel did capture the sun, but she quickly learned her selfish actions had dire consequences. They affected everyone around her in a negative way. While Hazel was happy, others around her were feeling gloomy, like the darkened sky. Seeing others' reactions to the missing sun led Hazel to to realize what she did was wrong. The sun didn't belong to her; everyone loved and needed it, too.
This charming children's book teaches readers to think before they act. While the sun is not a toy, it does (in a roundabout way) teach kids the importance of sharing. Hazel wanted the sun for herself, but she learned selfish acts can hurt others. The lovely story also reminds us how beautiful our world is. I adored the illustrations, and I think your family will, too. Hazel was adorable with her rosy cheeks. And I doubt anyone can resist smiling back at the sun!
I highly recommend sharing this book with children 3 years and older.
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Synopsis
Hazel had a unique wish: she wanted the sun all to herself. Her love for its radiant glow was so immense that she thought it best to keep it within the confines of her own room, nestled in a fishbowl, no less. This way, she could bask in its glorious light at all hours, not just during the day. And how does one fulfil such a grand desire? By stealing it, naturally.
But would such a bold act go unnoticed? Could Hazel find herself in trouble for her sun-snatching adventure? Hazel and Her Sun is the enchanting tale of a little girl who daringly captures the sun – if only for a short time. Her journey takes a turn when she realizes that achieving her dream doesn’t bring the joy she expected. This heartwarming story unfolds Hazel’s realization about the true nature of happiness and the importance of sharing beauty with the world.
About the author
Farnaz Calafi is a fan of fact-based, investigative journalism as well as opinion pieces that make the readers spit out their coffee (or whatever their beverage of choice while reading)! She has been published in USA Today, San Diego Union-Tribune & The New York Times. view profile
Published on February 02, 2024
Published by Austin Macauley
0-1000 words
Genre: Children's
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