Author Patrica Cardello's love for the magic of Christmas has truly produced a wonderful addition to my family's Christmas book collection. The Magical Tale of Santa Dust takes us through a heartwarming story of two children whose home is rather hard to find. As such the children wonder "how will Santa find us" and how will Santa know where I live"? The children are eager to find the answer; their mother reminds them as they are rather poor that Santa may not find their home as there was no light. Enter a giggling and fantastic elf who leaves a mysterious red pouch and the story takes a mystical turn. Inside the pouch is an ornament which contains "Magic Santa Dust" which will inevitably help Santa find the way.
This book will be one I read my children year after year; they magic of Christmas, and Santa and the twinkle in a child's eye can be found on each page. Illustrator Manuela Soriani provides beautifully detailed and colorful pictures that both of my children commented on.
"The Magical Tale of Santa Dust" is recipient of the 2009 Seal Of Excellence Award as well as a Mom's Choice Award. It retails for around $18; by visiting magicdusts.com you can purchase the book alone, the magic pouch alone or both together for varying prices. The book is also available at retailers like Amazon, Barnes & Noble and Goodreads. This book is a first in a series Cardello has written and we truly cannot wait to see the next one! Please run out and purchase this book for a wonderful holiday gift to be enjoyed for years to come!