"Long before anyone can remember, something happened that no one will ever forget." With a swirl of snowflakes, a shimmer of starlight, and a dazzling dance of color, the North Wind, the North Star, and the Northern Lights unite their magical powers to create something truly delightful-a host of vibrant, whimsical new friends! At first, chaos whirls through the arctic skies and nothing goes quite right. But these Three Old Friends don't give up. Through teamwork and a little northern magic, they finally pull off a heartwarming success: NEW FRIENDS! Dive into the magic and join the celebration as an unforgettable gathering of playful arctic animals and cheerful newcomers come together. Can you guess who the merry, toy-making friends might be? Here's a hint: they are full of holiday cheer and love spreading joy! From the author of the award-winning book, The Wonderful Once: A Christmas Story, a prequel that imagines how the North Pole Elves came to be. Why Readers love NORTH: A Magical Friendship Story: A new family read aloud tradition for readers around the world Teaches kids the value of friendship and kindness that will last throughout the year A feel-good tale for readers of all ages (0-102) Makes a great Christmas gift or stocking stuffer for children, parents, grandparents, and teachers Screen-free family time during the cold winter months and holiday season