Publisher's Synopsis
Let your imagination take you to a tiny town nestled in the mountains of Pennsylvania, a special place where winter brought with it snow days from school and multitudes of visitors to the ski resorts nearby. During this whimsical time, the streets were safe, friends were many, and life was tranquil. In this story, you'll read how Meggie learns the meaning of true beauty--both inside and out. Hey, Toothpick will help children learn how to be kind and love everyone including themselves.
Although a magical place, it is not without a problem for Meggie. One person in her town causes her to dislike her appearance. Almost everyone treated her with kindness and love, except for one certain boy. He wasn't a bad boy, not at all. He just had one bad habit--he always called Meggie an unkind name. Meggie learns it's important to treat everyone as she would want them to treat her--even if they aren't nice to her in return. The message of this story will enable children to see their worth and build self-esteem. And, as Meggie found, treating others with kindness can cause them to change and become kind too.
The vibrant illustrations in this book enhance each page, and the story teaches life values and biblical principles. Children will journey through this almost magical time while reading with their favorite adults at their side and together tuck this special place in their hearts forever.
Hey, Toothpick will teach children to be kind, love others, build self-esteem, and imagine great things for their lives. But most of all, they will learn God loves them, and they are His masterpiece--a work of art.
