The Sparkle Box - Jill Hardie

The story is told of Sam who is excited about Christmas and about the parties, the food, and the presents. But one gift in particular has piqued his curiosity – a sparkling box on the mantel. His parents tell him that the Sparkle box is a special gift they will open together. You can find the rest of the story in The Sparkle Box which is a children’s book endearingly written by Jill Hardie and beautifully illustrated by Christine Kornacki. It is a story that you can read to your children that will shed light on the true meaning of Christmas. Jill Hardie and her family began placing a gift for Jesus under their Christmas tree as a way to highlight the true meaning of the season. The first time they opened His gift, the commercialism of the season disappeared. She hopes her book; The Sparkle Box will spark a new Christmas tradition and point her readers to the true meaning of Christmas.