The Little Toymaker

By Cat Min

A young toymaker must rediscover a lost treasure for an elderly woman.

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48 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In a world where toys are crafted for the elderly, a young toymaker faces a unique challenge. An old woman brings him a cherished candy tin from her childhood, hoping for a magical transformation. But what she truly desires is something lost to time. With his skills and empathy, the toymaker embarks on a heartfelt quest to restore her forgotten joy. Can he uncover the past and bring happiness to her heart? Discover a touching tale of magic and memory, perfect for sharing across generations.

From the publisher

We all know about the guy in the red suit at the North Pole. But what if the world’s toymaker was a little boy? From the author and illustrator of Shy Willow comes the adorable little Toymaker, who makes wonderful toys… not for children, but for their grandparents and other older folk. (People often forget that they, too, like toys!) But it isn’t always easy. One morning, an old woman brings the little Toymaker a candy tin she played with as a girl. The little Toymaker takes the tin and TA-DA! comes back with a sparkling new toy for the old lady. But it seems that what she truly wants was lost a long time ago. And it will take all the Toymaker’s skill, magic, and empathy to bring it back for her. A new holiday classic for a new generation, The Little Toymaker is the perfect story to share between generations young and old(er).

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