About the Story
Jingles and the Secret Spark
A story about joy, mischief, and loving who you are — sparkle and all.
Jingles is a not-so-ordinary elf at the North Pole who’s bursting with energy, imagination, and sparkle. She spins and twirls, giggles and whirls. She’s happy and noisy, but is she too much for the other elves? Does she have too much energy? Too much sparkle? Jingles does not let that stop her from being herself.
One day Jingles decides Santa’s reindeer deserve a sweet reward for training so hard before Christmas. She teams up with her two best friends and they make a plan to sneak something tasty and magical to the reindeer. The three work together to give the reindeer a special treat, but in their enthusiasm, they add too much magic, and the result is a glittery disaster!
Perfect for children ages 4–8, this heartwarming story is ideal for reading together or for emerging readers beginning to read independently.
Keep the Magic Going
The fun continues after the story with an engaging Activity Corner at the end of the story designed to spark imagination, encourage playful learning, and celebrate every child’s unique “spark.” Perfect for story-time follow-ups, classroom connections, or cozy moments together at home.
Marlene Lane
Marlene Lane holds a Bachelor of Elementary Education, and she has more than ten years’ experience in the classroom. She is passionate about creating stories that encourage children to be confident in who they are. Now retired, Marlene loves gardening, going to the gym, and spending time at her cabin. She lives in Sherwood Park, Alberta, with her spouse and their cat named Sweetpea.
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