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The Candies' Last Stand: A Delightfully Funny & Sweet Holiday Tale for Kids Aged 6-9 Kindle Edition

by Rachael Tarfman-Perez (Author), Sangi Parvin (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
5.0 out of 5 stars 52 ratings

Welcome to The Candies' Last Stand, a delicious, fun-filled, humorous holiday story set in a kindergarten classroom, where a holiday party takes a magical turn when the candies decide they are not ready to be eaten!

Mrs. Thompson's class is gearing up for a sweet celebration, but the candies have other plans. These magical treats refuse to be anyone’s snack and are ready to stage a hilarious escape! As the candies cause chaos in the classroom, the kids, teacher, and even the parents are left wondering how to stop the sugary rebellion.

Readers of all ages will love following the unpredictable antics of the candy, but that’s not all! Along with the story, you’ll meet the quirky characters on a special "Meet the Characters" page, enjoy fun activity pages, and learn some fascinating candy facts in a bonus section at the end of the book. It’s a holiday adventure that mixes magic, mischief, and lots of laughs.

Join in the fun and find out how this candy showdown ends! Get your copy of The Candies' Last Stand today for a story packed with action, activities, and holiday magic!

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40 Pages
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  1. Reading age
    5 - 10 years
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    42 pages
  3. Language
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    October 28, 2024
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DLFFNS6X
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 28, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 8.5 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 42 pages
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  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 10 years
  • Customer Reviews:
    5.0 out of 5 stars 52 ratings

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Rachael Tarfman-Perez

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Rachael Tarfman-Perez lives in California and is an author & digital content creator. She has written 3 children's picture books (Gia Toddler -Preschool Book Series) and has created a fantastic gift book for moms titled, "I Love Mom: A Beautiful Gift for Mothers to Treasure." Rachael has also created video content on TikTok and YouTube with educational videos for young children and their families and videos supporting parents & authors. She is a mother of four, which is what inspired her to create books. She has a Master’s of Arts degree in counseling psychology as a licensed marriage & family therapist. Rachael's training has helped her provide a different perspective on children and family relationships. She utilizes her professional experience, along with her parental experience, to develop ideas and material for her children’s and quote collection books.

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Customers find this holiday book fun for children aged 6-9, with colorful illustrations that bring the story to life. They appreciate the creative writing, with one customer noting the author's great imagination.

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16 customers mention "Fun story"16 positive0 negative

Customers find this holiday book fun, with children and parents alike enjoying it, and one customer mentions it's particularly enjoyable for gingerbread house making activities.

"...The illustrations are bright and beautiful and the storyline is fun and festive. I liked the interactive pages at the end of the story...." Read more

"...The author has a great imagination. It's a fun story." Read more

"What a delightful holiday Candy story! Bright and colorful you can’t help but smile while reading this story...." Read more

"This story highlights the revolt and escape of festive candies who were set up for a kindergarten holiday party...." Read more

4 customers mention "Color scheme"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's colorful illustrations, with one customer noting how they effectively bring the story to life.

"...The illustrations are bright and beautiful and the storyline is fun and festive. I liked the interactive pages at the end of the story...." Read more

"What a delightful holiday Candy story! Bright and colorful you can’t help but smile while reading this story...." Read more

"...Turn the vibrant, colorfully illustrated pages to see how the candylicious showdown ends! This book is magically delicious!" Read more

"...The illustrations really bring the story and chaos of the candies to life, lol. It's definitely a must-read with the kiddos for the holidays!" Read more

3 customers mention "Creativity"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the creativity of the book, with one noting the author's great imagination and another mentioning it as a good writing prompt.

"...It opens the discussion between parent and child. The author has a great imagination. It's a fun story." Read more

"...It has a surprise ending, which would make a good creative writing prompt!" Read more

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Top reviews from the United States

  • Laura Bowles
    5.0 out of 5 stars Adorable and Creative
    Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2025
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    This is an adorable and creative holiday story. The illustrations are bright and beautiful and the storyline is fun and festive. I liked the interactive pages at the end of the story. So fun for kids!
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  • Kris
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Candies Have a Plan
    Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2024
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    The candies want to escape being eaten at the Christmas party. Chaos ensues, and the author leaves the story open for the reader to determine the ultimate ending for the candy. I love that! I also love the pros and cons of candy page. It opens the discussion between parent and child. The author has a great imagination. It's a fun story.
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  • 867-5309
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Candy Chaos
    Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2024
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    What a delightful holiday Candy story! Bright and colorful you can’t help but smile while reading this story. Your little one will be captured by the vibrant swirls of the candies and their cute characters.
    From Gummy Bears to ribbon candy and even peanut brittle these little characters come to life and escape to n find new adventures! Looking forward to the next book to see where they go!
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  • Sw
    5.0 out of 5 stars Holiday Mayhem
    Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2024
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    This story highlights the revolt and escape of festive candies who were set up for a kindergarten holiday party. When the kids come inside from recess mayhem ensues and the candies make a mess and jump out the window.

    We enjoyed the discussion points at the end of the book about the pros and cons of candy and what freedom means to you.
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  • Bella
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Sweet Holiday Delight
    Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2024
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    What a fun read! Readers of all ages will delight in the unpredictable antics of the candy, but the fun doesn’t stop there! Dive into a "Meet the Characters" page to get to know the quirky cast, explore engaging activity pages, and discover fascinating candy facts in a special bonus section. This holiday adventure is packed with magic, mischief, and plenty of laughs to keep you entertained from start to finish!
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  • Tia
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fun extras at the end
    Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2024
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    I read this with my 8 year old. She loved the story and we had fun answering the questions at the end of the book. She did have trouble reading some of the bigger words and I ended up taking over reading when she was frustrated. We had fun talking about candies she had never heard of and now we want to go buy some to try. Overall, this is a very fun story!
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  • BaKon Brands
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet delicious read
    Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2024
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    Mrs. Thompson's kindergarten Christmas party takes a quirky turn when the candies set out for kids to eat during the festivities decide to rebel and escape the classroom! Turn the vibrant, colorfully illustrated pages to see how the candylicious showdown ends! This book is magically delicious!
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  • Bonnie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous and Memorable
    Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2024
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    The Candies’ Last Stand was definitely a delightful story. It kept me engaged and wanting to know what was going to happen next. I laughed out loud so often, my husband was asking what I was reading. If I was reacting this way, can you imagine how a child would react. You need to get this for a child in your life.
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  • Misha fan
    5.0 out of 5 stars A must buy for holiday fun!
    Reviewed in Spain on November 7, 2024
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    My daughter loves this book! The candies get up to mischief and escape the holiday party! This book has great imagination. Its an exciting read and one that children love to hear time and time again. Highly recommended.
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  • Dukester
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Festive Fun!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 6, 2024
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    Fantastic Festive Fun!
    We really enjoyed this hilarious adventure where the candies work together to make their escape! I don’t wanna give any spoilers, but there’s a happy ending for everyone!
    There are some candy facts at the end that I particularly enjoyed -loads of info I didn’t know about candy- so now I know, I may have to lay off being so greedy with all the goodies this festive season!
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  • Tanya
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Sweet Treat for the Holidays!
    Reviewed in Canada on December 19, 2024
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    Rachael Tarfman-Perez's "The Candies' Last Stand" is a delightful holiday read that will have you cheering for the candies from start to finish! This fun-filled story takes a unique twist, as a band of courageous candies make a daring escape from their fate of being eaten at a classroom holiday party.

    What makes this book truly special is its inclusive representation of both Christmas and Hanukkah. The seamless intertwining of these two holidays is refreshing and adds a wonderful layer of depth to the story.

    The vibrant illustrations bring these little candies to life as they embark on their quest for freedom. Young readers will be captivated by the colorful visuals and the candies' mischievous antics.

    "The Candies' Last Stand" also includes engaging activity sheets that encourage children to think critically about the story, reflect on their own holiday traditions, and explore the meaning of Christmas.

    "The Candies' Last Stand" is a must-read for the holiday season. It's a sweet, funny, and heartwarming story that celebrates the spirit of the holidays while promoting inclusivity and encouraging imaginative thinking. Highly recommended!
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  • Vivian
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet and entertaining read
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on January 13, 2025
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    The Candies' Last Stand by Rachael Tarfman-Perez is a fun holiday story for kids aged 6-9. When the candies in a kindergarten classroom refuse to be eaten, Brave Jelly Bear steps up to lead the candies in causing chaos during a holiday party, resulting in a hilarious, sugar-filled rebellion for freedom. With its playful antics, sweet characters, and bonus activities, this book is sure to provide plenty of laughs and holiday magic.
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  • Adrita Goswami
    5.0 out of 5 stars Delightfully delicious!
    Reviewed in India on November 1, 2024
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    I really enjoyed reading this delightful holiday picture book. The story is skillfully crafted with loveable characters and a great message. The bonus pages add greatly to the book. Highly recommended!
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