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The Legend of the Candy Cane, Newly Illustrated Edition: The Inspirational Story of Our Favorite Christmas Candy Hardcover – Picture Book, September 23, 2012

by Lori Walburg (Author), Richard Cowdrey (Illustrator)
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An endearing and timeless Christmas story, The Legend of the Candy Cane focuses on the true joy of the holiday season. With over 500,000 copies sold, this edition of the holiday classic by Lori Walberg features vibrant illustrations by New York Times bestselling illustration Richard Cowdrey.

On a dark November night, a man arrives in a small town. While the townspeople are curious about who he is, and what he brings, only Lucy is brave enough to offer him her help. As she unpacks candy jars and sweets, he tells her the story of the candy cane and its origin.

The Legend of the Candy Cane:

  • Is perfect for children ages 4-8, or those young at heart
  • Features adorable illustrations by Richard Cowdrey
  • Reminds readers of the importance of Jesus as it explains the Christian symbolism behind candy canes
  • Makes a great Christmas time read aloud or bedtime story
  • Is a wonderful gift for the holidays, Advent, or Christmas
  • Shares the joy of giving back to others, and the Miracle of Christmas
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  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
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    Preschool and up
  5. Dimensions
    9.35 x 0.55 x 11.15 inches
  6. Publisher
    Zonderkidz
  7. Publication date
    September 23, 2012
  8. ISBN-10
    0310730120
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0310730125
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Introduce little ones to a best-selling story in The Legend of the Candy Cane Board Book. Adapted from the original book just for children ages 4 and under, the youngest child can now discover an inspiring story of hope that reveals the Christian symbolism of a favorite Christmas candy---the candy cane.

About the Author

Lori Walburg is a freelance editor, a writer for the NIrV Kid's Devotional Bible, and the author of The Legend of the Easter Egg. She lives with her family in Grand Rapids, Michigan.



Richard Cowdrey's favorite things to draw and paint are the things that reflect the awesomeness of God and his creation. From vast landscapes to the littlest bug on a leaf, Richard marvels at the beauty in the details. Richard's bestselling children's books include Fiona the Hippo, Legend of the Candy Cane, Bad Dog, Marley and A Very Marley Christmas.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Zonderkidz; Anniversary edition (September 23, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0310730120
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0310730125
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years, from customers
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.08 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.35 x 0.55 x 11.15 inches
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    Lori Walburg attended Dordt College and graduated from Calvin College and the University of Iowa.  Lori is the author of the bestselling The Legend of the Candy Cane and The Legend of the Easter Egg.  She lives with her husband and two children in her hometown of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

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    James Bernardin graduated from the Art Center College of Designing Pasadena, California, and was awarded a Certificate of Merit from the Society of Illustrators. In addition to the best-selling The Legend of the Candy Cane, other books he has illustrated include The Legend of the Easter Egg. He lives with his family in Southern California.

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    My interest in writing began in childhood, and I have been writing professionally for almost twenty years. I began as a photojournalist and published over 200 newspaper and magazine articles and photos for various magazines and newspapers. I've authored my own children's books and edited over two hundred trade, children's, and curriculum books for publishers including Zondervan, Thomas Nelson, and Harcourt. I've felt privileged to edit books for authors such as Ann Graham Lotz, Naomi Judd, John Hagee, Charles Swindoll, Bill Gaither, Sheila Walsh, Mary Manz Simon, Sigmund Brouwer, Tammy Trent, and Rick Osborn. I am a past member of the editorial board for "Michigan Learning" and "Wonder Years" magazines. I have also taught grades 1 to 12 in public and private schools.

    My best achievement is that I contributed to raising three children who have become fascinating adults. My husband, John, and I love to pray and fellowship with friends and family. We also garden, listen to jazz, hike, and golf. My favorite activity is listening and talking to people who love to hear and tell stories, no matter how old or young they are.

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Mary Prunchak
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful cover and illustrations
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2024
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I purchased two copies as gifts this Christmas. Perfect for four or five year readers and up I think. Beautiful cover. Would order again as gifts in the future.
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Marlene W
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story
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I love the story and the illustrations are gorgeous.
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Teresa Greene
5.0 out of 5 stars we loved it
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perfect story for telling little ones
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Hai and Terrie
5.0 out of 5 stars I learned something
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great read for the family during Christmas. stories about how the candy cane came to be and what the meanings are. pictures are beautiful and colorful. easy read with large font.
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Matt C.
5.0 out of 5 stars A nice piece of fiction that points to the cross.
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2013
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Although this book is fiction, it brings to the front of the Christmas story the reason Jesus came to earth. Our Ransome. I was a little dismayed at some of the comments I've seen here concerning this book. And to address those fears.... Yes, this is a fictional story, it does give historical accounting in a short few paragraphs after the story. Is Santa a fictional "story"? Within the "The Legend of the Candy Cane", the true story of Gods love for us is presented. Some have mentioned the "graphic illustrations" of Jesus being beaten. By no means are they "graphic" and are a great way to bring up discussion points with children on suffering, and what Jesus endured for us on the cross. I am a dad of three small children, and have fostered over a dozen more. The age range this is geared for, I'm guessing 4-12 are perfectly able to understand "aligories" in their own way. And again offer teaching moments. This is just an additional tool to help guid children to the real meaning of Christmas, as opposed to the Santa, Rudolph, and Frosty themes, which are fine and good by themselves, being a part of our culture, have nothing to do with the birth of Jesus our saviour. Which if you didn't know, is what Christmas is about.
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RobertaL
5.0 out of 5 stars Illustration and story are amazing
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2023
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This is such a beautiful heartwarming story and I absolutely love the illustration. Great little book!!
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MrsKinsey
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice story with lovely illustrations
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This is a lovely book with a sweet story (pun not intended). My almost-5-year-old daughter enjoyed it. I read the reviews before purchasing and was concerned about the negative reviews in regards to the illustration of Jesus being whipped. This was not a graphic picture at all. (One can see far more disturbing images on television.) My daughter is very familiar with how Jesus died on the cross and shed His blood to wash away our sins, and neither the illustration nor the story disturbed her at all. I really liked how the story linked candy canes with Jesus. I don't care if this was a historically-correct story or not. The book doesn't claim to based on historical fact. The back of the book even says, "While we may never know the full history of the candy cane, we can share in the truth behind its symbol, the truth of Christ's birth and redemption, and the gift of his love." It's a good story for children that provides a nice way to remind children of why Jesus was born here on earth.

I ordered this book on 12/10 and received it 12/23. I was a little disappointed in how long it took to get here, but at least it did come before Christmas.
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Taylor Ronne
5.0 out of 5 stars Great kids and family book
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2023
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Our kids 4&3 loved to read this book. They wanted it read every night. We loved how it tied the candy cane back to the true meaning of Christmas
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5.0 out of 5 stars The legend of the candy cane.
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Wonderful story with amazing illustrations!
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Nikki Seiler
5.0 out of 5 stars A Christmas story must!
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Beautiful hard cover book with fantastic pictures
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Cherrie Welsby
5.0 out of 5 stars christmas morning
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 11, 2014
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I read this story in church on Christmas morning and it was lovely. The children listened so well and we all enjoyed it. At the end the children all had candy canes to take home..
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JLL
5.0 out of 5 stars One of my favourite Christmas stories
Reviewed in Canada on December 9, 2023
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This book was not easy to find so I was thrilled when I came across it for my grandchildren.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Christmas book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 6, 2014
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Great story, used it for teaching. What a fantastic resource to use for the candy canes story. A must. Buy it
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