The Birthday Fairy: Presented by the Department of Sunshine

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Every birthday begins with a little magic. While children sleep soundly in their beds, Penelope J. MorningStar — better known as Penny, The Birthday Fairy — quietly gets to work on their birthday eve. With a satchel full of colorful balloons, a heart full of joy, and a little help from the Department of Sunshine, Penny travels through the night creating magical birthday surprises for children everywhere. But being a birthday fairy isn’t always easy. Between squeaky toys, sleepy pets, and tricky balloon deliveries, Penny must work carefully to make sure every surprise is waiting by morning. Filled with wonder, imagination, gratitude, and heartwarming illustrations, The Birthday Fairy is a magical bedtime story that celebrates the joy, kindness, and wonder shared by all children everywhere — reminding readers that every child deserves to feel celebrated, loved, and seen on their special day.

Is The Birthday Fairy: Presented by the Department of Sunshine appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 4 and up.

A gentle, whimsical picture book about a birthday fairy who delivers surprises to sleeping children. Contains only mild obstacles (squeaky toys, sleepy pets) with no scary content, perfect for bedtime reading.

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