The Tomten
This classic story of the Tomten’s nocturnal visits to all of the residents of wintry farm has been reminding children of the promise of spring for decades.<br>  <br><b> “The friendly troll Tomten will be a welcome visitor. . . . Highly recommended.â€â€”<i>School Library Journal</i> (starred review)<br>  <br> “Wiberg’s lovely, full-color paintings convey the hushed atmosphere of night in the Swedish countryside and also the sweet charms of the Tomten. . . . The gentle story with its eye-filling scenes is an apt choice for a bedtime read-aloud.â€â€”<i>Publishers Weekly</i><br>  <br> “A picture book of rare distinction.â€â€”<i>The Chicago Tribune</i><br>  <br> An ALA Notable Book<br> A <i>Parents’ Choice</i> Paperback Award Winner</b>