Star in the Jar

A warm-hearted and enchanting bedtime story that celebrates the rewards of true friendship.

What would you do with a fallen star?

When a little boy stumbles across a lost star, he decides to take care of it, putting it in a jar and carrying it with him everywhere. But when the sky calls out for its missing star, can the little boy and his sister figure out a way to return the star to its friends in the sky…even if it means saying goodbye forever?

Praise for Star in the Jar:

"A cheery, warm-hearted tale, beautifully told."—The Guardian

"I love this cheery tale of two siblings who learn the lesson that when you love something, you sometimes have to let it go."—Angela Redden, Reading Rock Books (Dickson, TN)

"Hay carefully keeps an even tone, never letting the whimsy descend into treacle and always maintaining a sense of wonder. Massini's lively and imaginative illustrations beautifully complement and enhance the text, providing additional insights into the children's activities and emotions... Tender and loving."—Kirkus Reviews