Books like Candy soup! by Wendy Wax
When Kimi falls sick, her parents restrict her Halloween feast to healthy food, preventing her from enjoying the usual treatment. Determined to help, her brother Chuckie invents a clever plan that lets Kimi share a little candy with her friends. The story follows the siblings as they navigate health, family rules, and the spirit of Halloween.
Through Kimi’s illness and the thoughtful support of her brother, the book touches on sibling bonds, health limits, and holiday traditions in a child‑friendly narrative.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Wendy Wax
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