Bestselling artist Sylvia Long brings the holidays to life in this beautifully illustrated edition of a beloved Christmas carol. Readers will delight in singing along with the familiar lyrics celebrating the joys of the seasondecorating the mantel, singing carols and sharing quiet moments with family. A wonderful gift, this lively carol and the rich details of Sylvia Long's illustrations combine perfectly to evoke the magic and warmth of this favorite time of year. View More...
Another in our series on mythic figures, using old pictures to discover something of their natures. We have had a great success with this book's predecessors - The Truth About Easter Rabbits, Snow-People and Jack-o-Lanterns. We now turn to the most elusive and ancient of them all - Santa Claus. We have assembled from our library hundreds of pictures of Santa, and then deduced from this material much about him. We speculate on his home, his family, his workship, his means of transport, his enthusiasms, his encounters with children and even his activities outside of the Christmas season. We incl... View More...
Bells jingle, sleds dash through the snow, trees are topped with sparkling stars, and children everywhere dream of candy canes and presents. But the best gift of all-the most magical gift of the season-is when we spend Christmas with those we love.
Once again, this New York Times-bestselling author and artist has created a special, beautiful book that families will want to share year after year. (And readers will want to look for the Spirit of Christmas image that Nancy Tillman has hidden on every page ) View More...
What was Santa like as a kid? Award-winning author/illustrator Jon Agee brings us the funny, playful answer in this Christmas picture book--now available as a board book. Little Santa loves the North Pole. The rest of his family? Not so much. So, when they decide to move to Florida, Santa is miserable. Lucky for him, a blizzard foils their plans. The only way out of the house is up the chimney. Up goes Santa, to look for help, and along the way, he meets a reindeer and a large group of elves, who are more than eager to join in the rescue With the sly humor of Jon Klassen and the read-aloud p... View More...
A delightfully devious Christmas story from beloved librarian Betsy Bird and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat.Freddy Melcher is Santa's #1 Fan. He has Santa posters, Santa action figures, and even Santa underwear. But there is one prize Freddy desperately wants: A photograph taken with Santa, fresh out of the chimney. Oh, is it risky It's awfully hard to sneak anything by someone who can see you when you're sleeping and knows when you're awake. That's why Freddy has been extra good this year . . . at hiding his plans. Will Freddy get away with his delightfully devious scheme to outwit Santa Clau... View More...
Celebrate Hanukkah with Clifford and Emily Elizabeth Clifford and Emily Elizabeth are celebrating their first Hanukkah. They love hearing the story of Hanukkah, eating latkes (fried potato pancakes) and sufganiyot (fried jelly donuts), and playing dreidel. After dinner, Clifford and Emily Elizabeth take a trip into town to see the giant menorah. But when they get there, they discover that one light is broken. It's too late in the evening to call a handyman, but maybe Clifford is big enough to help save Hanukkah Featuring a full page of stickers View More...
Way out west in Cactus county lived a horse named Calico. She wasn't very pretty, but she was smart and could run like greased lightning. When villain Stewy Stinker threatens to hold up Santa Claus on Christmas Eve, will Calico the Wonder Horse be able to save the day? This gift edition celebrates the 75th Anniversary of this classic tale by Caldecott medalist Virginia Lee Burton, the author of Mike Mulligan and the Steam Shovel. With an updated cover, it's the perfect holiday present for children of all ages. View More...
The bear cubs awake from their deep winter slumber. What can it be? they cry, breathless with wonder. Where has the mysterious start come from? What can it be? The animals follow the star through the pages of this magical story to find a very special surprise at the end. This beautifully illustrated picture book has a foiled star die-cut throughout with a blaze of twinkling lights on the last page. View More...
Celebrate Chanukah with The Very Hungry Caterpillar Light the menorah, spin the dreidel, sing songs, and so much more in this sweet board book This festive counting story makes for a fine holiday gift for fans of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, all while introducing young readers to the wonderful traditions of Chanukah. View More...
A mini edition of this delightful collection of traditional Irish legends including much-loved favorites such as 'Oisin', 'The Brown Bull of Cooley' and 'The Giant from Scotland'. Six beautifully illustrated legends, simply retold for children of all ages to enjoy and remember. Other books by Yvonne Carroll Beginner's Irish Dictionary Irish Legends for Children Irish Legends for Children - Mini Leprechaun Tales The Little Leprechaun Library The Very Little Leprechaun Tale View More...
This charming and wonderfully illustrated book brings to life six traditional Irish Leprechaun tales. The stories tell of mischievous leprechauns and inquisitive people, of cobblers, pots of gold and fairy rings. It is popular with young and old alike. Other books by Yvonne Carroll Beginner's Irish Dictionary Great Irish Legends for Children Irish Legends for Children Irish Legends for Children - Mini The Little Leprechaun Library The Very Little Leprechaun Tale View More...
Boys and girls can make October 31 the spookiest and most festive ever with this craft book filled with Halloween fun. Easy-to-follow directions and full-color photographs show young craft makers how to create frightfully funny decorations, pumpkins, gifts, masks, costumes, and so much more. All of the crafts are made of recyclable materials and everyday items found around the house. View More...
A modern Thanksgiving classic about an immigrant girl who comes to identify with the story of the Pilgrims, as she seeks religious freedom and a home in a new land. As Molly nears her first Thanksgiving in the New World, she doesn't find much to be thankful for. Her classmates giggle at her Yiddish accent and make fun of her unfamiliarity with American ways.Molly's embarrassed when her mother helps with a class Thanksgiving project by making a little doll that looks more like a Russian refugee than a New England Pilgrim. But the tiny modern-day pilgrim just might help Molly to find a place for... View More...
Inspired by a 1932 Walt Disney Silly Symphony animated short, the Santa's Toy Shop Little Golden Book was originally published in 1950. In this delightful story, Santa wants time to play with all the wonderful toys he and the elves have made, but he's just too busy--until Mrs. Claus gives him an idea Disney animator Al Dempster and the Walt Disney Studio artists created a holiday classic we are proud to reissue as a Little Golden Book--for the first time in over 20 years. Great for kids 2 to 5 and collectors of all ages View More...
