What is most important is that I hope you were inspirited by the story. There is way too much negativity in the air these days, and it is my hope and prayer that the story spoke to you in a positive way. If every day were like Christmas, “what a wonderful world this would be!” Imagine Our once homeless people have jobs and a place to live. Our veterans and elderly are being cared for as they should be. Our streets and schools would be safe for all children. Our world is at peace. “Let there be peace on Earth, and let it begin with me.”
Janis is the "Queen" of Christmas. In her world it would be Christmas everyday of the year. Not for the gifts that are given and received but for the love of family and friends. The togetherness. The food, smells, decorations, carols, movies and the books. The JOY of the Christmas season. This little book is a quick read but you will find it packed with inspiration and the sense of community as the little town comes together to revive their dying area. Are YOU one of those people in town? If not, you may find yourself wishing that you were.... This was not written from an experience but out of the imagination after driving through a town much like Franklin. It was the sadness of seeing boarded up store fronts and a shopping mall with very few cars in it in area with rich farmand and glorious sunsets. The image was real and put on the "shelf" for sometime. It was taken off that shelf at Christmas as Janis sat by the light of the Christmas tree and meditated. The house was quiet and the thoughts swirling in her head had to be put on paper. Franklin is a made up town, but if you happen upon a town called Franklin you may want to take time to explore. Just maybe there is a real story in that town, just waiting to be discovered.
The day before Christmas, everyone in Jose's neighborhood seems grumpy, including his mother who is homesick for Puerto Rico, but when he and his parents return from the pizzeria where they borrowed an oven to cook their roast, the heavenly aroma reminds those they pass of all they have to celebrate.
"Brad and Sherry Hansen Steiger are two of my favorite people. Their wonderful book Christmas Miracles is a treasury of uplifting stories that demonstrates the wonders that can and do accompany our lives." —Shirley MacLaine, Academy Award-winning actress and author The promise that miracles can happen is never more certain than during the holiday season, when it really does seem that your dreams and wishes can come true. From a guardian angel who finds a desperately needed job for a man whose wife is about to give birth right before Christmas to pair of grieving parents who receive a warm Christmas message from their recently departed son, these incredible-but-true, larger-than-life miracles celebrate the wondrous joys of this special time of year. Because the first Christmas—and every one since—is a miracle.
Franklin and his friends have agreed to donate a gently used toy to the Christmas Toy Firve. Franklin is eager to choose the perfect gift, but as he looks through his toys, they all seem too special to give up.
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It's nearly Christmas, but the adults in Woodland are too busy buying presents, putting up their trees and decorating to have any time for holiday fun. This gives Franklin the turtle an idea. ?What if we go caroling?? he says to his friends. ?I bet that would get everyone into the Christmas spirit!? At first, they all agree it's a great plan. But when caroling time comes, Franklin and Snail are the only two who show up in the town square. Though he's disappointed, Franklin bravely begins singing all by himself, with Snail accompanying him on the harmonica. Slowly, people start to gather around. Soon they begin caroling, too. And before long, thanks to Franklin, everyone in town has found the holiday spirit! Based on the popular Franklin and Friends 3D-animated television program, this book highlights what a wonderful role model the beloved turtle Franklin can be. Here he shows young children that, even though they're small, they can still make a difference in their own communities. It also teaches them how, when things don't go according to plan, if you trust in yourself and follow your heart, you're sure to end up doing the right thing. This title would be a perfect choice for a read-aloud during the holiday season, and could launch a discussion of what ?holiday spirit? means and how children can help foster it. It would also work beautifully for a character education lesson on caring, courage or initiative.
Welcome to the charming town of Lost River – and an enchanting and unforgettable Christmas... When Oswald moves to the sleepy little town of Lost River he’s not expecting to make friends - but one by one the eccentric inhabitants win his heart. There’s his landlady Betty who’s a force to be reckoned with, Roy who runs the local store and secretly nurses a broken heart, Patsy the little abandoned girl he takes under his wing and, most importantly, Jack the redbird who brings the sort of miracle that can only happen at Christmas... 'A wonderful book ...oozing with goodness and charm... Absurdly satisfying' Guardian 'A born storyteller' New York Times
