"Twas a snowy night before Christmas" . . . and, grateful for a family's kindness, an intriguing visitor weaves a series of seven "yarns" which brings to light the many and varied themes of Christmas. In a holiday season hungry for traditional and new Christmas stories, thie elegantly illustrated book provides fresh insights into the ancient meaning of Christmas. Full color.
Seven freshly creative tales that bring to light the many and varied themes of Christmas. Nineteen strikingly beautiful full-color paintings and numerous pen and ink sketches grace this classic volume that you and your family will enjoy for years to come.
Seven freshly creative tales that bring to light the many and varied themes of Christmas. Nineteen strikingly beautiful full-color paintings and numerous pen and ink sketches grace this classic volume that you and your family will enjoy for years to come.
Al Rosen starts to do favors for his Christian friends and neighbors on Christmas eve and day, starting a tradition of the Christmas Mitzvah, a kind deed that helps out others.
Celebrate 20 years of nightmares with this picturebook version of the classic film, written and drawn by Tim Burton and now featuring word-for-word narration by Christopher Lee! In this beloved picture book that could only come from the visionary mind of author and illustrator TIM BURTON, we meet Jack Skellington-- a well-intentioned inhabitant of Halloweenland. Jack is bored of ''''the scaring, the terror, the fright....tired of being something that goes bump in the night''''. And so, in an effort to bring to joy to his town, Jack kidnaps Santa and takes his place as the jolly old elf. But instead of bringing joy to the world Jack, who is a little more than a grinning skeleton, brings fear by delivering creepy toys and riding a sleigh carried by skeletal reindeer. Only through a number of things going horribly wrong does Jack learn the true meaning of Christmas.
A lonely boy in snowy hill country at Christmas meets a "locked-out fairy" who introduces him to equally lonely neighbors and each tells him a unique story of the Christmas season.
The bestselling star of No, David! turns Christmas traditions upside down with laugh-aloud humor. Readers of all ages will vividly remember trying to peek at hidden gift packages; writing scrolls of wish lists to Santa; and struggling to behave at formal Christmas dinner parties. Always in the background, we know Santa Claus is watching, soon to decide if David deserves a shiny new fire truck or a lump of coal under the tree. From playing with delicate ornaments to standing in an endlessly long line for Santa, here are common Christmas activities--but with David's naughty trimmings. A surefire hit that is destined to be an annual classic.
Strength is not always in the physical presence but in the love and understanding of others. This story is a fresh look at the true meaning of the Christmas season, as told through the eyes of ol’ Mr. Moose as he patiently awaits Santa’s arrival. Disaster strikes, but Santa, his reindeer, and the forest animals join with Mr. Moose to create a magical scene that gets Christmas back on track! This heartwarming tale is sure to bring back the tradition of the Christmas Eve bedtime story.
Little ones are sure to find comfort that God is always with them in this charming holiday-themed book in a brand-new series by bestselling author Amy Parker. God Is With Us provides young children with the comfort of knowing God is never far away in this charming, sweet, and heartfelt book. With warm, rhyming verse, bestselling author Amy Parker reassures young hearts by introducing them to the awesome characteristics of an Almighty God. With a soft-focus on Christmas, Parker's book offers reminders of how God is present during this very special season while also hinting that He's close by year-round. Part of a series, God Is With Us is sure to be read and cherished all year long.
"Christmas Eve and Christmas Day" is a classic holiday book written by Edward Everett Hale. The book is a collection of five heartwarming Christmas stories that capture the essence of the holiday season. Each story showcases the true meaning of Christmas and the joy that comes from giving and helping others. The first story in the book, "Christmas Waits in Boston," tells the tale of a young boy who learns the importance of kindness and generosity when he helps a poor family in need. The second story, "The Story of the Wreck of the 'Grosvenor'," is a gripping tale of survival and hope that takes place on Christmas Eve. The third story, "Christmas in the Alley," is a heartwarming story about a group of children who come together to make the holiday special for a family in need. The final two stories in the book, "A New England Christmas" and "The Christmas Angel," are both touching tales of love, hope, and redemption. Overall, "Christmas Eve and Christmas Day" is a wonderful book that captures the spirit of the holiday season and reminds us of the importance of generosity, kindness, and love.
