Christmas

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Publisher : Univ of California Press
ISBN 13 : 0520933729
Total Pages : 198 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (29 download)

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Book Synopsis Christmas by : Bruce David Forbes

Download or read book Christmas written by Bruce David Forbes and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2007-10-10 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written for everyone who loves and is simultaneously driven crazy by the holiday season, Christmas: A Candid History provides an enlightening, entertaining perspective on how the annual Yuletide celebration got to be what it is today. In a fascinating, concise tour through history, the book tells the story of Christmas—from its pre-Christian roots, through the birth of Jesus, to the holiday's spread across Europe into the Americas and beyond, and to its mind-boggling transformation through modern consumerism. Packed with intriguing stories, based on research into myriad sources, full of insights, the book explores the historical origins of traditions including Santa, the reindeer, gift giving, the Christmas tree, Christmas songs and movies, and more. The book also offers some provocative ideas for reclaiming the joy and meaning of this beloved, yet often frustrating, season amid the pressures of our fast-paced consumer culture. DID YOU KNOW For three centuries Christians did not celebrate Christmas? Puritans in England and New England made Christmas observances illegal? St. Nicholas is an elf in the famous poem "The Night Before Christmas"? President Franklin Roosevelt changed the dateof Thanksgiving in order to lengthen the Christmas shopping season? Coca-Cola helped fashion Santa Claus's look in an advertising campaign?

Mother Bruce

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Publisher : Disney Electronic Content
ISBN 13 : 1368041043
Total Pages : 44 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (68 download)

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Book Synopsis Mother Bruce by : Ryan T. Higgins

Download or read book Mother Bruce written by Ryan T. Higgins and published by Disney Electronic Content. This book was released on 2018-05-08 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bruce the bear likes to keep to himself. That, and eat eggs. But when his hard-boiled goose eggs turn out to be real, live goslings, he starts to lose his appetite. And even worse, the goslings are convinced he's their mother. Bruce tries to get the geese to go south, but he can't seem to rid himself of his new companions. What's a bear to do?

A Christmas Story for Bruce

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ISBN 13 : 9781975747077
Total Pages : 42 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (47 download)

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Book Synopsis A Christmas Story for Bruce by : Suzanne Marshall

Download or read book A Christmas Story for Bruce written by Suzanne Marshall and published by . This book was released on 2017-08-25 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This version of a Christmas Story is personalized for any child named BRUCE. Give BRUCE a Christmas present with joy and meaning! In A Christmas Story, BRUCE is the star of the story and saves Christmas! A Christmas Story features fun rhymes, adorable animals, colorful illustrations and a cameo by Santa Claus! A Christmas Story is one our Christmas stories for kids; Christmas presents for kids; and personalized kids books. BONUS: 12 coloring pages at the end of A Christmas Story. If you want a DIFFERENT NAME, do not buy this book. Instead, go to LiveWellMedia.com to order this book with the name you want. Reviews for Personalized Kids Books and Coloring Books by Suzanne Marshall This is one of the loveliest individualized children's book. Wonderful illustrations!! ~ K Goss My daughter LOVED this book as well as myself too! ~ SC A BEDTIME STORY is amazing. I found this book personalized for Addison as a last minute Christmas gift. She loves it, day and night. A BEDTIME STORY is wonderfully made & our grandchild loves it! We love it too! Plan on ordering more. Thank you sooo much! Lucien takes A BEDTIME STORY everywhere as if it is a teddy bear! ~ Sheila I received A BEDTIME STORY today and it's beautiful. I'm a RN and I work in a NICU; the book was purchased for one of my little patients. I'm so excited to give it to the family! ~ Haleema Adorable & Uplifting! I got this book for a friend's son and they absolutely loved it! I browsed through it, and the pictures are adorable. The message is very positive. I would recommend this book to anyone, but it does make a great gift! ~ Diana Ms. Marshall has a gift for touching the hearts of her young readers, as well as those who are young at heart. ~ Leila, Luke & Sasha An amazing gift! Everyone should have this book! ~ Anny My daughter has enjoyed every moment of your book. I see her eyes light up and her heart filled with warmth and love as I read each page. ~ Ami I just read this book and loved it! Although it's written for children, anyone (young or old) can benefit from its wisdom." ~ Jay My daughter has me read this to her every single night! It is a very positive book with wonderful messages to kids! Highly recommend. ~ Sarah My 3.5 year old son received this book as a gift, but I have to say the affirmations spoke to me as well! You're never too old to be reminded that you should love yourself and celebrate all that is great about you!. ~ Stephanie This book has a warm, playful theme that kids will love, adults will feel good reading such positive affirmation for their kids to read over and over again. I highly recommend a copy for home and as a gift for loved ones! ~ Sarah This book has been effective at helping [my daughter] to build confidence in herself. ~ Amy Say "Merry Christmas" to a special child with this personalized children's book. A Christmas Story is one of many personalized kids books by Live Well Media. Give a Christmas gift to be treasured always!

Loving Bruce

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ISBN 13 : 9781790146406
Total Pages : 30 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (464 download)

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Book Synopsis Loving Bruce by : S. R. Maggs

Download or read book Loving Bruce written by S. R. Maggs and published by . This book was released on 2018-11-22 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Loving Bruce: A Christmas Story is about a boy, Tommy, who's been really, really good the whole year and can't wait to see Santa for Christmas. The night of Christmas Eve turns into a mystery when Tommy thinks he hears Santa, but instead doesn't realize what's underneath the Christmas tree! When Christmas morning comes, Tommy learns that being a good boy is more than just getting on Santa's "Nice" list.

A Dog's Perfect Christmas

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Publisher : Forge Books
ISBN 13 : 1250163579
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (51 download)

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Book Synopsis A Dog's Perfect Christmas by : W. Bruce Cameron

Download or read book A Dog's Perfect Christmas written by W. Bruce Cameron and published by Forge Books. This book was released on 2020-10-20 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perfect, feel-good holiday gift from W. Bruce Cameron, the #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the A Dog’s Purpose series The problems fracturing the Goss family as Christmas approaches are hardly unique, though perhaps they are handling them a little differently than most people might. But then a true emergency arises, one with the potential to not only ruin Christmas, but everything holding the family together. Is the arrival of a lost puppy yet another in the string of calamities facing them, or could the little canine be just what they all need? A Dog’s Perfect Christmas is a beautiful, poignant, delightful tale of what can happen when family members open their hearts to new possibilities. You’ll find love and tears and laughter—the ideal holiday read. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Bruce the Spruce: A New York City Fairytale about the True Meaning of Christmas--Trees

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Publisher : Mascot Books/Amplify
ISBN 13 : 9781645430698
Total Pages : 56 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (36 download)

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Book Synopsis Bruce the Spruce: A New York City Fairytale about the True Meaning of Christmas--Trees by : A. a. Cristi

Download or read book Bruce the Spruce: A New York City Fairytale about the True Meaning of Christmas--Trees written by A. a. Cristi and published by Mascot Books/Amplify. This book was released on 2021-11-02 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bruce the Spruce has Christmas all wrong. Thanks to his fancy decorations and adoring admirers, this artificial spruce tree doesn't just wear a star at Christmas, he is the star. But when his longtime family gets a new tree, Bruce is sent on a whirlwind adventure through New York City. From a party in Brooklyn, to a run-in with rats, to a high-speed garbage truck ride down 5th Avenue, Bruce the Spruce takes an unforgettable holiday journey to discover the true meaning of Christmas trees.

I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas

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Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0060529423
Total Pages : 42 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (65 download)

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Book Synopsis I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas by : John Rox

Download or read book I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas written by John Rox and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2005-09-27 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas is coming, and one little girl wants nothing more than a hippopotamus to play with and enjoy. But will Santa Claus and her parents make her Christmas wish come true? As shown in his best-selling titles The Night Before Christmas and Here Comes Santa Claus, no one can portray the holidays better than Bruce Whatley; and he doesit again with I Want a Hippopotamus For Christmas. The song "I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas" was written in 1950 by John Rox and became a nationwide hit in 1953 when ten-year-old Oklahoma native Gayla Peevey sang the song as a way to raise money for the Oklahoma City Zoo's first hippopotamus. In December of that year the city received Matilda the hippo for Christmas.

The Dogs of Christmas

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Publisher : Forge Books
ISBN 13 : 1429992875
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (299 download)

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Book Synopsis The Dogs of Christmas by : W. Bruce Cameron

Download or read book The Dogs of Christmas written by W. Bruce Cameron and published by Forge Books. This book was released on 2013-10-15 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A delightful Christmas gift from W. Bruce Cameron, the author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling novel A Dog's Purpose, which is now a major motion picture! While nursing a broken heart, Josh Michaels is outraged when a neighbor abandons his very pregnant dog, Lucy, at Josh's Colorado home. But Josh can't resist Lucy's soulful brown eyes, and though he's never had a dog before, he's determined to do the best he can for Lucy—and her soon-to-arrive, bound-to-be-adorable puppies. Soon in over his head, Josh calls the local animal shelter for help, and meets Kerri, a beautiful woman with a quick wit and a fierce love for animals. As Kerri teaches Josh how to care for Lucy's tiny puppies and gets them ready to be adopted through the shelter's "Dogs of Christmas" program, Josh surprises himself by falling for her. But he's fallen even harder for his new furry family, which has brought incredible joy into Josh's life. He barely has time to sit down, between chasing after adventurous Sophie and brave Oliver, but when he does, his lap is quickly filled by the affectionate Lola. And Rufus and Cody's strong bond makes Josh wonder about his own relationships with his family. With Christmas and the adoption date looming, Josh finds himself wondering if he can separate himself from his beloved puppies. At odds with Kerri, Josh isn't willing to lose her, but doesn't know how to set things right. Can a surprise litter of Christmas puppies really change one man's life? W. Bruce Cameron's The Dogs of Christmas is a charming and heartwarming holiday tale that explores the power of love, trust, and a basket full of puppies. A Dog's Purpose Series #1 A Dog’s Purpose #2 A Dog’s Journey #3 A Dog's Promise (forthcoming) Books for Young Readers Ellie's Story: A Dog’s Purpose Puppy Tale Bailey’s Story: A Dog’s Purpose Puppy Tale Molly's Story: A Dog's Purpose Puppy Tale Max's Story: A Dog’s Purpose Puppy Tale Toby's Story: A Dog's Purpose Puppy Tale (forthcoming) Shelby's Story: A Dog's Way Home Novel The Rudy McCann Series The Midnight Plan of the Repo Man Repo Madness Other Novels A Dog's Way Home The Dog Master The Dogs of Christmas Emory’s Gift At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

A Dog for Christmas

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Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 1743517246
Total Pages : 198 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (435 download)

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Book Synopsis A Dog for Christmas by : W. Bruce Cameron

Download or read book A Dog for Christmas written by W. Bruce Cameron and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2013-12-01 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While nursing a broken heart, Josh Michaels is outraged when a neighbor abandons his very pregnant dog, Lucy, at Josh's Colorado home. But Josh can't resist Lucy's soulful brown eyes, and though he's never had a dog before, he's determined to do the best he can for Lucy - and her soon-to-arrive, bound-to-be-adorable puppies. Soon in over his head, Josh calls the local animal shelter for help, and meets Kerri, a beautiful woman with a quick wit and a fierce love for animals. As Kerri teaches Josh how to care for Lucy's tiny puppies and gets them ready to be adopted through the shelter's "Dogs of Christmas" program, Josh surprises himself by falling for her. But he's fallen even harder for his new furry family, which has brought incredible joy into Josh's life. He barely has time to sit down, between chasing after adventurous Sophie and brave Oliver, but when he does, his lap is quickly filled by the affectionate Lola. And Rufus and Cody's strong bond makes Josh wonder about his own relationships with his family. With Christmas and the adoption date looming, Josh finds himself wondering if he can separate himself from his beloved puppies. At odds with Kerri, Josh isn't willing to lose her, but doesn't know how to set things right. Can a surprise litter of Christmas puppies really change one man's life?

A Die Hard Christmas

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Publisher : Insight Editions
ISBN 13 : 1608879763
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (88 download)

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Book Synopsis A Die Hard Christmas by : Doogie Horner

Download or read book A Die Hard Christmas written by Doogie Horner and published by Insight Editions. This book was released on 2017-10-24 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A delightful Christmas storybook for adults based on the action-packed Die Hard movie All John McClane wants for Christmas is to reunite with his estranged family. But when his wife’s office holiday party turns into a deadly hostage situation, he has to save her life before he can get home in time for Christmas! The unconventional fan-favorite movie Die Hard is now an illustrated storybook—complete with machine guns, European terrorists, and a cop who’s forced to rely on all his cunning and skills (and the help of a fellow officer) to save the day. Based on the classic “Night Before Christmas” poem and filled with whimsical illustrations, this cleverly reimagined homage is destined to become a holiday classic. *Contains adult material including violence and strong language. Reader discretion is advised. Ho-ho-ho.

The Bruce Swap

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Publisher : Disney Electronic Content
ISBN 13 : 1368051537
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (68 download)

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Book Synopsis The Bruce Swap by : Ryan T. Higgins

Download or read book The Bruce Swap written by Ryan T. Higgins and published by Disney Electronic Content. This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bruce is a bear who struggles with fun. When Bruce says no to fun one too many times, Nibbs, Thistle, and Rupert secretly wish Bruce was more fun. And the geese secretly wish for sandwiches. The next morning, all their wishes come true. Bruce is cheerful. Bruce is adventurous. Bruce has pizzazz . . . and a basket of sandwiches. Except Bruce is not exactly Bruce. He’s Kevin, Bruce’s fun cousin. Nobody knows that Bruce has gone fishing. Nobody knows that Kevin is coming. Nobody even knows who Kevin is. But, everyone quickly learns one thing: Kevin LOVES fun. Is it possible that too much fun is no fun at all?

Memoirs of an Elf

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Publisher : Sleeping Bear Press
ISBN 13 : 1627537759
Total Pages : 36 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (275 download)

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Book Synopsis Memoirs of an Elf by : Devin Scillian

Download or read book Memoirs of an Elf written by Devin Scillian and published by Sleeping Bear Press. This book was released on 2014-09-01 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's Christmas Eve and Spark Elf has the very important job of keeping Santa Claus on schedule as he travels the globe in 24 hours delivering presents. Small in stature with pointy ears and stopwatch in hand, Spark lets Santa know it's time to go. He programs the GPS while the other elves secure the toy bag and check the Nice list. Little known fact: We don't even bring the Naughty list with us. Six hours into the trip Santa, sleigh and crew begin to fall behind--so many cuddly doggies to pet and extra cookies to eat. The jolly group makes up time in Brazil and soon find themselves back at the North Pole. Their work is done. But wait, there's something left in the bag--but it isn't a present at all--it's a family dog! Well known fact: Santa gives things away. He does not take things! Momma Claus comes to the rescue with a plan to get the dog back to his family. Can Santa return the family's beloved pooch in time to keep their Christmas merry?

Santa's New Sleigh

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Publisher : Faber & Faber
ISBN 13 : 0571364497
Total Pages : 33 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (713 download)

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Book Synopsis Santa's New Sleigh by : Caroline Crowe

Download or read book Santa's New Sleigh written by Caroline Crowe and published by Faber & Faber. This book was released on 2021-10-12 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fabulous festive picture book from the creators of the bestselling Santa's New Beard - a perfect stocking-filler gift!Christmas Eve was here at last,The countdown clock was ticking fast . . .But yikes! When Santa turned the key(The reindeer need some help you see)The engine didn't start, it spluttered,'That isn't right', the elves all muttered . . .When Santa's sleigh stops working on Christmas Eve the elves all rally round to help. Maybe they could use a slingshot? Or the owls could help? How about polar bears?Will they be able to sort the sleigh out before it is too late? Things are not looking good until one small elf has a bright idea!Festive and fun, this is destined to become a seasonal favourite.

Nothing Lasts Forever (Basis for the film Die Hard)

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Publisher : Graymalkin Media
ISBN 13 : 193516984X
Total Pages : 172 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (351 download)

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Book Synopsis Nothing Lasts Forever (Basis for the film Die Hard) by : Roderick Thorp

Download or read book Nothing Lasts Forever (Basis for the film Die Hard) written by Roderick Thorp and published by Graymalkin Media. This book was released on 2012-12-17 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: High atop a Los Angeles skyscraper, an office Christmas party turns into a deadly cage-match between a lone New York City cop and a gang of international terrorists. Every action fan knows it could only be the explosive big-screen blockbuster Die Hard. But before Bruce Willis blew away audiences as unstoppable hero John McClane, author Roderick Thorp knocked out thriller readers with the bestseller that started it all. A dozen heavily armed terrorists have taken hostages, issued demands, and promised bloodshed — all according to plan. But they haven’t counted on a death-defying, one-man cavalry with no shoes, no backup, and no intention of going down easily. As hot-headed cops swarm outside, and cold-blooded killers wield machine guns and rocket launchers inside, the stage is set for the ultimate showdown between anti-hero and uber-villains. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good fight... to the death. Ho ho ho!

Christmas Wombat

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Publisher : HarperCollins Australia
ISBN 13 : 1460700139
Total Pages : 36 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (67 download)

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Book Synopsis Christmas Wombat by : Jackie French

Download or read book Christmas Wombat written by Jackie French and published by HarperCollins Australia. This book was released on 2012-12-15 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's Christmas - from a wombat's point of view. It's Christmas! And it's Christmas for Mothball the Wombat, too.She eats, she sleeps, she scratches,but on Christmas Eve ... Created by writer Jackie French and illustrator Bruce Whatley, CHRISTMAS WOMBAT is another irresistible picture book by this extraordinary award-winning pair. Ages 3+

A Treasury of African American Christmas Stories

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Publisher : Beacon Press
ISBN 13 : 0807027839
Total Pages : 250 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (7 download)

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Book Synopsis A Treasury of African American Christmas Stories by : Bettye Collier-Thomas

Download or read book A Treasury of African American Christmas Stories written by Bettye Collier-Thomas and published by Beacon Press. This book was released on 2018-10-09 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Esquire “Best Christmas Book to Read During the Holidays” A collection of Christmas stories written by African-American journalists, activists, and writers from the late 19th century to the modern civil rights movement. Back in print for the first time in over a decade, this landmark collection features writings from well-known black writers, activists, and visionaries such as Pauline Hopkins, Langston Hughes, and John Henrik Clarke along with literary gems from rediscovered writers. Originally published in African American newspapers, periodicals, and journals between 1880 and 1953, these enchanting Christmas tales are part of the black literary tradition that flourished after the Civil War. Edited and assembled by esteemed historian Dr. Bettye Collier-Thomas, the short stories and poems in this collection reflect the Christmas experiences of everyday African Americans and explore familial and romantic love, faith, and more serious topics such as racism, violence, poverty, and racial identity. Featuring the best stories and poems from previous editions along with new material including “The Sermon in the Cradle” by W. E. B. Du Bois, A Treasury of African American Christmas Stories celebrates a rich storytelling tradition and will be cherished by readers for years to come.

How to Trick a Christmas Elf

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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1510744320
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (17 download)

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Book Synopsis How to Trick a Christmas Elf by : Sue Fliess

Download or read book How to Trick a Christmas Elf written by Sue Fliess and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2019-09-17 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To find out whether Santa thinks you’re naughty or nice, you’ll need to trick an elf into letting you see the list! Legend has it that the only way to find out if you’re on Santa’s naughty or nice list is to trick an elf into letting you sneak a peek! But be careful: elves are tricky themselves! To get a look at the list, you’ll need to be clever in crafting a distracting craft to catch the elf’s attention. So, grab some Christmas supplies like ribbons, twinkle lights, bows, and candy canes, and get prepared for your sly holiday visitor! On the nights leading up to Christmas, one of Santa’s elves will show up to keep watch on kids and to report on their naughty or nice behavior! However, if you’re careful and clever and quick, you can set up a beautiful little sleigh that will distract your elf, and then you’ll be sure to get a glimpse at Santa’s list! Sue Fliess’s poetic read-aloud text and Simona Sanfilippo’s vibrant, whimsical illustrations will provide much fun for young readers eager to trick their own Christmas elf and find which list they’re on! Also included are guides for teachers and parents about how to engage children in building an elf sleigh themselves and how to interest them in the history of the holiday and the many cultures that celebrate Santa’s tiny helpers.