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A Season of Gifts
Richard Peck (2009) , 164 pages
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category:
Humor
New Books
Realistic Fiction
Winter Holidays
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The last thing Bob wanted was to move to a creaky old house at the very end of town. At least they have an indoor bathroom. They also have a crazy neighbor. If their house was creaky, Mrs. Dowdel was about ready to fall over. Then there is Mrs. Dowdel herself. While Bob tries to stay as far away as possible, his youngest sister falls in love with Mrs. Dowdel. Soon she is wandering around acting as strange as Mrs. Dowdel. But then Bob finds himself hog tied in Mrs. Dowdel's outhouse. Rather than make a fuss, Mrs. Dowdel helps him down, and helps him get even. As the holidays approach, Bob and his family begin to form a different picture of crazy old Mrs. Dowdel and of the town itself.
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written by Lisa
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Stick Man
Julia Donaldson (2009) , 32 pages
Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
Early Literacy: Phonological Awareness
Humor
New Books
Rhyming Books
Winter Holidays
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Stick Man lives in the family tree
With his Stick Lady Love and their stick children three.
One day he wakes early and goes for a jog.
Stick Man, oh Stick Man, beware of the dog!
Poor Stick Man leaves his home and is forced to go on many adventures when all he wants to do is get back home. He is fetched, races down a river, becomes the arm of a snowman, and finally, IS PUT IN THE KINDLING PILE!!! Will Stick Man ever make it home? A surprising new friend may be able to help.
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written by Gwen
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The Twelve Prayers of Christmas
Candy Chand (32) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
New Books
Poetry
Religion
Winter Holidays
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There were many present the night Jesus Christ was born. Mary, The Donkey, The Innkeeper, Joseph, The Three Wise Men, The Angel, The Shepherd, The Lamb, and even The Star were all present. The author gives homage to each and every one through a two page spread vividly illustrated and a short poem written in the character's voice. This holiday book is sure to become a treasure both children and adults can relate to.
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written by Emilia
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Suzy Goose and the Christmas Star
Petr Horacek (2009) , 32 pages
Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
New Books
Winter Holidays
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It's Christmas Eve. Suzy Goose and her friends are gathered around the Christmas tree. Wait! Something is missing. The tree is missing a star just like the big bright one that's shining in the sky. Suzy Goose has an idea. She will get that Christmas star. Whoooooosh!! High in the sky Suzy Goose flies. Splat! She lands hard. She cannot fly high enough. Suzy Goose does not give up. She has other ideas. Can Suzy Goose finally reach that star? Read this new book in the Suzy Goose series to find out.
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written by Emilia
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Voices of Christmas
Nikki Grimes (2009) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
New Books
Religion
Winter Holidays
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The story of Christmas is fresh and new in this beautifully illustrated book by Nikki Grimes. Nikki introduces each character vividly with a biblical passage, and a poem introduces the story. The design of the book is simply gorgeous with illustrations by Eric Velasquez. The book is accompanied by a CD and includes a reading by the author.
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written by Emilia
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Tiny Baby Jesus
Dandi Daley Mackall (2009) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
New Books
Poetry
Religion
Rhyming Books
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The story of Jesus is portrayed in a simple and touching prose format. The book celebrates the gift of Jesus and beautifully illustrates his life from the day of his birth until his days as a carpenter, and then as a grown man and Savior. Children will understand the story of Jesus through the wonderful illustrations and simple prose.
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written by Emilia
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Duck for Turkey Day
Jacqueline Jules (2009) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category:
Multicultural
New Books
Realistic Fiction
Winter Holidays
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Everyone in Tuyet's class is very excited about Turkey Day. They make pine cone turkeys and sing Thanksgiving songs. Tuyet is not as excited. Her family is not having turkey for Thanksgiving. They are having duck. Normally, Tuyet loves duck, but not on Thanksgiving! When her mom refuses to make anything else, Tuyet decides to hide her secret. After Thanksgiving, Tuyet reluctantly admits that her family had duck instead. Imagine her relief when she learns that her friends all had different things to. Maybe a duck is not too bad for Turkey Day after all.
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written by Lisa
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The Polar Express
Chris Van Allsberg (1985) , 32 pages
Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
Award Books
Things That Go (Cars, Trucks, Planes)
Winter Holidays
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This is one of the most fasinating and interesting books for both childrten and adults. This wonderful story by Chris Van Allsberg tells about a boy who goes to the North Pole with many others on the Polar Express. When they gather at the town center, they see Santa Claus and his elves and is rewarded the first gift of Christmas. What he wants more than ever is a silver bell from Santa's reindeer. To see what happens next, you'll have to read THE POLAR EXPRESS!
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written by Sarah, Age 5
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Tree of Cranes
Allen Say (1991) , 32 pages
Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
Biographies
Diversity
Families
Multicultural
Winter Holidays
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A little boy who lives in Japan doesn't know what Christmas is! His mother, who used to live in California, digs up a tree from their garden and decorates it with silver paper cranes and candles. This book's gorgeous detailed pictures teach children so much about Japanese culture.
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written by Emily W
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Bringing in the New Year
Grace Lin (2008) , 32 pages
Audience: Toddlers Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade)
Category:
Families
Multicultural
New Books
Winter Holidays
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In Grace Lin's bright and simple picture book, the whole family gets involved to prepare for Chinese New Year. On each two-page spread, a member of the family demonstrates New Year duties. Jie-Jie sweeps the old year out, Ma-Ma makes the dumplings, Auntie wakes the dragon. Is it time for New Year yet? This is a perfect introduction to Chinese New Year traditions for young readers.
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written by Gwen
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