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Originally written in the early twentieth century, the story of a little girl's love for an enchanted nutcracker has delighted generations of readers, while the Tchaikovsky ballet based on the tale has become a holiday tradition. Now young children can enjoy this beloved classic in a specially abridged version by Bob Blaisdell. Included are all the wonderful scenes and characters: Christmas Eve at the Stahlbaum house, the arrival of Godpapa Drosselmeier and the presentation of the Nutcracker, the fierce battle between the Nutcracker and the seven-headed Mouse King, the adventures in Christmas Wood, Toyland, Marzipan Castle, and much more. Printed in large easy-to-read type and enhanced with 30 new illustrations by Thea Kliros, this Christmas favorite will entertain young readers the year round.
The Story of the Nutcracker
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Many people know of the story of the three wise men, but have you ever heard the story of the other wise man? This work by Henry van Dyke explores the travels of the other wise man, Artaban. Although his experience was different than that of the three wise men, Artaban has a journey that he did not expect.
The Story of the Other Wise Man
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Follow Clara on a magical Christmas adventure in this musical retelling of The Nutcracker ballet—push the button on each beautiful scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Tchaikovsky’s score.
The Story Orchestra: The Nutcracker
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When Ed and Ann’s turkey dinner burns, they think their Thanksgiving is ruined. But what appears to be a disaster becomes a blessing in disguise when Ed and Ann unknowingly intrude on an immigrant family’s own Thanksgiving celebration at their new restaurant, The New World Café...
The Thanksgiving Door
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Trisha loves the eight days of Hanukkah, when her mother stays home from work, her Babushka makes delicious potato latkes, and her Grampa carves wonderful animals out of wood as gifts for Trisha and her brother. Based on a long cherished childhood memory, this story celebrates the miracle of true friendship.
The Trees of the Dancing Goats
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Experience the magic of authentic giving in this holiday classic from the Newbery Award–winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall. Liam and Lily are doing all they can to find a friend for White Cow. With help from the community, they have a Christmas they will never forget.
The True Gift
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The Twelve Days of Christmas illustrated by Jan Brett contains the sheet music and lyrics to the classic Christmas carol. The book features the full text of the carol, strikingly illustrated by Brett’s exquisitely detailed artwork.
The Twelve Days of Christmas
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It’s five days before Christmas and the Vanderbeeker children — Isa, Jessie, Oliver, Hyacinth, and Laney — should be dreaming about sugar plums and presents. But when Mr. Beiderman, their seriously unpleasant landlord and third floor neighbor, says they need to leave their brownstone apartment by New Year’s, there are suddenly more pressing worries. And the Vanderbeekers aren’t the kind of kids who will sit by sucking candy canes while some grouchy old man kicks them out of the home and Harlem neighborhood they love.
The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street
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From the Publisher: This is the food, gathered and blessed, the corn and sweet berries, and wild turkey dressed, shared on the very first Thanksgiving Day.
The Very First Thanksgiving Day
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From the Publisher:This is a book for people who already know the standard nativity – the baby, the stable, the manger…But it includes one character you were probably never told about – an enormous red dragon. We didn’t make him up. His story is tucked away in the lesser-known pages of the Bible and his terrible deeds are verifiable facts of history. Though few people are aware of him, he is fighting a battle in which we all must choose sides.So this Christmas, let us fill in the gaps as we introduce you to the weirdest nativity.
The Weirdest Nativity
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From the Publisher: This rollicking counting story celebrates the very first Thanksgiving Day with vibrant illustrations and lively verse. Follow the Pilgrim and Wampanoag friends as they prepare for a great feast, and along the way look for the bold turkey on every page — and for the very sharp of eye, there are all sorts of surprises hidden in the art!
This First Thanksgiving Day: A Counting Story
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"This is Thanksgiving, a time to remember the friendships and freedoms we all share together."
This is the Feast
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This lively volume brings together the best of Tomie dePaola's Art Mail—the charming illustrations of feast days and holidays he sent to family and friends.
Through the Year with Tomie dePaola
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Sam's finally old enough to help his parents harvest cranberries on their family farm, from flooding the field to prepare the vines for the picking machine to delivering the fruit to receiving station.
Time for Cranberries
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