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Young Alex is beyond excited on Christmas Eve. He knows that Christmas celebrates the birthday of Jesus Christ, and he cannot wait for tomorrow to come - he wants a puppy of his own to play with and love. On Christmas Day, he opens a large box with, yes, a puppy inside. Alex names him Zipper! However, when grandparents come bearing gifts, Zipper bounds out through the open door. Alex and his mother then begin a neighborhood adventure as they search for a runaway dog and meet neighbors with different winter holiday celebrations and traditions.

Visit Plymouth Rock with the A to Z Mysteries gang! The hunt is on! Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are spending Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts. They can't wait to see the sights and have a Thanksgiving dinner, just like the Pilgrims would have eaten. Then the kids learn about a sapphire...

A curious child discovers that the brightest wishes aren’t found in the sky—they’re found in the moments we share, the courage we show, and the kindness we give. Filled with wonder, warmth, and shimmering illustrations, A Year Full of Wishes is a heart-touching celebration of hope and new beginnings. Perfect for bedtime, classrooms, and family time all year long.

Als der zwölfjährige Linus an einem verregneten Dezembernachmittag einen geheimnisvollen Brief mit einer silbernen Fahrkarte erhält, ahnt er nicht, dass dieser sein Leben verändern wird. Gemeinsam mit seinem besten Freund Noah und der mutigen Elena begibt er sich mitten in der Nacht zu einem stillgelegten Bahnhof und steigt in einen Zug, der sie angeblich nach Winterberg bringen soll. Doch die Reise in das Weihnachtsdorf, an dem niemand Weihnachten allein feiern muss, wird gefährlicher, als sie denken: Denn sie werden verfolgt.

We all know not to let strangers into the house—but what about the Tooth Fairy? When JoJo’s second tooth starts to feel loose, she has second thoughts about letting this magical creature back into her room. She doesn’t mind that Santa comes every year, because she gets to meet him at the mall, but the Tooth Fairy is a total unknown. JoJo is determined to learn everything she can before deciding if she’s okay with handing over her teeth.

Even though it’s Christmas, Cranky isn’t feeling the holiday cheer! Can his mood turn around before the annual tree lighting? Find out in the third picture book in the Cranky series from #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and award-winning author...

From the magical world of the Santaverse and The Elf on the Shelf! Help Lucas and Maddie find their missing Scout Elf, Jingle McSprinkles, in this Level One I Can Read. On Christmas Eve, Lucas and Maddie wake up to find that their Scout Elf, Jingle McSprinkles, has gone missing! In his place is...

Santa makes wishes come true every year—but what happens when Santa has a wish of his own? With Mrs. Claus’s clever idea and a boy’s heartfelt letter, Santa rediscovers the joy found in the true meaning of Christmas. Santa longs to experience childhood play again, but when Christmas Eve arrives, he realizes he hasn't had even a moment to play. Mrs. Claus reminds him it’s never too late to make magic happen. With a little Christmas sparkle and a lot of heart, Santa’s wish leads him to two siblings, Ashton and Lizzie, who need a special kind of gift—one that brings love, laughter, and hope.

From the New York Times–bestselling author and Grammy-nominated artist comes a funny, warm-hearted debut middle-grade novel about sisterhood, family, and how the holiday season is a time to be merry—and messy. ​All twins Stevie and Jordan Clementine want for Christmas is to enjoy the...

A Wiggle-Tail Adventure for the Holidays! Meet Barnaby, a Golden Retriever puppy with a heart full of holiday cheer and a tail that never stops wagging! Barnaby lives for the sound of the waves and has a secret, special wish: to help deliver Christmas Cheer. When his loving human, Captain Clementine, announces a crucial voyage to the North Pole Coast on the bright red S. S. Jolly, Barnaby proves he’s ready to be the best First Mate ever! But the open sea is full of surprises! The Very Best Christmas Cheer the sparkle that makes lights twinkle and carols sing is starting to fade.

Unisciti a Babbo, alla Signora Claus e alla loro squadra di elfi ridacchiosi mentre cercano dappertutto al Polo Nord—dalla cucina dei biscotti alle stalle delle renne, fino alla magica lavanderia! Ci sono calzini sulle corna, calzini nei barattoli dei biscotti e calzini con campanellini che tintinnano nei momenti peggiori… ma riusciranno a trovare la coppia giusta prima del decollo?

Twaalf schrijvers lieten zich inspireren door dit klassieke kerstlied en schreven ieder een verhaal over een van de wonderlijke kerstgeschenken, van een patrijs in een perenboom tot twaalf rommeltrommels. Verhalen vol magie over vervulde en onvervulde wensen. Over wonderlijke kerstdiners, avonturen naar verre en minder verre oorden en geheime liefdesmissies. En natuurlijk over het allermooiste kerstcadeau dat er bestaat: samen zijn met je geliefden.

"The Snow Queen" is the classic Christmas tale from internationally revered children's author Hans Christian Andersen. The story centers on the challenges faced by two childhood friends Gerda and Kay, whose relationship is shattered when Kai is infected by dark magic and disappears, spirited up to the Snow Queen's palace in the sky.

She's half witch, half unicorn – and ALL heart! Are you ready to meet your best friend…? Welcome to the town of Dankley Ditch, which is waiting for its BRAND-NEW WITCH. But the witch that turns up is … unusual! Witchicorn is a fabulous, rainbow-coloured unicorn (and also a witch – a...

In Hear the Holidays!, meet Oliver, a wise and whimsical owl with a love for music and a heart full of holiday spirit. One frosty evening, he discovers a magical orchestra hidden within a Christmas tree—each ornament chiming with its own festive sound!

"The Snowman" is maybe one of the most touching stories by Hans Christian Andersen. It is a tale about unrequited love, and an occasion of reflection on the mysteries of existence and passion. In a small winter garden, a snowman glimpses a stove glowing by the window of the nearby house. He soon falls in love, and longs for the stove's companionship despite the warnings of his friend, the dog, who say the stove's heat would melt him.

"Halloween was made for carefree Mercy Watson." — School Library Journal When the Watsons decide to zip their porcine wonder into a formfitting princess dress for Halloween — complete with tiara — they are certain that Mercy will be beautiful beyond compare. Mercy is equally certain she...

Grammy Award Nominee for Best Spoken Word Album! Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, and Ebenezer Scrooge come to marvelous life in Patrick Stewart's critically acclaimed solo interpretation of A Christmas Carol. The star of X-Men and The Royal Shakespeare Company, Stewart has performed his one-man stage...

In addition to the story of Patrick's life, here is information about how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated. There are decorations from shamrocks to shillelaghs. People give cards, share meals, and wear green to honor Ireland, the Emerald Isle - and there are parades! Included are six legends about Patrick.

Published in the anthology Speculative Poets of Texas (2015). Archived in the UCLA Library of Special Collections. A Christmas celebration for the entire kingdom, led by a whimsical court jester.