This timely gift book offers a moving new perspective on the nativity story-evoking the struggle of Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus as refugees traveling in a strange land, seeking the protection and kindness of strangers.Email or call for priceISBN: 9780399164323Availability: Hard to FindPublished: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers - October 18th, 2016The Night Before Christmas meets Thumbelina in a toy-filled tale that celebrates the excitement and magic of the holiday season.
Clementine is a teeny-tiny girl who lives with her average-sized family. It’s mostly fun being the smallest, but Christmas can be tricky. Santa brings beautiful toys, but they are too big for this little girl.$16.99ISBN: 9780399167560Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 DaysPublished: Nancy Paulsen Books - October 18th, 2016Lori Nichols’s delightful book celebrates the bond of two nature-loving sisters, and their ability to find fantastic kid-powered solutions to any problem—and it will give allergy sufferers an extra reason to celebrate.
$16.99ISBN: 9781770498242Availability: Backordered at WarehousePublished: Tundra Books - October 11th, 2016Santa has a problem. This kid? Harold? Santa doesn't think he's real. He WANTS to believe in Harold--after all, Harold is one of the most magical parts of Christmas. Getting Harold's letters, eating the cookies he leaves out, feeding his carrots to the reindeer... what would Christmas be without that? But Santa's just not sure. Some of his friends are telling him they think Harold's not real.
$8.99ISBN: 9780399548116Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 DaysPublished: Philomel Books - October 11th, 2016A new Christmas classic from the #1 bestselling creator of Otis and the illustrator of The Little Engine That Could.
"Charming and full of the warmth and love of friends and family, this choice is lovely for sharing."--The Repository$17.99ISBN: 9780553524819Availability: Backordered at WarehousePublished: Schwartz & Wade - October 18th, 2016This Christmas-themed picture book about four animals delivering a lost package for Santa already feels like a classic!
$17.99ISBN: 9780062377043Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 DaysPublished: Balzer + Bray - October 11th, 2016A heartwarming winter story perfect for fans of classics like The Snowy Day, The Mitten, The Snowman, and The Giving Tree.
Drift was a very plain snowman. Every day he dreamed of wearing a stylish hat, a scarf, and mittens just like the other snowmen—and, most of all, having a pointy orange carrot nose.
$16.99ISBN: 9780763679170Availability: Backordered at WarehousePublished: Candlewick - September 27th, 2016In a deeply moving story with the hallmarks of a classic, a homeless boy’s rescue of a spindly Christmas tree sparks a glimmer of hope that has far-reaching effects.
$45.00ISBN: 9780764351631Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 DaysPublished: Schiffer Publishing - September 28th, 2016Almost 400 color images treat readers to dazzling holiday visions that leading designers have realized in their own homes--scenes usually reserved for family and friends. Be inspired by their decorating strategies and hands-on ingenuity while gleaning insider tips for preserving trees--both fresh and artificial--and caring for ornaments. Get the scoop on unusual color schemes and centerpieces.
$24.00ISBN: 9780802125835Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 DaysPublished: Grove Press - December 6th, 2016From the New York Times bestselling author of Why Be Happy When You Could Be Normal? comes an enchanting collection of stories for the holiday season.
$17.99ISBN: 9780803741348Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 DaysPublished: Dial Books - October 18th, 2016In the spirit of Christmas classics The Polar Express and The Night Before Christmas comes a holiday tale about the magic of Santa, illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Jerry Pinkney
$16.99ISBN: 9781101935002Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 DaysPublished: Knopf Books for Young Readers - October 18th, 2016A Christmas tale for young children that celebrates the true meaning of the season
“Come!” drummed a woodpecker one cold, wintry day. “A baby is coming. There’s work to be done!”
$17.99ISBN: 9781101937433Availability: Backordered at WarehousePublished: Random House Books for Young Readers - October 4th, 2016Graphic-novel darling and kid-favorite Babymouse makes her picture-book debut in a Christmas story . . . all about cupcakes! (Typical.)
Email or call for priceISBN: 9781250070159Availability: Hard to FindPublished: Feiwel & Friends - September 13th, 2016A funny, scary middle-grade send up of A Christmas Carol, about a boy who hates Christmas, from bestselling Goosebumps author R. L. Stine.
$17.99ISBN: 9781481467476Availability: Backordered at WarehousePublished: Simon Spotlight - September 27th, 2016Eloise decorates for Christmas in this hilarious Level 1 Ready-to-Read that’s perfect for emerging readers. How marvelous!
It is holiday time at the Plaza Hotel! Eloise wants to decorate and find a way to make the Christmas tree super special. Will she be the one to place the star atop the Christmas tree?Email or call for priceISBN: 9781618371454Availability: Hard to FindPublished: Hearst - October 4th, 2016$19.95ISBN: 9781623483647Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 DaysPublished: Jumping Jack Press - October 11th, 2016Email or call for priceISBN: 9781634098137Availability: Out of PrintPublished: Barbour Books - September 1st, 2016Wonderfully unique, The Twelve Days of Christmas Cookbook: 2016 Edition will delight your taste buds and make your Christmas season even merrier!$14.99ISBN: 9781681191553Availability: Usually Ships in 1-5 DaysPublished: Bloomsbury USA Childrens - September 6th, 2016Geisel Honor-winning author/illustrator Salina Yoon's beloved character Penguin celebrates the season in Penguin's Christmas Wish--a charming picture book that's perfect for the holidays.
Penguin can't wait to celebrate Christmas with his family and friends. But when things don't go exactly as planned, Penguin learns to find holiday magic in the most unexpected places.
Email or call for priceISBN: 9781784282875Availability: Hard to FindPublished: Arcturus Publishing - October 15th, 2016Charles Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol is celebrated in this stunning deluxe silk-bound slip-case edition. The slip-case features a charming contemporary design, and the red silk book inside features decorative and festive silver lettering with pine bough and snowflake design elements on the cover.
Email or call for priceISBN: 9781942587507Availability: Hard to FindPublished: Carpenter's Son Publishing - October 1st, 2016Oh no It's Christmas Eve in Bethlehem, but the Little Christmas Angel is too small to make it to the stable to greet Baby Jesus. She must figure out what to do instead to spread the good news. Find out what she does to share God's message that "All Children are Good;" first in Bethlehem, and then in your house too, filling up every room with Christmas spirit.
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