Bear stays up -- by discovering that giving is one of the best Christmas presents!How a SURPRISE visit from someone very special gives Bear and his friends a Christmas to remember makes an enchanting holiday story for young readers. With Karma Wilson's memorable text and Jane Chapman's glowing illustrations, Bear Stays Up for Christmas is a book to cherish throughout the year.

    ...a Little One came for the world.

    But there's a cloud over the joyous season: Tomorrow is Christmas Eve, and Pa hasn't returned yet from his trip to Lansing. He promised to bring back the oranges for the mantelpiece. Every year there are nine of them nestled among the evergreens, one for each of the children. But this year, heavy snows might mean no oranges . . . and, worse, no Pa! This is a holiday story close to Patricia Polacco's heart. Frankie was her grandmother's youngest brother, and every year she and her family remember this tale of a little boy who learned--and taught--an important lesson about giving, one Christmas long ago

    Holly's heart is frozen, and she must face her enemy, free her self, and save her father's kingdom.

    Mother Nature has other plans, however, and a chance snowstorm brings together two unlikely hearts, one human and one beast, yet both yearning for comfort, companionship, and that most elusive gift of all, hope. This lustrous jewel of a story, quietly told and perfectly complemented by soft, evocative paintings, reminds even the most cynical of readers that the heart indeed can recover and go on.

    Heart-warming and spine-tingling, this is a perfect story to curl up with on a winter's night.

    Jewel-like colors, animals with unmistakable character, and a flocked woolly hat on every page enhance this tender story about a little hedgehog who is caught unprepared by a chilly winter wind.

    Lisa Whelchel was such a mom, but instead of abandoning the traditions of Christmas she rediscovered their original meanings, which were intended to remind people of God’s unfathomable gift. Hanging lights on the house, wrapping gifts, and decorating the tree have become opportunities to teach her children about how they relate to Jesus’ birth. With The ADVENTure of Christmas, mothers can redeem what’s been lost from the very symbols that are gentle reminders of the true meaning of Christmas.Have you discovered that Jesus sometimes gets lost in the middle of the hustle and bustle of His birthday party? Would you like to be able to keep your children's focus on Jesus and also join them in the wonder of the celebration? For each of the twenty-four days preceding Christmas, The ADVENTure of Christmas serves as a fun and handy guide that describes the significance behind your favorite traditions. Hanging lights on the house, wrapping gifts, and decorating the tree will become opportunities to share how these customs relate to Jesus' birth. The ADVENTure of Christmas recaptures the true meaning of this beloved season, giving reasons to celebrate for years to come.Story Behind the BookFeeling like Jesus had gotten lost in the frenzy of the holiday season, I asked the Lord to show me what I could do to teach my children the true meaning of Christmas. I was caught off-guard when He simply replied, "Don’t do anything differently. Look in the middle of the celebration and you will find Me." He was right. There was no need to orchestrate moments to pontificate about "the commercialization of Christmas." Instead, Jesus is beckoning us to come to the party and bring the kids. In doing so, we run into Him at the mall, the movies, even at school. He hides in the lights, the carols, and the cards. He is there when we dress the evergreen tree, when Dad dresses up in a red suit, and even when we eat turkey and dressing!

    B. Lewis, Elizabeth Cody Kimmel's hilarious romp through the land of be-careful-what-you-wish-for offers a whole year's worth of holiday fun magic.This year, I was very specific in my letter to Santa Claus.Each year at Christmas, Joe writes a letter to Santa. But they've had a few misunderstandings in the past. Last year, for example, Joe wanted a fire-engine-red racecar with retracting headlights, and he did get one — but it was only three inches long. So this year Joe is really, really careful. He describes exactly what he wants — and on Christmas morning, guess what's waiting for him under the tree! Santa has brought him a living, breathing, black-and-white penguin named Osbert. Will anything in Joe's life ever be the same?

    Charles Brewster, history professor, curmudgeon and resident of Boston, wants to avoid Christmas altogether. He figures a prison town should be nice and quiet over the holidays — except he’s thinking of the wrong Leavenworth! Through an internet site, Charles and Emily arrange to swap houses for the holiday. So Emily goes to Boston—and discovers that her daughter has gone to Florida. And Charles arrives in Leavenworth to discover that it’s not the prison town — it’s Santa’s village! The place is full of Christmas trees, Christmas music and...elves. Meanwhile, Emily’s friend Faith Kerrigan travels to Leavenworth to visit her and instead finds Charles the grinch. Then Charles’s brother, Ray, shows up at his home in Boston to discover that he isn’t there — but Emily is. Through all the mix-ups and misunderstandings, amid the chaos and confusion, romance begins to emerge in unexpected ways. Because everything changes at Christmas!--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    Settled in the tiny village of Hope, nestled between the mountains and the sea, the Walkers attempted a daring sawmill venture. A child was born. Christmas happened in the overwhelming beauty of the snow-covered wilderness. They faced the life-threatening struggles of the Alaskan winter. Harriet conveyed the true stories of everyday life under extraordinary circumstances through letters to her mother, family, and friends. Stories that were set against the backdrop of the Alaskan Territory’s bid to become a new state.

    A mysterious box found in an old barn in Finland contains papers which detail how gnomes celebrate Christmas with games, music, food, and stories.

    He can't wait for Santa to get here. Lift the big flaps to share in the Christmas fun with Little Critter and his family!

    'Twas the night before Christmas,when all through the houseNot a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.

    That leaves Bryony with one month to find the perfect man, so this year she's wishing for a miracle!While she's looking for love, her best friend Helen is doing the opposite. Her Christmas wish is to forget all about the white dress hanging in her wardrobe - and her faithless rat of a fiance.Helen and Bryoney's festive cheer definitely needs a boost, so it's lucky that once upon a Christmas, wishes really do come true...(Text on cover)

    Christmas is a time for making memories. And musical memories are one of the most precious gifts we can give the children we love. Authors Joni Eareckson Tada and Bobbie Wolgemuth offer some of their favorite Christmas carols in this collection for children to cherish. This treasure book will give your children a special vision of the true meaning of Christmas. Let the children you love celebrate the joy and warmth of Christmas with heartwarming stories and singing along with Joni, Bobbie, and the children on the enclosed richly orchestrated CD. Passing along a favorite Christmas tradition has never been easier or more fun. This yuletide collection features twelve timeless and traditional Christmas carols with delightful stories from the Bible, devotionals, simple piano music, guitar chords, and beautiful original illustrations by Sergio Martinez. Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift! -2 Corinthians 9:15 (ESV) In this third volume of Hymns for a Kid's Heart, Joni Eareckson Tada and Bobbie Wolgemuth collaborate to help you teach twelve classic Christmas carols to the children you love. With richly orchestrated music, true stories, prayers, and Scripture, Christmas Carols for a Kid's Heart will feed your child's soul during the Christmas season. KIDS WILL: Be inspired by the true stories of the songwriters. Connect with tenderly written devotionals. Learn to sing twelve classic Christmas carols. Practice piano and guitar with printed music. Understand more about God's character and grace. Memorize a Bible verse with each hymn. Learn to pray along with their singing. ADULTS WILL: Give children a lasting musical treasure. Experience the pleasure of filling young hearts with joy. Be equipped with the tools to teach children twelve classic Christmas carols. Enlighten young people with an understandable theology. Enjoy prayer and Bible memorization along with kids. Includes a fully orchestrated CD with children's voices singing along with Joni and Bobbie, and simple piano music with guitar chords. Listen to Excerpts from the CD Angels We Have Heard on High Joy to the World Hark the Herald Angels Sing O Little Town of Bethlehem The First Noel Away in a Manger While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks by Night Silent Night Once in Royal David's City While By My Sheep God Rest You Merry Gentlemen (full song) O Come, All Ye Faithful (full song) Problems? Download the newest version of Windows Media Player free.

    With the birth of Christ, His perfect plan appeared in the flesh, becoming the cornerstone of man's redemption. Genevox proudly presents One Incredible Moment, in which the emotion-filled writing of Max Lucado is woven with music crafted by the inimitable Tom Fettke to illuminate the people and events - the extraordinary moments - of the night Christ was born. This musical is designed for choirs of varying sizes. Production options are flexible; detailed production notes are included to assist you in several modifications.Titles: One Incredible Moment (Opening); Majesty in the Midst of the Mundane; Joseph: From One Father to Another; Mary's Prayer; Angels; No Ordinary Night; Shepherds: The Meek Were Kneeling; Simeon: Wide-eyed and Watching; Wise Men: Following the Star; One Incredible Moment (Finale)

    M. Nouwen guide the faithful on a spiritual journey through the Advent and Christmas season in this book of waiting, hope, anticipation, and celebration. Each day of the Advent season (28 in all, to accommodate the varying number of days in the season) and each day of Christmas (12 in all, ending with Jesus' baptism in the Jordan by John the Baptist) contain a pertinent excerpt from the writings of Father Nouwen, a related quotation from Scripture, a prayer for the day, and a suggested activity that offers a concrete response to mark the season. Advent and Christmas Wisdom is indeed an easy-to-use, daily program to celebrate the momentous arrival of the Christ Child and the joyous news of our salvation. It is also an ideal book for the individual seeking active participation in the season and a renewal of faith for the start of the liturgical year.

    Two Christmas Mysteries in one special 2-in-1 edition feature Cabot Cove crime-solver Jessica Fletcher: Manhattans and Murder; A little Yuletide Murder.

    

    Lift the flaps to unwrap each present and find out what Santa chooses as the perfect present in the end!

    Providing a fresh perspective, this companion includes a handy film chronology and an overview of the plot, a complete breakdown of the musical score, a fun and challenging quiz, a DVD bookmarking feature designed to give instant access to favorite scenes and other points of interest, informative historical sidebars, the complete lyrics to "Buffalo Gals," and never-before-seen maps and diagrams of downtown Bedford Falls, downtown Pottersville, the Building and Loan, and 320 Sycamore. In addition, film lovers will learn why George should have spent Christmas Eve in jail, who crashes the Bailey family Christmas Eve gathering, the story behind the sudden demise of Mr. Gower’s son, how to make a flaming rum punch, the real-life site of the Bedford Falls High School "swim-gym," and other fascinating trivia related to the classic.

    With rhythm, rhyme, and picture clues, this book is written to support the newest reader!Book Details: Format: Paperback Publication Date: 10/1/1996 Pages: 40 Reading Level: Age 4 and Up

    POOR RUDOLPH! All the other reindeer make fun of his bright red nose! Find out how this misfit saves Christmas and becomes the most famous reindeer in history in this cheery retelling of the TV classic.

    Christmas ham. Tricks and a bag full of treats. Holidays were made for Garfield. After all, what more could America's favorite flabby tabby ask for than a string of nationally sanctioned days of overeating? So whether he's tying up Odie with Christmas lights or raiding the fridge for a piece of pumpkin pie, Garfield's never happier or feistier than when he's filled with holiday spirit and bags of Halloween candy!

    It's a mega-hit! And so are Scholastic's books, which have been bestsellers for over three years.The city of Townsville... has been transformed into a winter wonderland! Join The Powerpuff Girls and all their friends as they get ready to celebrate Christmas, superhero-style. With fifteen fantastic flaps for kids to lift, it's the perfect stocking stuffer for boys and girls alike.

    When Lettice follows some children home and watches them decorate their Christmas tree, she never imagines that she will end up on the top branch dressed as a fairy! Another dream comes true for Lettice in this magical Christmas story, full of sparkly surprises.

    But the star within the heart of the wise men was the most important star."'Chieko Okazaki sheds new light on the familiar Christmas story in her insightful book, Stars. In her warm and distinctive style, she shares stories scriptures, and personal memories of Christmas to testify of her deep feelings about Jesus Christ, the Babe of Bethlehem, who was born under a shining star. "Christ waits to be born anew in our hearts, " she testifies. "His star is in the heavens. Wise men and women seek him still."

    But Cootie saved the day. Yes, sir, if it hadn't been for the talent and vision of Cootie McKay, the folks in our little town would have been mighty disappointed.

    Vintage magazine covers from Railroad, The New Yorker, and The Saturday Evening Post and original Lionel Train advertisements dating from the 1950s are only a few of the nostalgia-filled images, many never before published, that illustrate this Yuletide anthology.

    Page after cozy page features her signature artwork with its warm, home-style feel, along with her gentle words of inspiration. "As you set up your tree, remember that Jesus is like an evergreen . . . eternal and everlasting." "Lord, may the ornaments on my tree remind me of how You have decorated my life with love and blessings throughout the years." Karla also suggests ways to make the holidays more meaningful, such as having a baby shower for Jesus and donating the gifts to mothers in need. Among the seasonal snowmen, joyous angels, and boughs of holly are places to personalize this gift for a special friend or family member.

    Cars have not yet been invented, so she and her sister and brothers must walk a mile to school, even in freezing weather. Without refrigeration, they must harvest ice from the pond.But at night she and her family gather around the woodstove to hear stories of castles and princes in hiding. They take horse-drawn sleigh rides, snug under buffalo robes and wool blankets; skate in the moonlight; and on Christmas morning have real maple syrup for breakfast.With absorbing details of country life and elegant, hand-colored woodcuts, this book captures the strength of family, the magic of Christmas, and the love of place all year long.

    In her warm and distinctive style, she shares stories, scriptures, and personal memories of Christmas to testify of her deep feelings about Jesus Christ, the babe of Bethlehem who was born under a shining star.

    Many have organized their holiday festivities to be part of the audience for this very special performance.With beautiful illustrations of details from illuminated manuscripts, photographs, and paintings appropriate to the season, this elegant volume is a wonderful companion to this unique Christmas celebration. It is packaged with a CD of a slightly abridged version of a service that includes a dozen carols, including "Once in Royal David's City," "O Come, All Ye Faithful," "Hark the Herald Angels Sing," "Good King Wenceslas," "Silent Night, Holy Night," and "In Dulci Jubilo," all sung by the internationally renowned boy's and men's choir of King's College. In addition to following the complete festival in sequence, the book contains a history of the service and of King's College's choir, what the service means today, and the origins and history of the hymns and carols. A keepsake that families will cherish, the book is a romantic and religious departure from the modern world, a glorious affirmation that Christmas has arrived.

    A history of the Christmas tradition in Atlanta spanning 50 years

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    Christmas comes but once a year, so take some time out to settle in, cuddle up, and ward off winter's chill with a hot toddy of hot romance from five of your favorite storytellers?

    Halos are straightened and noses are powdered as the countdown continues: "Seven minutes to showtime!" Peeking under the curtain, one angel views the sleepy town of Bethlehem and the shepherds gazing into the sky. When showtime has come, countless angels stream from behind the curtains of heaven to proclaim the birth of Jesus! An instant Christmas classic, "10 Minutes to Showtime!" is an insightful new perspective of the first Christmas.

    The final day, Three Kings Day, comes on January 6 and honours the arrival of the Magi in Bethlehem. It's a favourite holiday for children, with presents from the kings as well as parades, performances, parties, lively music, and scrumptious food. While describing the customs and revelry ten-year-old Veronica shares with her family and New York City's Puerto Rican community, this book portrays a celebration that is rich in tradition and artistry. A glossary and index are included.

    Intended for ages 4+, this title includes the story of the search for Christ Child.

    Giving this memorable gift lets you deck the halls with Boyds bears and embrace the whimsy and magic of the season. Christmas doesn't get warmer or fuzzier!Some of the sentiments in this book include:* At Christmas, everyone seems to be just a tad more merry.* Christmas is a time to embrace longtime traditions and create fun new ones.* As the big day grows closer, it gets harder and harder to think about anything else.* It seems Christmas has a magical way of bringing out the best in everyone.This Christmas book is perfect for relatives, friends, adults, or kids from age one to 92!

    

    Holiday cooking is celebrated in this Christmas handbook featuring a host of delicious recipes, accompanied by detailed instructions and creative suggestions for decorations, gifts, ornaments, foods, and more, all complemented by more than 120 full-color photographs.

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