Hello, friends! Our book today is Mrs. Claus Takes The Reins, written by Sue Fliess and illustrated by Mark Chambers, a cheerful girl-powered Christmas adventure. Santa Claus has come down with a nasty cold! There’s no way he can fly around the world delivering presents tonight, so Christmas is cancelled! But that simply won’t do … Continue reading Mrs. Claus Takes The Reins (Sue Fliess)
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Tough Cookie: A Christmas Story (Edward Hemingway)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Tough Cookie: A Christmas Story by Edward Hemingway, a delightfully silly Christmas tale of figuring out where you belong. Fox is enjoying his visit to The Land Of Holiday Treats when a scrumptious-looking fellow bursts out of a nearby bakery. “Run, Run, as fast as you can!” the little … Continue reading Tough Cookie: A Christmas Story (Edward Hemingway)
The Saint Nicholas Day Snow (Charlotte Riggle)
Hello, friends - we’re back! Our book today is The Saint Nicholas Day Snow, written by Charlotte Riggle and illustrated by R.J. Hughes. Catherine is excited to have her best friend Elizabeth over for a sleepover on the night of Saint Nicholas Eve. And while Elizabeth is excited as well, she has a great deal … Continue reading The Saint Nicholas Day Snow (Charlotte Riggle)
Even Superheroes Make Mistakes (Shelly Becker)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Even Superheroes Make Mistakes, written by Shelly Becker and illustrated by Eda Kaban, a super-powered look at dealing with mistakes. Listen, even mighty superheroes make mistakes - they can bungle a big speech, or accidentally catch the good guys instead of the bad ones, or even get nabbed themselves! … Continue reading Even Superheroes Make Mistakes (Shelly Becker)
Ahmed’s Journey: A Story Of Self-Discovery (Jill Apperson Manly)
Hello, friends! Our book today is Ahmed's Journey: A Story Of Self-Discovery by Jill Apperson Manly, a look at mindful thinking through the eyes of a young Saudi boy. Ahmed has traveled a great distance across the desert to compete with his family in his country’s traditional camel races. While men and older boys share … Continue reading Ahmed’s Journey: A Story Of Self-Discovery (Jill Apperson Manly)
