Give the Gift of Good Stories
Looking for a Christmas classic to add to your library or a fun book to perk up a dreary winter day? These selections will bring smiles to kids and parents alike.
Richard Scarry's Favorite Christmas Carols
Richard Scarry
(Sterling, 2009, $14.95)
Ages 4 to 8
This holiday songbook features the best-loved carols—and a real “piano” keyboard to play them on.
Secret Santa
Simone Abel
(Fernleigh Books, 2009, $16.95)
Ages 4 to 6
The truth about Santa is finally revealed! Santa answers children’s questions about himself on every pop-up page.
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Penny's Christmas Jar Miracle
Jason F. Wright
(Shadow Mountain, 2009, $17.95)
Illustrated by Ben Sowards
Ages 4-8
One young girl collects money to benefit an ailing neighbor in this Christmas tale of generosity and caring.
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The Great Reindeer Rebellion
Lisa Trumbauer
(Sterling, 2009, $14.95)
Ages 4 and up
It’s the week before Christmas and Santa’s reindeer are going on strike! Jannie Ho’s textured illustrations will leave little kids giggling.
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The Twelve Days of Christmas in California
Laura Rader
(Sterling, 2009, $12.95)
Ages 5 and up
“Twelve redwoods swaying, 11 cable cars clanging, 10 sea lions barking, 9 mountains rising ...” celebrate Christmas, Golden State-style in this wild California countdown.
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The Nutcracker
John Cech
(Sterling, 2009, $17.95)
Ages 5-12
Enjoy this gentle retelling of a traditional holiday tale, with illustrations by Eric Puybaret.
Lights Out, Night’s Out
William Boniface
(Accord Publishing, 2009, $17.99)
All Ages
Charming verse and Milena Kirkova’s whimsical, brightly colored animals populate this bedtime tale. Kids will love seeing the animation windows come to life.
The Tiptoe Guide to Tracking Fairies
Ammi-Joan Paquette
(Tanglewood Books, 2009, $15.95)
Ages 4 to 8
Where can you find flower fairies? Explore their secret gardens with this delightful blend of art and photography by Christa Unzner.
The Monsterologist: A Memoir in Rhyme
Bobbi Katz
(Sterling, 2009, $17.95)
Ages 4 and up
Fun flaps, clever cut-outs and creepy collages enhance this collection of monsterologist’s letters, notes, interviews and “bone-chilling research.” More fun online at www.themonsterologist.com
Build Your Own Paper Robots
100s of Mecha Model Designs on CD to Print Out and Assemble
Julius Perdana and Josh Buczynski
(St. Martin’s Griffin, 2009, $18.95)
Mad scientists can build their own paper robot army with this intricately-detailed instruction book. CD included.
The Vampire is Just Not That Into You
Vlad Mezrich
(Scholastic, 2009, $7.99)
Teenage “Twilight” fans will learn how to “snag the vampire of their dreams” in this amusing red and black quiz book.
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