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Holiday Handicraft by Nina R. Jordan ... $1.50 (1938/1947, 245 pages. Ex-library, rebound, some typical wear - still a good reading copy. "Suggestions for gifts, cards, and other items to add to holiday enjoyment.")

Holiday Programs for Boys and Girls by Aileen Fisher ... $2.00 (1958, 374 pages. Ex-library, some wear - still a good reading copy. Plays and readings for holidays throughout the year.)

Rainy Days: Christmas, Activities and Projects by Denny Robson ... $1.00 (1992, 32 pages. Ex-library, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Examines traditional Christmas activities, discussing tree ornaments, holiday cards, gift wrap, bows, Advent calendars, and Nativity scenes.")

Holiday Round Up selected Lucile Pannell and Frances Cavanah ... $2.00 (1950, 335 pages. Ex-library, rebound, some typical library wear - still a good reading copy. Stories for holidays throughout the year including Robert E. Lee's Birthday, Pan American Day, Arbor Day, May Day, Mother's Day, I Am An American Day, Flay Day, Armistice Day, and all the ones we know so well.)

The Book of Holidays by J. Walker McSpadden ... $2.00 (1948, 461 pages. Ex-library, rebound, some typical wear - still a good reading copy. A story for holidays all throughout the year including Bird Day and Election Day.)

A Holiday Story Sampler selected by Charlotte Conover ... $2.00 (1959, 167 pages. Ex-library, hard wear to cover with tape on spine, pages have some wear - still a good reading copy. Stories specifically chosen for younger children - second and third grade.)

The Family Read-Aloud Holiday Treasury selected by Alice Low, illustrated by Marc Brown ... $2.00 (1991, 154 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Seventy-two works of well-loved poets and authors compose this holiday collection.")

A Pumpkin in a Pear Tree - Creative Ideas for Twelve Months of Holiday Fun by Ann Cole, Carolyn Haas, Elizabeth Heller, and Betty Weinberger ... $2.00 (1976, 112 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Suggestions for simple projects, games, and crafts, using common household materials, for holidays throughout the year.")



The Valentine Party by Pamela Bianco ... $1.50 (1954, 28 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. Ages 4 to 8. "Cathy was very unhappy. Here is was Valentine"s Day, and she had not been invited to a party, although she knew one was being given and her sister had left for it already. Cathy was left alone with Mother, but Mother was busy cleaning house. And, worst of all, she was sure Jimmy had not sent her a Valentine.")

The Valentine Box by Maud Hart Lovelace ... $2.00 (1966. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Janice started out for school on a snowy Valentine's Day wth a lump in her throat. It is always hard to be a shy new girl, but today it was especially hard for Janice, because the fifth grade was having its Valentine party. ... What if there were no valentines for her in the big red Valentine Box? ... This is the story of a gentle girl, whose anxiety is one that all boys and girls share, and of how this special day became a happy one for her.") -- 2 copies

The Blue Valentine by Gwen Schultz ... $1.00 (1965, 64 pages. Ex-library, wear to cover, pages have some wear - still a good reading copy. "Cindy is new in school and would like to make friends. When she makes her teacher a blue valentine, her teacher asks her to show the other children how to make one! ")

Pleasant Fieldmouse's Valentine Trick by Jan Wahl ... $1.50 (1977. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Pleasant Fieldmouse devises a plan to bring together his quarrelsome neighbors on St. Valentine's Day.")



Shamrocks, Harps, and Shillelaghs - The Story of the St. Patrick's Day Symbols by Edna Barth ... $1.50 (1977, 96 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Explores the origin and meaning of the symbols and legends associated with St. Patrick's Day.")



Easter Garland by Priscilla Sawyer Lord & Daniel J. Foley ... $1.50 (1963, 141 pages. Not necessarily for children. Chilton Books. "A vivid tapestry of customs, traditions, symbolism, folklore, history, legend and story.")

Hare and the Easter Eggs by Alison Uttley ... $1.50 (1972, 63 pages. Ex-library, some wear - still a good reading copy. "One morning in March, Hare was feeling as mad as a hare should at that time of year and decided to go to the village. There he has a wonderful idea for a surprise for all the animals for Easter.")

Smoky's Special Easter Present by Dorothea Lachner ... $2.00 (1996, picture book. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Hoping to find a special Easter present for his owner, a resourceful rabbit sets out for the city, having a series of adventures before his journey is done.")




Hats Off for the Fourth of July! by Harriet Ziefert ... $1.50 (2000, picture book. Ex-library, overall good. "This is one small town parade readers shouldn't miss! It starts with music and drums. What will come next? Cowboys on horseback? The baseball team? The fire engine? Or Miss Eelgrass with the green hair? And when the parade's over and the streets start to clear, another spectacle is waiting up in the sky.")

A Crowell Holiday Book - The Fourth of July by Mary Kay Phelan ... $1.00 (1966. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good.)

Fourth of July Bear by Kathryn Lasky ... $1.50 (1991. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good. "Spending summer vacation on a Maine island, Rebecca misses her best friend Emily until she meets Amanda, who invites Rebecca to be in the Fourth of July parade.") -- 2 copies



Gunhilde and the Halloween Spell by Virginia Kahl ... $1.50 (1975. Ex-library, dustjacket, some typical wear - still a good reading copy.)

The Secret of the Sachem's Tree by F. N. Monjo ... $1.50 (1972, 60 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "The Wadsworth children must abandon their plans for Halloween mischief to help prevent the King's representative from taking away Connecticut Colony's charter.") -- 3 copies

Halloween Treats by Carolyn Haywood ... $2.00 (1981, 175 pages. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good. A collection of stories from Carolyn Haywood.)

The Spook Book by Burton and Rita Marks ... $1.50 (1981, 56 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Presents directions for making a variety of decorations, refreshments, stunts, and games for Halloween parties.")

Gunhilde and the Halloween Spell by Virginia Kahl ... $2.00 (1975. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good. "On Halloween Gunhilde and her twelve sisters are led astray by a wicked old witch who turns them into small brown toads.") -- 2 copies

The Penny Whistle Halloween Book by Meredith Brokaw & Annie Gilbar ... $1.50 (1989, 80 pages. Ex-library, softcover, some wear to corners - still a good reading copy. "Discusses the history and lore of Halloween and includes instructions for making costumes, decorations, and invitations and planning games, activities, and menus for Halloween parties for different age groups.")

Spooky Night by Natalie Savage Carlson ... $1.00 (1982. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "A witch's black cat who wishes to become a family pet must perform one last bit of magic before he can leave.")



A Crowell Holiday Book: Election Day by Mary Kay Phelan ... $1.50 (1967. Ex-library, overall good.)



Turkeys, Pilgrims, and Indian Corn - The Story of the Thanksgiving Symbols by Edna Barth ... $1.50 (1975, 96 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Traces the history of this American harvest celebration and the development of its symbols and legends.")

Merrily Comes Our Harvest In - Poems for Thanksgiving selected by Lee Bennett Hopkins ... $1.00 (1978, 32 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "20 poems with Thanksgiving themes.")

Things to Make and Do for Thanksgiving by Lorinda Bryan Cauley ... $1.50 (1977. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good. "Includes a history of Thanksgiving, crafts, recipes, jokes, riddles, and games relating to this holiday.")

Thanksgiving Crafts and Cookbook by Nancy Hathaway ... $1.00 (1979, 56 pages. Ex-library, some wear - still a good reading copy.)

Pilgrim Thanksgiving by Wilma Pitchford Hays ... $1.00 (1955. Ex-library, some wear to cover, pages have some wear - still a good reading copy.)

The First Thanksgiving by Lou Rogers ...$1.50 (1962. Ex-library, some wear but overall good. Follett Beginning Social Studies Book.)

The Thanksgiving Book by Frank Jupo ... $1.50 (1980. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. Ages 6 to 9. "Describes Thanksgiving and harvest festival customs around the world.")

One Tough Turkey, A Thanksgiving Story by Steven Kroll ... $1.00 (1982. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Recounts the 'real story' of the first Thanksgiving when the Pilgrims pursued such tough turkeys for dinner that they had to settle for squash.")

Little Bear's Thanksgiving by Janice ... $1.00 (1967. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Little Bear's friends think of some special words to whisper in his ear when they want him to wake up for Thanksgiving dinner.")

Happy Thanksgiving! by Carol Barkin & Elizabeth James ... $2.00 (1987, 80 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Discusses the significance of Thanksgiving, suggests various projects and activities for celebrating it, and provides recipes for the holiday.") -- 3 copies

The Story of the Pilgrims by Katharine Ross ... $1.50 (1995. Ex-library, light wear, overall good. "From the dangerous voyage across the Atlantic through the first harsh winter to the delicious Thanksgiving feast, all the excitement and wonder of the Pilgrims' first year in America is captured in this vivid retelling that is perfect for the youngest historians.")

The First Thanksgiving by Lou Rogers ... $1.00 (1962, 31 pages. Ex-library, rebound, some typical library wear - still a good reading copy. A Follet Beginning-to-Read Book.)

Gobble! The Complete Book of Thanksgiving Words by Lynda Graham-Barber ... $2.00 (1991, 122 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Defines or explains various words commonly associated with Thanksgiving, such as "harvest," "Pilgrim," and "musket," and gives their origin or historical background.")

Arthur's Thanksgiving by Marc Brown ... $1.50 (1983. Ex-library, dustjacket, some typical wear - still a good reading copy. "Arthur finds his role as director of the Thanksgiving play a difficult one, especially since no one will agree to play the turkey.")

Fat Chance Thanksgiving by Patricia Lakin ... $1.50 (2001, picture book. Ex-library, overall good. "When their apartment burns down and they move to a much smaller place, Mama tells Carla they can't have Thanksgiving, but Carla thinks about all the hardships the Pilgrims faced and figures out a way.")

Merrily Comes Our Harvest In - Poems for Thanksgiving selected by Lee Bennett Hopkins ... $1.50 (1978, 32 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good.)

Thanksgiving Poems by Myra Cohn Livingston ... $1.50 (1985, 32 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "A collection of poems expressing thanksgiving from a variety of sources including American Inian and the Bible.")





Thomas Kinkade: A Child's Christmas at St. Nicholas Circle by Douglas Kaine McKelvey ... $3.00 (1999. Not ex-library, dustjacket, overall good. "When her brother mistakes a lost child for the special visitor for whom the town is waiting one Christmas Eve, Katie and her family experience the meaning of the holiday is a special way." ... " ... a fictional story based on one of the Thomas Kinkade's most popular holiday painting, St. Nicholas Circle. Young children and families will delight as the painting comes to life and they are immersed in the colors and lights of the holiday season. They story concludes at the church on the circle on Christmas Eve with a warm, heart tugging ending. This book will quickly become a holiday classic and a family tradition.")

A Jolly Christmas at the Patterprints by Vera Nyce ... $1.50 (1971, 28 pages. Not ex-library, some wear - still a good reading copy. "The Patterprints' household has an unusual Christmas eve when Santa falls into the soup cooking in the fireplace." The Patterprints are mice.)

The Day Before Christmas by Eve Bunting ... $2.00 (1992. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Four years after the death of her mother, seven-year-old Allie goes to The Nutcracker with her grandfather who shares the memories of the special day he had when he took Allie's mother to her first performance of the ballet.")

Papa's Christmas Gift - Around the World on the Night Before Christmas by Cheryl Harness ... $2.00 (1995. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Depicts happenings in countr'")

The Santa Clauses retold by Achim Broger ... $1.50 (1985. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "When word gets around that there is no Santa Claus, Charlie takes matters into his own hands to prove that Santa Claus is real.")

Christmas at Long Pond by William T. George ... $2.00 (1992. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Father and son observe the plant and animal life around Long Pond before finding just the right Christmas tree.")

Littlejim's Gift - An Appalachian Christmas Story by Gloria Houston ... $2.00 (1994. Ex-library, dustjacket, overall good. "While hoping to convince his stern father that he will soon be a man, almost-eleven-year-old Littlejim uses his hard-earned savings for his sister's Christmas gift.")

A Dozen Silk Diapers - A Christmas Story by Melissa Kajpust ... $1.50 (1993. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "A mother spider and her children, who live in the manger in Bethlehem where Jesus is born, make a simple but loving gift for him.")

On Christmas Day in the Morning illustrated by Melissa Sweet ... $1.50 (1999. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Illustrated verses for this traditional English folk song present different animals tending to their crops and harvesting them for a Christmas feast.")

Reader's Digest: Family Traditions - Celebrations for Holidays and Everyday by Elizabeth Berg ... $2.00 (Softcover, very good. "The author offers hundreds of ideas, activities, rituals, and venerable traditions that will encourage families to share quality time, build precious moments, and generate new traditions. And, because families are so busy, all of these ideas are practical, quick, easy, and, of course, fun.")

Crystal's Christmas Carol by Shirley Gordon ... $1.50 (1989, 32 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. Ages 4-8. "Vivacious Crystal shows a reluctant Susan how to spread her Christmas spirit around when the two entertain customers in a shopping mall with a medley of carols.")

Told Under the Christmas Tree, An Umbrella Book ... $2.00 (1950, 304 pages. Ex-library, rebound, some wear - still a good reading copy. Illustrated by Maud and Miska Petersham.)

It's Time for Christmas selected by Elizabeth Hough Sechrist and Janette Woolsey ... $1.50 (1959, 256 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear to include tape at front hinge - still a good reading copy. Stories by various authors.) -- 2 copies

Merry Christmas! A History of the Holiday by Patricia Bunning Stevens ... $2.00 (1979, 158 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Traces the history and development of the Christmas holiday from ancient pagan festivals to eontemporary American celebrations.")

Christmas Plays for Young Players by Maxine McSweeny ... $1.50 (1977, 149 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. " ... to help young players get the thrill and the skill than come from acting a good Christmas play." Six plays.)

Merry Christmas, Strega Nona by Tomie dePaola ... $1.50 (1986. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good.)

Mince Pie and Mistletoe by Phyllis McGinley ... $1.00 (1961. Ex-library, rebound, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Poems for children about Christmas from around the world.") -- 2 copies

Christmas Crafts - Things to Make the 24 Days Before Christmas by Carolyn Meyer ... $2.00 (1974, 138 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Twenty-four projects - hand-painted egg ornaments, a bread-dough Christmas manger, a delicious Yule log, and many others. ... Simple illustrations with step-by-step illustrations. Made with inexpensive and easy-to-get materials. ... Also discusses the origins of many Christmas customs.")

The Animals Came First by Jean Louise Welch ... $1.50 (1963. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "There was a strange sweet sound in the stable. The cat heard it first adn woke up the donkey to ask him what it was. The donkey didn't know. The ox said he had never heard anything like it before. The lamb was frightened by it. All the animals were determined to find out what it was, so they formed a procession and searched the stable until they discovered that the sound was a Mother singing to her Baby.")

Christmas in the Forest by Jan Wahl ... $1.50 (1967. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "On Christmas Eve in the forest, the animals gather together to decorate a tree and celebrate Christmas.")

The Star of Bethlehem by Marian King ... $1.00 (1968. Ex-library, some wear - still a good reading copy. "The star is a little boy star - the son of the King of Stars. It is this little prince who shines the brighteston the most important night in history.")

A Christmas Fantasy by Carolyn Haywood ... $1.50 (1972. Ex-library, dustjacket, rebound, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Story of Santa when he was a little boy.")

Gunhilde's Christmas Booke by Virginia Kahl ... $2.00 (1972. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good. "Although her family is imprisoned in a strange land on Christmas, Gunhilde still has her book containing all the ingredients for a happy holiday.") -- 2 copies

Hark, The Little Angel by Mircea Vasiliu ... $1.50 (1965. Ex-library, wear to cover, pages have some wear but are overall good. "It is Christmas week and all the little angels are very busy with choir practice - all, that is, except our little angel. He is sitting on the edge of his cloud wishing he were in the big city below.")

Mary, Come Running by Jean Merrill & Ronni Solbert ... $1.50 (1970. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "The story that the old gypsy tells is a spirited recounting of the Nativity - as viewed by a band of gypsies who came to Bethlehem to steal but stayed to worship the Child.")

Karin's Christmas Walk by Susan Pearson ... $1.50 (1980. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Karin is afraid her favorite uncle won't arrive in time for Christmas.")

The Night Before Christmas - and Nine Best-Loved Carols illustrated by Elizabeth Miles ... $1.00 (Softcover, some wear to cover, pages are overall good. Troll Associates.)

A Christmas Carol illustrated by John Worsley ... $2.00 (1984, 127 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear to include taped hinges inside the covers - still a good reading copy.)

Eyewitness Classics - A Christmas Carol ... 50 cents (Softcover, light wear, overall good.)

Boofo - The Dog That Goes Where Santa Goes by Joseph P. King and E. Del Thomas ... $1.00 (1997. Not ex-library, dustjacket, lightly rumpled pages. "Boofo, a small dog found and taken in by Santa, helps the elves make toys and gets to ride in the sleigh on Christmas Eve.")

A Tiny Miracle by Richard M. Wainwright ... $1.00 (1986. Ex-library, dustjacket, some typical wear - still just fine for a reading copy. " ... tells the story of a lovable but tiny Christmas tree who desperately wants to be part of a family's Christmas.")

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson ... $1.00 (Softcover, light wear.) -- 2 copies

Sesame Street Happy Holidays Jumbo Coloring & Activity Book ... $1.50 (Softcover, very good - unused.)

Here Come the Holidays! Stories and Poems ... $1.00 (Scholastic softcover - new.) -- 3 copies

A Jolly Holiday Treasury ... $1.00 (Scholastic softcover - new.) -- 2 copies

The Animals' Christmas by Anne Thaxter Eaton ... $2.00 (1972, 124 pages. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good. Poems, stories, and carols selected by the author.)

Christmas Everywhere - A Book of Christmas Customs of Many Lands written and compiled by Elizabeth Hough Sechrist ... $1.50 (1962, 186 pages. Ex-library, rebound, some wear - still a good reading copy.

Christmas in the Woods by Frances Frost ... 50 cents (1970. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good. A simple little book.)

The Christmas Junk Box by Tony King ... $1.50 (1987. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good. "One Christmas, Mr. Bones decides to give his famly a junk box, filled with odds and ends, instead of a shiny, store-bought present.")

The Angel with a Mouth-Organ by Christobel Mattingley ... $3.00 (1984. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Just before the glass angel is put on the Christmas tree, Mother describes her experiences as a little girl during World War II when she and her family were refugees and how the glass angel came to symbolize a new beginning in their lives.")

Why the Chimes Rang and Other Stories by Raymond MacDonald Alden ... $2.00 (1945, 146 pages. Ex-library, homemade dustjacket, typical library wear to include hard wear to cover, tape hinges inside covers. Still a good reading copy.)

The Christmas Candle by Richard Paul Evans ... $2.00 (1998. Ex-library, dustjacket has some wear, book is overall good. "On Christmas Eve, Thomas buys a magical candle that changes the way he views his fellow human beings and helps him feel charity for those less fortunate than he.")

Santa Makes a Change by Sol Chaneles ... $1.00 (1970. Ex-library, some typical wear - still a good reading copy. "Tired of his old suit, Santa Claus asks his helpers to help him choose something different.")

The Family Read-Aloud Christmas Treasury selected by Alice Low, illustrated by Marc Brown ... $2.00 (1989, 136 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Fifty-four works of well-loved poets and authors compose this holiday collection.")

The Night Before Christmas by illustrated by Wendy Watson ... $1.00 (1990. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "The well-known poem about an important Christmas visitor.")

Christopher A. Moose III - Christopher Discovers a Secret by Donna Merrick and Ginnie Clark ... $1.50 (1977. Not ex-library, some wear but overall good. "Christopher Moose and his family migrated from Manitoba, Canada to Minnesota. Along the way they paused to rest and Christopher became completely covered with snow. When he awoke his family was gone! ... He meets up with Santa and all is well in the end.")

A Northern Nativity - Christmas Dreams of a Prairie Boy by William Kurelek ... $3.00 (1976. Ex-library, dustjacket, overall good. "During the Great Depression of the 1930's twelve-year-old William has a series of Christmas dreams in which he glimpses, among other visions, the Holy Family as an Eskimo family.")

Eyewitness Classics - The Nutcracker ... $1.00 (Softcover. "An adaptation from the classic story plus fascinating facts and images." This was a promotional item from Chick-fil-a. It is new - still in the plastic packaging.)

Arthur's Perfect Christmas by Marc Brown ... $2.00 (2000, picture book. Not ex-library, dustjacket, overall good. "Arthur is certain that this Christmas will be perfect - lots of snow, a beautiful tree, and a delicious turkey dinner. But when it doesn't snow, D.W. decorates half the tree with trolls and unicorns, and Dad decides to make an authentic ancient Christmas dinner, Arthur isn't so sure anymore. To make matters worse, he accidentally breaks his gift for Mom! While Francine happily celebrates Hanukkah, the Brain prepares for Kwanzaa, and Buster tries to find a holiday of his own, Arthur starts to think he'll have a terrible Christmas. Then an unexpected guest changes everything.")

Little Town of Bethlehem by Hertha Pauli, illustrated by Fritz Kredel ... $1.50 (1963, dustjacket, overall typical library wear - still just fine for a reading copy. A small book.) - We have a second copy that is rebound.

Christmas! by Peter Spier ... $1.50 (Softcover, not ex-library, a bit of wear to corners. Pages are clean and in good condition. A wordless picture book.)

Be Kind to Your Dog at Christmas and Other Ways to Have Happy Holidays and a Lucky New Year by Barbara Heine Costikyan ... $1.50 (1982, 60 pages. Ex-library, some wear to corners, pages are overall good. "A collection of Christmas superstitions from around the world, including ways to achieve a year of good luck and protect your pets." I suppose this is why we eat sauerkraut at New Year's - for a proserpous New Year!)

The Family Read-Aloud Christmas Treasury selected by Alice Low, illustrated by Marc Brown ... $3.00 (1989, 137 pages. Not ex-library, dustjacket, light wear - overall good. "This book of more than fifty poems, songs, and stories is an irresistible celebration of the glory and fun of Christmas. Old favorites, modern classics, and familiar carols combine with Marc Brown's warm and humorus full-color illustrations to create an appealing package to be shared with family and friends year after year.")

Away in a Manger, A Story of the Nativity by Paul Nussbaumer ... $2.00 (1965, picture book. Ex-library, dustjacket, some typical wear to include hard wear to cover - still a good reading copy.)

Christmas in July by Arthur Yorinks ... $1.50 (1991, picture book. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear to include some smudges - still a good reading copy. "Santa Claus loses his pants and gets arrested, so Christmas is postponed until July.")

The Christmas Pageant by Jacqueline Rogers ... $2.00 (1989, picture book. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good. "While the text tells the story of Jesus' birth, pictures show a group of spirited children preparing their annual Christmas play.")

The Christmas of the Reddle Moon by J. Patrick Lewis ... $2.00 (1994, picture book. Ex-library, a bit of wear to corners, pages are overall good. "Lost in a snowstorm on an English heath on Christmas Eve, Liddy and Will meet the magical and mysterious Wee Mary Fever, who summons St. Nick himself to take them home.")

Plain Lane Christmas by C. Walter Hodges ... $2.00 (1978, picture book. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear - still a good reading copy. "The residents of Plain Lane fight City Hall and urban renewal with their community Christmas festival.")

A Christmas Fantasy by Carolyn Haywood ... $1.50 (1972. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good.)

A Christmas Promise by Lark Carrier ... $2.00 (1986. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Amy makes all the animal inhabitants promise to leave a tree by Christmas so she can bring it indoors to decorate, but on the day they depart, she is overcome by the silence and her loneliness.")

The First Christmas by Marcia Williams ... $1.50 (1987. Ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good. "Williams has divided each page into three or four bordered panels with festive symbols of the season interspersed with motifs from the text.") -- 2 copies

The Christmas Pageant by Jacqueline Rogers ... $1.50 (1989. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear to include a taped tear to the first page - still a good reading copy. "While the text tells the story of Jesus' birth, pictures show a group of spirited children preparing their annual Christmas play. ... Includes music to Joy to the World.")

Christmas by Cass R. Sandak ... $1.50 (1980, 48 pages. Ex-library, some wear - still a good reading copy. "Traces the pre-Christmas origins of the Christmas celebration and discusses the customs associated with the holiday since the birth of Christ.") -- 2 copies

The Nativity illustrated by Juan Wijngaard ... $1.50 (1989. Ex-library, some wear but overall good. "A retelling of the birth of Christ, with illuminations.")

The Year Santa Went Modern by Richard Armour ... $2.00 (1964, ex-library, rebound, some wear but overall good. Text is in rhyme.)

The All-Around Christmas Book by Margery Cuyler ... $2.00 (1982, 88 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Includes discussions of the origin and symbolism of Christmas, together with Christmas-related crafts and recipes.")

Christmas Comes Once More - Stories and Poems for the Holiday Season selected by Mildred C. Luckhardt ... $3.00 (1962, 176 pages. Ex-library, some wear but overall good. "All of the tones of Christmas are here: the quiet description of Christmas Eve in the wilderness; the happy, unexpected humor of Nanka's and Marianka's Christmas loaf; and the religious feeling surrounding the Advent wreath. ... Each story can be used in an inspirational sense, and everyone will find special pleasure in Mrs. Luckhardt's directions for making and using a wreath in Advent ceremonies.")


For older children and adults:

Auggie Wren's Christmas Story by Paul Auster ... $1.50 (1990, 36 pages. Ex-library, overall good. "It begins with a writer's dilemma: he's been asked by The New York Times to write a story that will appear in the paper on Christmas morning. The writer agrees, but he has a problem: How to write an unsentimental Christmas story? He unburdens himself to his friend at his local cigar shop, a colorful character named Auggie Wren. "A Christmas story? Is that all?" Auggie counters. "If you buy me lunch, my friend, I'll tell you the best Christmas story you ever heard. And I guarantee every word of it is true." ... And an unconventional story it is, involving a lost wallet, a blind woman, and a Christmas dinner. Everything gets turned upside down. What's stealing? What's giving? What's a lie? What's the truth? It's vintage Auster, and pure pleasure: a truly unsentimental but completely affecting tale.")

The Golden Ring - A Christmas Story by John Snyder ... $2.00 (1999, 181 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "During the Christmas season of 1918, nine-year-old Anna and her father come to a deeper understanding of the goodness of giving as each follows the guidance of their dreams of Jesus.")




When Mindy Served Hanukkah by Eric A. Kimmel ... $2.00 (1998. Ex-library, dustjacket, overall good. "Little Mindy Klein lives with her tiny family behind the walls of the Eldridge Street Synagogue. When Mindy's father sprains his ankle right before Hanukkah, he is unable to bring home a candle for the menorah. So Mindy decides to set out and find the candle herself. But first she has to face off with an enormous, frightening cat. With a lot of bravery (and a little help from grandpa) Mindy manages to save Hanukkah just in time - and learns the true meaning behind the Festival of Lights.")

Sound the Shofar by Miriam Chaikin ... $1.50 (1986, 90 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, some wear but overall good. "Discusses the origin and development of Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur, their major symbols, and ways of observing them in the world today and in different times in history.")

Wonders and Miracles - A Passover Companion by Eric A. Kimmel ... $3.00 (2004, 136 pages. Ex-library, dustjacket, overall good. "Presents the steps performed in a traditional Passover Seder, plus stories, songs, poetry, prayers, and archival pictures that celebrate the historical significance of this holiday to Jews all over the world.")





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