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Getting dropped off at Grandma’s house could be a total snooze. Hours of sitting in the rocking chairs. But not this Grandma. Up she hops to wheel out the record player. And then, with kitty as the DJ—a dance party! The twist, the swing, the Monster Mash—they rock, rock, rock, at Granny’s house tonight. Then right as Mom returns, everyone crashes out in the rocking chairs. Just another boring night at Grandma’s (Mom thinks). Wink!Includes pictures of easy to follow dance steps like the side pass, cuddle, and underarm turn.

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Snuggle up with little ones this Christmas season and read about the origin of St. Nicholas, the story of a man who spent his life secretly helping the poor all over the world, giving gifts on Christmas Eve to remind people of the greatest gift of all, Jesus Christ.This captivating picture book about thefaith-based origin of St. Nicholas is illustrated by?New York Times bestselling illustrator Richard Cowdrey and written by Dandi Daley Mackall.The Legend of St. Nicholas: Is perfect for readers 4-8 who are curious about the origin of St. Nicholas or Santa Claus Celebrates the holiday season and teaches little ones about thejoy of giving to others and helping those in need Shows how countries celebrate Christmas traditions across the world Is a faith-based look at the Christmas holiday and giving or receiving gifts With beautiful illustrations and a heartwarming story,?The Legend of St. Nicholas?is a great family read for the Advent and Christmas season.

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This heartwarming Christmas book from Dandi Daley Mackall shares the nativity story from the experience of a tiny donkey who shows that God has big plans for little ones when he carries Mary to Bethlehem where she gives birth to Jesus. Though the donkey wasn’t the biggest, fastest, or strongest of all the animals, he had an important job. In One Small Donkey, 4 to 8-year-olds will take part in the nativity story from a fresh perspective learn that no one is too little to do big things for God identify with the little donkey who feels out of place in a world that seems big and important celebrate the arrival of baby Jesus enjoy the rhyming story that follows the donkey along his journey with Mary and Joseph to the manger Refresh your Advent reading list with this sweet and powerful picture book. Together with beautiful, inspiring artwork by Marta Álvarez Miguéns, the message that children can make a difference will encourage preschoolers and young children as well as their caretakers. The foiled title and holiday-themed hardcover make a perfect gift package just right for a stocking stuffer or Christmas tree surprise.Dandi Daley Mackall loves God, children, words, and animals. Her nearly 500 books for children and grown-ups have sold more than four million copies worldwide, and her awards include an ECPA Christian Book Award for Best Children’s Book.

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This gorgeously illustrated Christmas collection of bestselling books in the Legends series from Zonderkidz explores the true stories behind many holiday traditions, including candy canes, Saint Nicolas, and Christmas cookies. Throughout, kids will learn why it’s important to share the story of Jesus’s birth and give to others during the holiday season.Inside, you and your children can discover: Why the shape and colors of a candy cane tell the story of Jesus’s life Who the real St. Nicolas was, and why his actions helped inspire the exchange of Christmas presents and giving to the poor during the holidays Why we bake cookies at Christmas, and what each special shape tells us about the nativity Inside this value-priced collection are the three Legends books, The Legend of the Candy Cane, The Legend of St. Nicholas, and The Legend of the Christmas Cookie.The Legends of Christmas Treasury is: Perfect as a gift for boys and girls ages 4-8, grandchildren, and nieces and nephews Ideal as a family reading tradition for Advent, Christmas, or anytime in the holiday season Great as a gift for people who love the history behind Christmas and holiday traditions If you enjoy The Legends of Christmas Treasury, check out other books in the Legends series: The Legend of the Christmas Tree, The Legend of the Christmas Stocking, The Legend of the Easter Egg, The Legend of the Easter Robin, and The Legend of the Sand Dollar.

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