Unwrapping more amazing Christmas books today from
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Merry Christmas, Peanut!
By TERRY BORDER
Illustrated by TERRY BORDER
Ages 3-7
A sweet (or is it salty?) Christmas story with heart, humor, and plenty of punny holiday cheer.
Peanut is going over the river and through the woods to his grandmother’s house for Christmas, but getting there is a food-filled adventure for this little nut! First he gets stuck in a traffic jam (make that a traffic jelly), then the bridge is closed so he has to take a (gravy) boat across the river, where he gets lost in a forest of (cookies shaped like) Christmas trees! But while the delays dismay his friends and family, Peanut embraces his role as the Merry Christmas Nut to cheer them up.
In this heart-warming and humorous Christmas tale based on the real-life adventures of one peanut — including ice-skating on popsicles and making snow angels in powdered-sugar snow — our food friends know that the true meaning of Christmas is joining with our loved ones to celebrate the joy of being together.
From the creator of Peanut Butter & Cupcake, tihs book is perfect for every family who wants to giggle together this holiday season.
Praise for Terry Border’s picture books:
Merry Christmas, Peanut!
“As with Border’s previous books, the real delights come from his carefully and humorously staged scenes.”–Publishers Weekly
“Kids will be mesmerized by Border’s clever photos, which imbue the peanuts with personality and a true sense of action. The message of kindness comes across with no overt religious references. Good nutty fun!”–School Library Journal
Merry Christmas from The Very Hungry Caterpillar
By ERIC CARLE
Ages 3-5
This gorgeous little gift book from The Very Hungry Caterpillar is the perfect way to say “Merry Christmas!”
Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of all that is festive during the holiday season. This beautiful book features Eric Carle’s bright, colorful artwork of Christmas delights—from presents to snowflakes and even Santa Claus—with The Very Hungry Caterpillar making an appearance alongside each one. This sweet little book is the perfect Christmas present for readers young and old.
The Christmas Wish
By LORI EVERT
Illustrated by PER BREIEHAGEN
Ages 3-7
This New York Times bestselling Nordic tale in the tradition of The Snowman, The Polar Express, and the many books of Jan Brett will have readers of all ages believing in the magic of Christmas. This is one to pull out every year and savor!
Long ago, a brave little girl named Anja wanted to be one of Santa’s elves. So she leaves a note for her family and helps her elderly neighbor prepare for the holiday, then she straps on her skis, and heads out into the snowy landscape. From a red bird to a polar bear to a reindeer, a menagerie of winter animals help Anja make her way to Santa. A generous trim-size, matte cover, extraordinary photographs, and foiled title make this a special book for the holiday season.
And don’t miss the other “Wish” books:
The Reindeer Wish
The Tiny Wish
The Brave Little Puppy
The Puppy’s Wish — coming soon!
Editorial Reviews
“…rosy-cheeked Anja looks like she’s stepped out of a fairy tale, and Breiehagen’s delicious (and, necessarily, digitally altered) photographs of her riding on the back of a polar bear and meeting Santa amid the snowy pines of the North Pole create the sense that magic is very real.” — Starred, Publishers Weekly
“[The Christmas Wish] points to both the timelessness and the otherworldliness of a child’s Christmastime wonder.” –The Horn Book
“…this cozy Nordic tale filled with extraordinary photographs will have readers of all ages believing in the magic of Christmas. This is one to pull out every year and savor.” —The Children’s Book Review
“Dreams have never been so photogenic.” —USA Today
How to Catch Santa
By JEAN REAGAN
Illustrated by LEE WILDISH
Ages 4-8
A #1 New York Times bestseller that’s a Christmas must-read!
From the creators of the New York Times bestsellers How to Babysit a Grandpa and How to Babysit a Grandma comes an equally charming and hilarious holiday offering!
After waiting for days and days and days, it’s finally Christmas Eve. And that’s when you can try to catch Santa. . . .
From Jean Reagan and Lee Wildish, creators of the bestselling HOW TO… series, comes a delightful new offering, written again in a hilarious instructional style. Two sibling narrators give clever tips for “catching” Santa (be crafty! be clever! be gentle!) on Christmas Eve. Filled with humor and holiday warmth, this is a jolly read-aloud for the whole family to enjoy!4-8
And don’t miss Jean Reagan and Lee Wildish’s How to Raise a Mom and How to Surprise a Dad!
Editoral Review
“A new hit this year is How to Catch Santa. . . . The picture book offers lighthearted tips on how kids can steal a glimpse of Mr. Elusive, aka Santa. . . .” —USA Today
As often as you can this Christmas season unplug the family from electronics and find a quiet cozy spot to read great books together. Reading is a perfect calming agent that counteracts the oftentimes hyper-excitement of the holiday. Spending tranquil quality time together will bring everyone back to sanity and make happy memories for years to come too.
Thank you Penguin Random House for your magnificent line-up of quality Christmas books. Books are truly gifts that keep on giving. Be sure to wrap some to be present under your family Christmas tree, include them as stocking stuffers if you wish, and of course give wonderful books to others. After all the other gifts have been unwrapped and the excitement has worn off them books will be there to read again and again with no batteries are needed.
Thank you Penguin Random House for your magnificent line-up of quality Christmas books. Books are truly gifts that keep on giving. Be sure to wrap some to be present under your family Christmas tree, include them as stocking stuffers if you wish, and of course give wonderful books to others. After all the other gifts have been unwrapped and the excitement has worn off them books will be there to read again and again with no batteries are needed.
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