Holiday
Tis the season to be…reading! December is here bringing with it snow days, gingerbread houses, sleigh rides and carol singing; all the great things that lead up to our favorite holidays - Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa.
1.
The Magical Christmas Horse
By: Mary Higgins Clark
Illustrated by: Wendell Minor
This edition: Hardcover, 40 pages
Publication date: October 25, 2011
Ages: 4 - 8
Johnny’s wish had come true. His family would be visiting his grandparents for Christmas. His grandparents lived in an old house in New England where his father had been born. The family together, the smells of the...
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2.
The Snow Angel
By: Glenn Beck and Chris Schoebinger
Illustrated by: Brandon Dorman
This edition: Hardcover, 40 pages
Publication date: October 25, 2011
Ages: 4 - 7
Adapted from the newest Glenn Beck release, Snow Angel is the story of two siblings, who yearn for new toys and a fun vacation, but their parents are struggling and cannot give them what they want. Though their disappointment...
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3.
One Starry Night
By: Lauren Thompson
Illustrated by: Jonathan Bean
This edition: Hardcover, 32 pages
Publication date: October 4, 2011
Ages: 1 - 6
One starry night, a cow watches over her calf, a nanny goat watches over her kid, and a pig watches over her piglet. For this one moment, every family in the animal kingdom is peaceful, just like Mary and Joseph watching over...
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4.
A Christmas Surprise
A Lift-the-Flap Adventure (Part of Jon Scieszka's Trucktown)
By: Tom Mason and Dan Danko
This edition: Novelty, 12 pages
Publication date: October 4, 2011
Ages: 3 - 5
Get ready for a special Christmas delivery from Jack Truck! Snow is falling and the roads are slippery! Jack Truck calls on Tow Truck Ted to help deliver a special Christmas present to their Trucktown friends. Lift the flaps...
5.
Annie and Snowball and the Wintry Freeze
(Part of Annie and Snowball)
By: Cynthia Rylant
Illustrated by: Suçie Stevenson
This edition: Trade Paperback, 40 pages
Publication date: October 4, 2011
Ages: 5 - 7
In this Level 2 Ready-to-Read, Annie and Snowball and the Wintry Freeze, Annie's dad wakes her up with news of a snow day. Annie is excited! She loves winter. She loves her pink earmuffs. And she really loves her pink...
6.
The Hanukkah Hop!
By: Erica Silverman
Illustrated by: Steven D'Amico
This edition: Hardcover, 32 pages
Publication date: October 4, 2011
Ages: 3 - 6
Rachel’s twirling streamers Daddy blows up blue balloons Mommy sizzles latkes as she hums a Hanukkah tune. It's Hanukkah! It's a time to celebrate family and enjoy festive traditions. As Rachel and her parents prepare the...
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7.
The Sugar Ball
(Part of Candy Fairies)
By: Helen Perelman
Illustrated by: Erica-Jane Waters
This edition: Trade Paperback, 128 pages
Publication date: October 4, 2011
Ages: 7 - 10
In preparation for the upcoming Sugar Ball, all of the Candy Fairies are making fabulous new dresses to wear and candy treats to share. Cocoa wants to make her outfit extra special (to impress the Sugar Pops, her favorite...
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8.
Aliens Love Panta Claus
By: Claire Freedman
Illustrated by: Ben Cort
This edition: Hardcover, 32 pages
Publication date: October 4, 2011
Ages: 4 - 7
The aliens are excited, For tomorrow’s Christmas Day, So instead of stealing underpants, They’re giving them away! Aliens love underpants! But they also love Christmas and Santa Claus. So when Santa’s sleigh...
9.
Nicholas St. North and the Battle of the Nightmare King
(Part of Guardians, The)
By: William Joyce and Laura Geringer
Illustrated by: William Joyce
This edition: Hardcover, 240 pages
Publication date: October 4, 2011
Ages: 7 - 11
Before SANTA was SANTA, he was North, Nicholas St. North—a daredevil swordsman whose prowess with double scimitars was legendary. Like any swashbuckling young warrior, North seeks treasure and adventure, leading him to...
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10.
Holiday Spirit
(Part of Cheer!)
By: Zoe Evans
Illustrated by: Brigette Barrager
This edition: Trade Paperback, 224 pages
Publication date: October 4, 2011
Ages: 8 - 12
January 4 My teeny, weenie hotel room Holiday Spirit Level: Stuck Between a Rock and a Hard Place A spur-of-the-moment invite had me flying on New Year's Day with my dad and his girlfriend, Beth, to New York City! I was super...
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11.
OLIVIA and the Christmas Present
(Part of Olivia TV Tie-in)
Adapted by: Farrah McDoogle / Illustrated by: Shane L. Johnson
This edition: Paper Over Board, 24 pages
Publication date: October 4, 2011
Ages: 3 - 7
This storybook with foil on the cover and festive endpapers is sure to be a favorite of Olivia fans this Christmas! Olivia has the best present for Ian and she can’t wait to surprise him with it on Christmas morning. But...
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12.
The Snow Giant
(Part of Smurfs Classic)
By: Peyo
Illustrated by: Peyo
This edition: Hardcover, 32 pages
Publication date: August 30, 2011
Ages: 5 - 7
In this classic Smurfs story, the Abominable Snowman saves Smurfette from a fall in the mountains, but he won't let her return to Smurf Village!
Other Formats: Trade Paperback
13.
The Christmas Genie
By: Dan Gutman
Illustrated by: Dan Santat
This edition: Trade Paperback, 176 pages
Publication date: October 5, 2010
Ages: 8 - 12
It’s the last day of school before Christmas vacation and Alex, Chase, and the rest of Mrs. Walter’s fifth-grade class couldn’t wish more for the final bell to ring. But the day takes a crazy turn when a...
14.
OLIVIA Claus
(Part of Olivia TV Tie-in)
Adapted by: Kama Einhorn / Illustrated by: Jared Osterhold
This edition: Novelty, 24 pages
Publication date: October 5, 2010
Ages: 3 - 6
It was the night before Christmas, and Olivia discovers that her favorite stuffed monkey, Mathilda, is missing. Not only is Mathilda missing, but other favorites keep disappearing around the house too. In the true spirit of...
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15.
Christmas with Krabby Klaws
(Part of SpongeBob SquarePants)
By: Erica David
Illustrated by: Heather Martinez
This edition: Trade Paperback, 16 pages
Publication date: October 5, 2010
Ages: 4 - 8
In a ploy to sell more Krabby Patties than ever before, Mr. Krabs transforms the Krusty Krab into a winter wonderland spectacular enough to rival even the famous North Pole. He presides over this holiday oasis as Krabby Klaws,...
16.
The Christmas Sweater
A Picture Book
By: Glenn Beck, Kevin Balfe and Jason Wright
Adapted by: Chris Schoebinger / Illustrated by: Brandon Dorman
This edition: Hardcover, 40 pages
Publication date: October 27, 2009
Ages: 4 - 7
Adapted from the original bestselling novel, The Christmas Sweater: A Picture Book is the story of a young boy who finds the true meaning of Christmas in the most unlikely of places. Eddie wants a bicycle for Christmas, but...
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17.
The Christmas Baby
By: Marion Dane Bauer
Illustrated by: Richard Cowdrey
This edition: Hardcover, 32 pages
Publication date: October 6, 2009
Ages: 2 - 5
When a baby was born in the manger, Mary and Joseph rejoiced. The angels sang, and kings journeyed to bring gifts. When you came into the world, there was a celebration too - because every new baby is a small miracle.
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18.
I Love Christmas
By: Anna Walker
Illustrated by: Anna Walker
This edition: Paper Over Board, 32 pages
Publication date: October 6, 2009
Ages: 2 - 6
In this sweet, engaging picture book, Ollie and his pet dog Fred celebrates all the things they love about Christmas.
19.
A Very Ninja Christmas
(Part of Amelia Rules!)
By: Jimmy Gownley
Illustrated by: Jimmy Gownley
This edition: Trade Paperback, 80 pages
Publication date: October 6, 2009
Ages: 7 - 12
In A Very Ninja Christmas, join Amelia and the gang for holiday-themed fun. With Amelia, of course, even Christmas is anything but typical!
20.
The True Gift
A Christmas Story
By: Patricia MacLachlan
Illustrated by: Brian Floca
This edition: Hardcover, 96 pages
Publication date: October 6, 2009
Ages: above 7
All year long Lily and Liam look forward to Christmas on their grandparents' farm. It's always the perfect trip -- walking to the lilac library, trimming the tree, giving gifts. But this year, thanks to a white cow alone in...
21.
Christmas in Gabba Land
(Part of Yo Gabba Gabba!)
By: Louise Jameson
Illustrated by: Style Guide
This edition: Board Book, 12 pages
Publication date: October 6, 2009
Ages: 2 - 5
What happens in Gabba Land at Christmas time? The Gabba gang decorates the tree and makes presents... and takes pictures of the festivities! This padded board book with photo sleeves lets kids see themselves in Gabba land!
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22.
Snow Day!
A Winter Tale (Part of Ant Hill)
By: Joan Holub
Illustrated by: Will Terry
This edition: Trade Paperback, 24 pages
Publication date: October 21, 2008
Ages: 3 - 5
It is wintertime and the Ant Hill kids are enjoying a snow day! They count snowflakes, throw snowballs -- and make snow ants! But most exciting of all, they plan to go sledding! How many ants can they fit on a sled? And just...
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23.
The Dog Who Thought He Was Santa
By: Bill Wallace
This edition: Trade Paperback, 192 pages
Publication date: October 7, 2008
Ages: 8 - 12
The Nose Knows
Don Franklin's dog, Frank, is a bloodhound, so he can smell when something's wrong. And a lot seems to be wrong in Don's family. Mom and Dad are worried about money, especially with Christmas right around...
24.
Diego's Family Christmas
(Part of Go, Diego, Go!)
By: Rafael Fernandez
Illustrated by: Warner McGee
This edition: Board Book, 16 pages
Publication date: October 7, 2008
Ages: 2 - 5
It's Christmas in the rainforest, and all of the animal families are celebrating!
25.
Bear Stays Up for Christmas
By: Karma Wilson
Illustrated by: Jane Chapman
This edition: Paper Over Board, 40 pages
Publication date: October 7, 2008
Ages: 3 - 7
Bear's friends are determined to keep Bear awake for Christmas! So they wake Bear up and have him help them find a Christmas tree, bake cakes, hang up stockings, and sing Christmas songs. Bear stays up--by discovering that...
26.
Reindeer Christmas
By: Mark Kimball Moulton
Illustrated by: Karen Hillard Good
This edition: Hardcover, 40 pages
Publication date: October 7, 2008
Ages: 4 - 8
A December snow is falling, lightly dusting all the trees,blanketing the forest in a crystal filigree.
Late one snowy winter evening, two young children and their grandmother happen upon a weak and weary deer while feeding...
27.
Room for a Little One
A Christmas Tale
By: Martin Waddell
Illustrated by: Jason Cockcroft
This edition: Board Book, 26 pages
Publication date: October 7, 2008
Ages: 3 - 7
This favorite Christmas picture book is now available in a reduced size padded board book perfect for little hands with bright red foil on the cover to share the holiday cheer!In the stable next to an inn, Kind Ox is just...
28.
Stuck on Christmas!
A Mega Sticker Book
By: Siobhan Ciminera
Illustrated by: Collection/Jupiterimages Unlimited
This edition: Trade Paperback, 48 pages
Publication date: October 7, 2008
Ages: 3 - 7
It's a Christmas package almost as big as Santa himself! Deck the hall with more than 700 stickers! Design your own Christmas cards, make snowmen and gingerbread houses, trim the tree, and so much more with the festive...
29.
Where Did They Hide My Presents?
Silly Dilly Christmas Songs
By: Alan Katz
Illustrated by: David Catrow
This edition: Trade Paperback, 32 pages
Publication date: October 7, 2008
Ages: 2 - 8
It's Christmastime! While everyone else is singing "Frosty the Snowman" and "Winter Wonderland," ring in your holidays with "Our Friendly Mailman" and "Something in My Brother's Underpants"!
Songwriter and comedy writer par...
Other Formats: Hardcover
30.
A Perfect Snowman
By: Preston McDaniels
Illustrated by: Preston McDaniels
This edition: Hardcover, 40 pages
Publication date: October 23, 2007
Ages: 4 - 8
Dressed in his best hat and scarf, with the finest carrot nose, and the roundest coal eyes, the perfect snowman believed that having the best of everything was all there was to life, and all that really mattered. But after...
31.
Olivia Helps with Christmas
By: Ian Falconer
Illustrated by: Ian Falconer
This edition: Hardcover, 58 pages
Publication date: October 2, 2007
Ages: 3 - 7
Everyone's favorite Caldecott honor-winning porcine and #1 Kris Cringle enthusiast is helping to make the season brighter than ever. Christmas is coming, and Olivia is incredibly busy. She has to wait for Santa, make sure dad...
32.
Diego Saves Christmas
(Part of Go, Diego, Go!)
Adapted by: Alexis Romay / Illustrated by: Art Mawhinney
This edition: Trade Paperback, 24 pages
Publication date: October 2, 2007
Ages: 3 - 7
Santa's reindeers are stuck in the snow! Will Diego and his strong friend, Linda the Llama be able to rescue them? Or will Christmas be ruined? Join Diego and his rainforest friends on a Christmas adventure! As an extra...
33.
The Christmas Candle
By: Richard Paul Evans
Illustrated by: Jacob Collins
This edition: Paper Over Board, 32 pages
Publication date: October 2, 2007
Ages: 5 - 8
On his way home for Christmas, Thomas needs a light for his lantern. He stops in an old candlemaker's shop and is dismissive of all of the old man's intricate and beautiful candles, buying an inexpensive one. However, as he...
34.
Mortimer's Christmas Manger
By: Karma Wilson
Illustrated by: Jane Chapman
This edition: Paper Over Board, 40 pages
Publication date: October 2, 2007
Ages: 4 - 8
A holiday story to be cherished by families everywhere
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35.
Danger at Snow Hill
(Part of Dog Watch)
By: Mary Casanova
Illustrated by: Omar Rayyan
This edition: Trade Paperback, 128 pages
Publication date: November 28, 2006
Ages: 8 - 12
Something is lurking in the woods!
Is it a dog? A wolf? Or maybe even a bear? Whatever it is, it's causing a lot of trouble in Pembrook -- scaring kids and getting into the garbage. Dog Watch is on the case, but it has...
36.
The 12 Days of Christmas Anniversary Edition
A Pop-up Celebration
By: Robert Sabuda
Illustrated by: Robert Sabuda
This edition: Novelty, 14 pages
Publication date: October 24, 2006
Ages: 4 - 8
To celebrate the tenth anniversary of the original publication of his classic pop-up, The Twelve Days of Christmas, Saduda has created this special edition, complete with an additional, spectacular new pop-up spread,...
37.
The Last Holiday Concert
By: Andrew Clements
This edition: Trade Paperback, 176 pages
Publication date: October 3, 2006
Ages: 8 - 12
For Hart Evans, being the most popular kid in sixth grade has its advantages. Kids look up to him, and all the teachers let him get away with anything -- all the teachers except the chorus director, Mr. Meinert. When Hart's...
38.
Winter's Tale
An Original Pop-up Journey
Illustrated by: Robert Sabuda
This edition: Novelty, 12 pages
Publication date: September 27, 2005
Ages: 4 - 8
For his latest pop-up masterpiece, best-selling author and illustrator Robert Sabuda has created both the story and the art. The story, whose teller is a mystery until the last spread, is simple and unique. Each spread...
39.
Henry and Mudge and a Very Merry Christmas
(Part of Henry & Mudge)
By: Cynthia Rylant
Illustrated by: Suçie Stevenson
This edition: Hardcover, 40 pages
Publication date: October 5, 2004
Ages: 5 - 7
Christmas at Henry and Mudge's house means cookies and carols and presents, and the whole family gathering for a delicious breakfast (with lots of food falling on the floor for Mudge). It may just be the best Christmas ever...
Other Formats: Trade Paperback
40.
The Legend of Saint Nicholas
By: Demi
Illustrated by: Demi
This edition: Hardcover, 40 pages
Publication date: October 1, 2003
Ages: 5 - 10
From his very first day of life, when he rises from his bath to pray to God, it is clear that Nicholas is a miraculous child with a spiritual destiny. As he grows he is deeply saddened by the sickness, suffering, and death...
41.
On Hanukkah
By: Cathy Goldberg Fishman
Illustrated by: Melanie W. Hall
This edition: Trade Paperback, 40 pages
Publication date: October 1, 2001
Ages: 5 - 8
When Father brings out the menorahs from a box in the closet, a young girl knows it is time for Hanukkah, the eight-day Festival of Lights. Time for the whole family to get together to play dreidels and sing and dance. Time to...
42.
Return to Howliday Inn
By: James Howe
Illustrated by: Alan Daniel
This edition: Hardcover, 168 pages
Publication date: March 28, 1992
Ages: 8 - 12
HOW DID ROSEBUD CHECK OUT FROM HOWLIDAY INN? The Monroes have gone on vacation, once again leaving Harold, Chester, and Howie at Chateau Bow-Wow, which Chester aptly dubbed "Howliday Inn" during their last stay there. The...
