The Christmas Book A Treasury Of Festive Facts

Author : Patrick Harding
Publisher : Metro Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1786064235
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Christmas Book - A Treasury of Festive Facts written by Patrick Harding and published by Metro Publishing. This book was released on 2009-11-02 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the long, cold December weeks leading up to Christmas, as we spend our time frantically panicking about the financial side of the festive season, it's all too easy to forget the traditional nativity story. The real meaning of Christmas and the traditions that have existed for generations are shunted aside as we worry about how many shopping days we have left and how we're going to fit that monster turkey into the oven. In this charming book, Patrick Harding breathes new life into the traditions of Christmas, unravelling myths and mysteries surrounding our favourite time of year. The Christmas Book is a treasure chest of fascinating facts and tasty morsels, all in one delightful and handy volume. From setting the record straight about Jesus' birth, to explaining what a genuine Yule log is, to tracking the evolution of the Christmas card, there's something in here to entertain everyone, young and old alike. The fascinating read is guaranteed to add some much-needed spice to the festive season and will shake the Scrooge out of even the most cynical reader...

Author : Tyler Schwartz
Publisher : Running Press
ISBN 13 : 9780762448579
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Christmas Story Treasury written by Tyler Schwartz and published by Running Press. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Honoring the 30th anniversary of A Christmas Story; produced with the blessing of the Estate of author Jean Shepherd; and featuring stories, pull-out mementos, full-color photos, and even sound, A Christmas Story Treasury is the ultimate salute to America's favorite holiday movie. This interactive book includes: Sound buttons of eight memorable quotes from the film's narrator, Jean Shepherd Certificate of membership to the Little Orphan Annie Secret Circle Recipe cards for Mom's Christmas turkey and Chinese turkey Ralphie's “theme” Replica of the telegram notifying the Old Man about his “major award” (a Leg Lamp) 9 x 12” movie poster “Merry Christmas from the Parkers” greeting card The body of this 48-page book is comprised of behind-the scenes stories and fun history on the film. Fully illustrated with photos throughout, this is the “holy grail of Christmas presents” for fans of the movie.

Author : Jan Brett
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0525517189
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Jan Brett's Christmas Treasury written by Jan Brett and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-10-16 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A festive treasury featuring seven of Jan Brett's classic Christmas titles, a perfect gift that will be the center of family holidays for years to come! This deluxe Christmas collection is the perfect holiday gift! It includes seven of Jan Brett's most beloved Yuletide titles: The Night Before Christmas, Trouble with Trolls, Christmas Trolls, The Mitten, The Hat, The Twelve Days of Christmas, and The Wild Christmas Reindeer.

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Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 0805066217
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Joyful Christmas written by and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2010-09-28 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated collection of Christmas poems, stories, and songs.

Author : Jane Struthers
Publisher : Random House
ISBN 13 : 0091947294
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Book of Christmas written by Jane Struthers and published by Random House. This book was released on 2012 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is the significance of holly at Christmas? When should you make your figgy pudding? Why was the Old Lad's Passing Bell rung on Christmas Eve? And who was Good King Wenceslas? This title provides answers to such questions.

Author : Jack Canfield
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780757306327
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chicken Soup for the Soul Christmas Treasury written by Jack Canfield and published by . This book was released on 2007-10-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chicken Soup for the Soul Christmas Treasury captures the holiday spirit through an extensive story collection that demonstrates the humor, profound joy, and spiritedness that envelops the holiday season known as Christmas. Join popular humorist Dave Barry, bestselling author Robert Fulghum, renowned author and lecturer Joan Wester Anderson, among many others, as they recount the special moments that lend to the magic and joy of the holiday celebration.

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781584760481
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Christmas Keepsake written by and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Readers will dig these books! Groovy Tubes offer more than just a book, they allow children to learn on many levels through reading & playing. An educational book, with fascinating facts, zany illustrations & photographs or realistic art, provides the base of this three-tiered package. Activities at the back of the book & a game board folded into the box with fact-filled quiz cards will provide hours of fun. The play creatures in the spine tube extend the learning in a tactile way, as all components work together to familiarize children with the subject matter. It's been millions of years since the last dinosaur roamed the Earth, but dinosaurs remain the subject of much fascination & study. Dino-Might! teaches what dinosaurs ate, where they lived & how they defended themselves. Also included are possible reasons for their extinction & a timeline that shows the different eras.

Author : Jenny Kellett
Publisher : Bellanova Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 202 pages
Book Rating : 4.64/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Huge Book of Amazing Facts and Interesting Stuff Christmas Edition written by Jenny Kellett and published by Bellanova Books. This book was released on 2023-10-02 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sprinkle Some Festive Cheer On Your Trivia Game! Deck the halls with... facts? Oh yes! Jenny Kellett, the maestro of mind-boggling tidbits, presents her inaugural Christmas edition of her bestselling "HUGE Book of Amazing Facts," freshly wrapped for 2023. Packed tighter than a Christmas stocking, discover over 700 jolly trivia facts that will ho-ho-ho their way into your brain. These aren’t just any facts; they're hand-picked, candy cane sweet, and occasionally nuttier than your Aunt’s Christmas fruitcake. Sneak a Peek Under the Tree: * Evergreens aren't just about the holiday spirit; ancient Egyptians and Romans had a soft spot for them too during winter solstice. * The "We wish you a Merry Christmas" tune? Back in the day, it was less 'wishing' and more 'demanding'! * Male reindeer shed their antlers in early December, while females keep theirs through the winter. So, technically, Rudolph would likely be female! * Rockefeller’s Christmas tree started as... well, let’s just say, modest. But it’s grown in more ways than one! Facts All Wrapped Up in Categories: From "Christmas Around the World" to "The Economics of Christmas," there's something in this festive fact treasury for everyone. And if you've got a penchant for pop culture, a hankering for history, or even a weakness for winter wildlife – we've got a chapter for you. Perfect for Yuletide Yucks and Guffaws: Whether you’re young or just young at heart, this is the ideal read for family gatherings by the fireplace. Warning: might contain some mistletoe mischief! Amp up the holiday vibes and impress the in-laws or that one cousin who thinks they know everything. It’s the season of giving, after all. Why not gift some festive knowledge with the most up-to-date Christmas trivia tome around?

Author : Greg Hildebrandt
Publisher : Unicorn Publishing House
ISBN 13 : 9780881011074
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.7X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Christmas Treasury written by Greg Hildebrandt and published by Unicorn Publishing House. This book was released on 1990-08 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes illustrated versions of eight carols, the story of the Nativity, and the famous narrative poem about St. Nicholas' Christmas Eve visit.

Author : Dover
Publisher : Courier Corporation
ISBN 13 : 0486781844
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Christmas Treasury written by Dover and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2014-08-20 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Features seasonal holiday classics from the turn of the twentieth century, including "The Night Before Christmas," "A Visit to Santa Claus," and "Polar Bear at the Zoo."