The Wild Christmas Reindeer
By Jan Brett
Teeka, one of Santa’s elves, is supposed to retrain the reindeer after they’ve spent all year running wild. Teeka’s story starts on Dec. 1, and in the side margins of each page, we see the days pass as little industrious elves make toys and prepare for Christmas. (preschool-grade 3)
The Best Hanukkah Ever
By Barbara Diamond Goldin
As the Knoodle family is getting ready to celebrate Hanukkah, everyone decides the perfect gift is the one they would want to receive. Papa is shocked to open a new straw hat with yellow daisies and purple ribbons and Sister doesn’t know what to do with two live frogs. Luckily, the rabbi arrives to straighten things out and teach the Knoodle family the importance of putting others first. (grades 1-3)
Christmas Unwrapped: A Kid’s Winter Wonderland of Holiday Trivia
By Amy Shields
Are you curious about your favorite holiday traditions? Do you want to know which present is the most popular? The answers to these questions and more are included in this informational book. You’ll also find crafts, recipes and jokes. (grades 2-5)
Thanksgiving at the Tappletons’
By Eileen Spinelli
Poor Grandpa Tappleton is as hungry as three elephants. But when the family prepares its big holiday feast, a series of very unfortunate mishaps occur. It’s up to Grandma Tappleton to remind everyone that this holiday is not about what’s on the table, but what’s in your heart. (preschool-grade 3)
