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• An Anishinaabe Christmas

  Kinew, Wab, 1981-

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  Summary/Review: "Picture book about an Anishinaabe family heading to the reservation to visit the baby's grandparents for Christmas. A story about combining Western and Indigenous celebrations, this book is shared in the hopes of bringing people…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Baseball Bats for Christmas

  Kusugak, Michael,

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  Summary/Review: "Celebrate the 35th anniversary of this beloved holiday classic with a fresh edition that preserves the magic of the original story and brings it to life with stunning new illustrations. The year is 1955. Arvaarluk and his friends…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Candy Corn Christmas

  Fenske, Jonathan,

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  Summary/Review: Tired of being forgotten after Halloween, candy corn sets out to join the Christmas cheer, but must prove that holiday joy is not seasonal, and can be shared throughout the year.

• Chicka Chicka Ho Ho Ho

  Boniface, William,

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  Summary/Review: "In this holiday alphabet rhyme, the crew of beloved Chicka Chicka letters get their chance to shine as decorations on the Christmas tree"--Provided by publisher.

• The Christmas Book Flood

  Kilgore, Emily,

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  Summary/Review: Picture book about the search to find just the right book for loved ones in time to all read together on Christmas Eve. Based on Icelandic tradition.

• Cookies for Santa

  the Story of How Santa's Favorite Cookie Saved Christmas

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  Summary/Review: "Every Christmas, millions of children leave cookies out for Santa Claus. What they might not know is that many many years ago, Santa's grandma made cookies for Santa and now every year Santa makes cookies for Mrs. Claus, the elves,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Danny's Christmas List

  Jumbo, Tieska,

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  Summary/Review: When Danny and his family visit a local Christmas market, he finds himself in a chance encounter with Santa. With his list in hand and Santa all alone, Danny sees a chance he must take. Can you guess what Danny asks? Join Danny and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!

  Willems, Mo,

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  Summary/Review: "It’s the most wonderful time of the year—for driving a sleigh! ’Tis also the season—for driving a sleigh! Oh, and joy to the—driving a sleigh! The Pigeon has made a list and checked it once. Can his holiday dream come true? Or will…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Every Other Christmas

  Otey, Katie,

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  Summary/Review: "Every other Christmas, I celebrate with my mom. Every other Christmas, I celebrate with my dad. Sometimes I wish we could still be together. But my favorite holiday is special, no matter who I celebrate with." --

• Gingerbread Dreidels

  Zalben, Jane Breskin,

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  Summary/Review: "When Christmas and the first night of Chanukah occur on the same day, all of Sophie and Max's grandparents come over to partake in both Jewish and Christian traditions together"--

• Hap-pea Holidays

  Baker, Keith, 1953-

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  Summary/Review: "The holidays are here, and that means plenty of gifts to give and joy to share for the peas"--

• How to Celebrate Christmas!

  Holiday Traditions, Rituals, and Rules in a Delightful Story

  Hallinan, P. K.,

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  Summary/Review: Inspire generosity and the spirit of Christmas in your child through this colorful picture book Christmas is a beautiful time of love and friendship, and it's especially heart-warming when seen through the eyes of a child. In How to…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Jingle Bells

  Kirchner, Ben,

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  Summary/Review: Join the one-horse open sleigh and other wacky snowmobiles racing from Jinglewood to Elftown to win the Snowball Run!

• Merry Mittens

  a Moontime Cats Christmas Story

  Morris, Jordan,

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  Summary/Review: "The neighborhood is brighter than usual one night when cat friends Carl, Biscuit, and Peewee meet up to have some fun. Their mission? Making mischief as only cats can! One goes high, one sneaks low, one gets covered in a big plop…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Mr. Santa

  Jarvis, 1985-

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  Summary/Review: "With wit and affection, the inimitable Jarvis imagines the giddy wonder of a child who finds she has Santa all to herself--with free rein to ask all the questions that spring to mind." --

• Next Stop, Christmas!

  Rinker, Sherri Duskey,

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  Summary/Review: Steam Train sets off with cheer, spreading joy and gifts far and near, with carols, treats, and light, bringing sweet dreams on Christmas night.

• The Night Before Christmas

  Moore, Clement Clarke, 1779-1863

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  Summary Since Clement Clarke Moore penned this Christmas classic in 1825, it has been beloved by children around the world. Now Rachel Isadora sets the poem in Africa, capturing the anticipation and excitement of Christmas in her stunning collages.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Night Before Christmas

  Moore, Clement Clarke, 1779-1863

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  Summary Featured title in Shake Up Your Shelves, a campaign to promote inclusive texts in curriculum, library collections, and bookstores Shake Up Your Celebrations

• The Perfect Tree

  Demas, Corinne,

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  Summary/Review: On a quest for the perfect Christmas tree, and following her friends' advice, Bunny looks for one just her size, bushy as Squirrel's tail, perfectly pointy on top for a star, the greenest green, and smells like Christmas, but…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Piece of Black Cake for Santa

  Marshall, Yolanda T.,

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  Summary Femi and her friends planned to leave a few traditional Caribbean treats out for Santa, including Black Cake. The Kids shared warm wishes for their favourite dishes, while enjoying winter activities at the Christmas fair.