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Christmas: From Solstice to Santa
Book 6 in Orca Origins
- Subject
- Holidays & Celebrations - Christmas & Advent
- Age
- 9-12 years
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 80
- Publisher
- Orca Book Publishers
- Size
- 19.6 cm × 23.1 cm
- ISBN
- 9781459813557
Christmas is a popular holiday celebrated by people all over the world. This informative and engaging exploration of Christmas is aimed at the middle grades but will entertain readers of a much wider age range. Learn about the games played, foods eaten, music played and favorite ways of decorating in different parts of the world. With lots of fun facts (about everything from frumenty to the jolly old man in red himself) and recipes, there's plenty in this beautifully illustrated volume to satisfy anyone with an interest in the festive season.
About the creators
Nikki TateAuthor
Nikki Tate is the author of more than 30 books, most of which are for children and teens. Her Footprints title, Deep Roots: How Trees Sustain Our Planet, received several award nominations and was named by the New York Public Library as one of 2016’s Best 100 Books for Kids. She lives in Canmore, Alberta.
Dani Tate-StrattonAuthor
Dani Tate-Stratton lives with her husband in Victoria, British Columbia, but is always plotting her next trip. When she isn’t exploring other cities, she is a graphic designer, writer, compulsive crafter and devoted dog mom.
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What reviewers said
"Fun-filled, with fascinating facts that will appeal to young readers."
“An informative history of the Christian holiday…The narrative is well illustrated.”
"A delightful stocking stuffer for any Christmas lover."
"The conversational tone is as delightful and jovial as Santa Claus himself…[A] survey of the holiday in a pretty package, made a bit more special with its personal touches."
“With personal anecdotes, this is a complete guide to a multiplicity of customs behind Christmas celebrations.”
"A very personal feel. The design is particularly pleasing…[and] adds to the festive feelings suited to the season…One cannot stop reading snippets aloud with the comment 'Did you know this?'"
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