Download or read book A Very Virginia Christmas written by Wilford Kale and published by . This book was released on 2012-09 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2012 Independent Publishers Gold Medalist. Virginia author Wilford Kale has compiled the very best Virginia Christmas stories and traditions, from wartime and peace, from times of need and times of plenty and merriment, into one handsome volume. These stories and traditions will be familiar to some, but others are known only regionally. You'll want to share each of these tales with friends and family year after year as you celebrate the Christmas season. The readable storytelling of Kale and his contributors will always bring a smile to the faces of children and adults alike. 218 pages, illustrated. and that of his

Download or read book Yes Virginia written by Chris Plehal and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2010-09-28 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1897, eight-year-old Virginia O'Hanlon wrote the New York Sun to ask a simple question: Is there a Santa Claus? The editor's response was a stirring defense of hope, generosity, and the spirit of childhood. His essay has been reprinted countless times since, and the phrase "Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus" has become part of American Christmas lore. Based on these actual events, Yes, Virginia is the story of a little girl who taught a city to believe.

Download or read book The Twelve Days of Christmas in Virginia written by Sue Corbett and published by Twelve Days of Christmas in Am. This book was released on 2018-09-04 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William writes a letter home each of the twelve days he spends exploring Virginia at Christmastime, as his cousin Madison shows him everything from a cardinal in a dogwood tree to eight bluegrass fiddlers fiddling to twelve Eastern Shore plovers looping. Includes facts about Virginia.

Download or read book Very Merry Cookie Party written by Barbara Grunes and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2012-10-12 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over one hundred Christmas cookie recipes, plus tips on throwing the right cookie exchange party for you, to make your holiday season merry and bright. What special cookies evoke Christmastime for you? Gingerbread? Butter cookies shaped like stars? Chocolate chip cookies baked with red and green candies? All your favorite cookies and more are here! Very Merry Cookie Party contains more than 100 recipes for everything from brownies, spice cookies, and nut balls to cookie ornaments, slice-and-bake treats, and recipes for your special holiday stamps, molds, cutters, and cookie press. Learn how to throw a cookie exchange party with friends or at the office, from making invites to suggestions for choosing a worthy charitable cause to benefit during the holiday season. Your toffee-studded Oatmeal Brickle Nuggets, Chocolate Sandwich Cookies with Marshmallow-Mint Filling, or Mini-Eggnog Madeleines will disappear from the cookie table! All of your friends will want your special recipes for Macaroons with Almond Paste, Pistachio and Cranberry Biscotti, Candied-Fruit Florentines, or Father Christmas S’mores, shaped like Santa but oozing with gooey marshmallow filling. Multiply the joys of holiday baking this season. May your Christmas cookie jar overflow with good cheer!

Download or read book Yes Virginia There is a Santa Claus written by Lauren Martin and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-10-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An honest and thought-provoking answer to a child who questions the existence of Santa, Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus is the best children's book to reconnect families to the magic of Christmas, and to answer the question: "Is Santa Claus Real?" In 1897, a little girl, named Virginia, wrote a letter to The New York Sun to ask, "Is Santa Real?" The newspaper 's editor, Francis Pharcellus Church, published his now famous response, Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. Lauren Martin has adapted and illustrated the beautiful words in this public domain work to share the powerful message with children and adults of all ages as a perfect way to respond to any child who doesn't believe in Santa Claus or has lost the magic of Christmas. Copyright (c) 2022 by Lauren Martin. Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus reminds kids, teens and adults that Santa Claus "exists as certainly as love, generosity and devotion exist. The most real things in this world are those that no child or adult can see." Editorial Review: "Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus, adapted and illustrated by Lauren Martin, shares a magnificent retelling of a true event that occurred many years ago at Christmas. In 1897 a young girl named Virginia was having doubts about the existence of Santa Claus. Her friends assured her that Santa was not real, so Virginia wrote a letter to the newspaper in search of an answer. The editor, Francis P. Church, responded with a wonderful and inspiring letter of hope and faith. Lauren Martin has beautifully captured the essence of this response and shares an inspiring and child-friendly version in this lovely book. The original editorial response is also included at the end of the book. Filled with charming and colorful illustrations, this heartwarming story will delight children and readers of all ages. Lauren Martin's adaption of Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus is a joyful and hope-filled retelling of the beloved original letter. Young readers will be captivated as this story highlights the wonder and magic of Christmas. Children are encouraged to believe in things that are not seen or easily proven, but that certainly exist such as love and hope. This beautiful message is important for children and adults alike to remember during the holiday season and throughout the year. The inclusion of the original letter helps children to understand that the existence of Santa has been questioned for many years and the editor's affirming response heartens children to believe that joy and goodness exist in the world. This uplifting book is highly recommended and will surely become a treasured addition to any library." 5-Star Review by Melinda Facal for Readers' Favorite. Read this non-religious Christmas book about Santa alongside The Night Before Christmas and The Polar Express to create a new Christmas Eve tradition as you reignite the true spirit of Christmas and the magic of Santa. Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus is the best children's picture book to use to respond to kids from five to ten to twelve years old who ask, "Is Santa Real?" If you don't know what to do when your child doesn't believe in Santa Claus anymore, let Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus remind children, teens and adults of any age to believe in Santa and the true spirit of Christmas.

Download or read book Virginia Christmas Trivia written by Carole Marsh and published by Gallopade International. This book was released on 2011-03-01 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I spent one winter researching the holiday history, folklore, legend, and more of each and every state,' says Carole marsh. A great coffee-table book or classroom read, this book-in an edition for each U.S. state-shares a wealth of fascinating historical material and trivia about everything from holiday traditions to how we got the Christmas tree, superstitions, and more. From the Yule logs of Maine to snow on the Alamo, you'll love your own state book, but wish you could read them all. Don't forget to send your favorite teacher or grandchild a copy for their state!

Download or read book The Virginia Night Before Christmas written by Ellen Sullivan and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Virginia is ready for the holidays, and from Monticello to the sands of Virginia Beach, the state slumbers on Christmas Eve. All is quiet--except for one young boy and his brother, who happen to hear something strange outside. Could it really be a very special Virginia Santa Claus?

Download or read book A Very Fuddles Christmas written by Frans Vischer and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fuddles—the fat, pampered cat—weathers a wintry wonderland in this holiday story of merry misadventures! The way Fuddles, the overly indulged feline, sees the world, it’s better to receive than give! And what better gift for Fuddles than Christmas? One winter day, he wakes up to the smells and sights of the holiday: a juicy turkey dinner, sweet gingerbread, and a tree decorated with shiny, glittering toys—all for him! But when Fuddles tries to climb the tree, his family chases him away. He runs outside to escape, smack into cold and ice and snow! Will Fuddles ever make it back home in time to celebrate the merriest time of the year?

Download or read book Twas the Night Before Christmas in West Virginia written by and published by Night Before Christmas in. This book was released on 2021-10 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A classic Christmas story featuring all the magic of Santa combined with the magic of your favorite city, state, or country. It's the night before Christmas and you're nestled snug in your bed. Your stocking is hung by the chimney with care--will Santa visit your house? Follow Santa's journey in this magical retelling of a Christmas classic starring the locations and landmarks that make the place where you live special!

Download or read book Gifts from the Heart written by Virginia Brucker and published by Insomniac Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simple ways to make your family's Christmas more meaningful.

Download or read book Yes Virginia There Is a Santa written by Francis Pharcellus Church and published by Delacorte Press. This book was released on 2009-10-21 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautifully illustrated gift edition based on the legendary letter and essay that appeared in 1897 in The New York Sun. That letter and its editorial response have become a Christmastime legend. Little did F.P. Church know back in 1897 that his response would come to stand for the affirmation of all the joy and magic of the holiday season.

Download or read book Very Virginia Culinary Traditions with a Twist written by Junior League of Hampton Roads and published by Favorite Recipes Press (FRP). This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Very Virginia is Tradition with a Twist. Virginia is famous for her rich history and tradition of southern graciousness. Between these pages, you will find the best of Virginia's hospitality generously seasoned with contemporary flair. Over 400 triple-tested recipes emphasizing fresh ingredients and food indigenous to Virginia, such as Crab Mousse, Shenandoah Apple Muffins, Apricot Glazed Pork Tenderloin, Sugar Coated Peanuts, Grilled Breast of Duck, and many more. Seasonal menus for gracious entertaining with suggestions for wine accompaniment. Enjoy a Holiday Breakfast, Terrace Supper, or Moonlight Cruise. An entire section devoted to pastas with appealing entrees such as Bow Ties with Prosciutto and Southern Shrimp Pasta. Quick and easy favorites. Our Quick Raspberry Tart and Chesapeake Crab Spread are perfect for cooks on a tight schedule who like to serve wonderful dishes. *Kids in the Kitchen, a section of child-tested favorites and delightful recipes to prepare with your children including Graham Cracker Brownies and Spaghetti Pie.

Download or read book The Christmas Coat written by Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve and published by South Dakota State Historical Society. This book was released on 2019 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In an authentic portrayal of a Sioux childhood and Christmas traditions, Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve shares a touching holiday story from her youth. Filled with themes of generosity and unexpected joy, the episode takes place on the Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota"--

Download or read book Betty s Virginia Christmas written by Molly Elliott Seawell and published by . This book was released on 2021-09-04 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Virginia Classic Christmas Trivia written by Carole Marsh and published by Carole Marsh Books. This book was released on 1994 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book It s a Southern Thing written by Kelly Kazek and published by . This book was released on 2020-11 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, We were sticky and sweaty 'cause this is the South." This is how the night before Christmas begins in the South. The weather may be balmy sometimes, but Southerners can still put on a Christmas celebration like no other. No matter the weather or the state, there's no mistaking Santa loves the South. This fun, whimsically illustrated version of the traditional "Night Before Christmas" is perfect for families to read aloud at their annual celebrations. Merry Christmas, y'all! "As he flew overhead, he exclaimed in delight: 'Blessed Christmas to y'all and to y'all a good night!'" - 28 Pages

Download or read book Christmas in Virginia written by Narielle Living and published by Blue Fortune Enterprises LLC. This book was released on 2018-11-24 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christmas in Virginia… Where magic happens. Where angels come to earth to help us find our way. Where even the future has a home in Christmas. Where people find each other, even if they didn’t know they were looking. A Family for Christmas When Zoe finds Abby, a lost child, all she wanted was to help locate the girl’s parents. But her search embroils her with a chilling crime scene, a handsome stranger, and Percy, a mysterious social worker. A Life for Christmas As an undercover narcotics detective, Cade knew about the dark side of humanity. He’d seen the worst of the worst, and thought he was immune to almost everything. But when he gets a reassignment by the very high-up management team just in time for Christmas, he doesn’t know if he can get the job done. Adjusting to the new job means adjusting to Percy, his new partner, a graying man that Cade isn’t even sure is sane, much less partner material. A Christmas to Always Remember Percy is back, and he’s here to help Will and Tessa as they navigate their recovery. But can he help Dahlia, too, before she makes a mistake that costs her both her home and her soul? A Different Kind of Christmas Survival is key for those left behind, and Hope is struggling to care for her family while she waits for her husband to return. Will she take the chance to bring her children to safety in a new land? And with everything so different, will there still be a way to have Christmas? Lucky Christmas After agreeing to take her on a ride-along in during a shift, police officer Nick is convinced Kylie is crazy. She’s pushy, uncoordinated, and she has managed to get him in all kinds of trouble with his supervisors. But he soon discovers there is more to this stranger than he ever expected.