Download or read book Encyclopedia of Easter Celebrations Worldwide written by William D. Crump and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2021-02-22 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At Eastertime, the most important holiday in the Christian world, religious processions in many Latin American countries pass over ornate street "carpets" fashioned from colored sawdust, flowers and fruit. Children in Finland and Sweden dress as "Easter witches." In the Caribbean, those who swim on Good Friday risk bad luck. In the Philippines, some penitents volunteer to be crucified. In some European countries, Easter Monday is the day for dousing women with water. With 240 entries, this book explores these and scores of other unusual and sometimes bizarre international Holy Week customs, both sacred and secular, from pilgrimages to Jerusalem to classic seasonal films and television specials.
Download or read book The Easter Egg Escapade written by John Michael Williams and published by Wonder Publishing. This book was released on 1993-12 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A rabbit and his friends have adventures in Eggtown.
Download or read book Supertato written by Sue Hendra and published by Aladdin. This book was released on 2020-06-30 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A spud fulfills his destiny as a supermarket superhero in this delightfully wacky picture book from the creators of Norman the Slug with a Silly Shell! Meet Supertato! He’s the supermarket superhero with eyes everywhere—always on the lookout for danger. When the veggie aisle is thrown into turmoil by an evil pea, Supertato heroically springs into action! But this very, very evil pea won’t go back to the frozen section without a fight. Will justice prevail, or has Supertato finally met his match?
Download or read book The Easter Bunny s Assistant written by Jan Thomas and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2012-01-24 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Easter? I’m so excited!
Download or read book The Miracle Maker written by Ralph Fiennes and published by Thomas Nelson Incorporated. This book was released on 2007-05-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Miracle Maker The greatest story ever told comes to life in spectacular clay-animation. Featuring the voices of an all-star cast, Christ's ageless tale unfolds around the story of a family seeking help for an ailing daughter. When they cross paths with an extraordinary capenter named Jesus, the family's faith is put to the test as the father is torn between allegiance to the king and the desperate need for the miraculous powers of God. Jesus of Nazareth Beginning before the Nativity, and extending through the Crucifixion and Resurrection, Jesus of Nazareth brings to life all the majesty and sweeping drama of the life of Jesus as told in the Gospels. The film provides the setting and background for the birth, childhood, baptism, teaching, and many miracles of the Messiah, culminating in the Resurrection.
Download or read book An A List for Death written by Pamela Hart and published by HarperCollins Australia. This book was released on 2022-06-01 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shooting for fame could end your career ... and your life. A sparkling mystery from a stylish new voice in crime fiction, in a book that will delight fans of Richard Osman and Kerry Greenwood. TV researcher Poppy McGowan has never sought the spotlight and is none too happy to be photographed with rock god Nathan Castle. When the photo pops up on celebrity gossip sites, it sparks a media feeding frenzy, forcing Poppy to go to ground, don a wig, and pull some nifty moves to escape a tailing car. On top of that, she cops abuse from Nathan's outraged fans. None of this would have happened if Poppy hadn't found Nathan's mother Daisy, one-time glamour girl and elderly best friend of her Aunty Mary, bleeding and unconscious in her bathroom. The police dismiss the case as an accident, but Poppy is sure there are questions to be answered. Who attacked Daisy, and why? Will she come out of her coma? What secrets are her gathering family hiding? What happens to Daisy's money if she dies? When a murder occurs outside Daisy's flat, the police step in at last. Unfortunately, they finger Poppy's boyfriend, Tol, for the crime - after all, he had bad blood with the victim. As Daisy's money-hungry family circle amid hints of poisoning, bribery and blackmail, Poppy must find a way to clear Tol's name and ensure Daisy's safety. PRAISE 'A comedic take on celebrity culture, fandom, senior citizens and archaeology. Witty, entertaining, fabulous.' Petronella McGovern, bestselling author of The Good Teacher 'A media-savvy Australian crime novel with a dash of black comedy and enough red herrings and revelations to keep the reader guessing.' The Age 'A deliciously fun murder mystery.' Woman's Day
Download or read book The Smart Cookie written by Jory John and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2021-11-02 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Instant New York Times Bestseller! Be a smart cookie—and don’t miss the fifth picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series from creators Jory John and Pete Oswald! This cookie has never felt like a smart cookie no matter how hard she tries, especially in comparison to all the clever cupcakes and brilliant rolls in the bakery. Will a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of confidence be enough to help her learn that perfect scores and having all the answers aren’t the only ingredients for intelligence? Jory John and Pete Oswald serve up another heaping plate of laughs and lessons with this empowering, witty, and charming addition to their #1 New York Times bestselling series! Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s other funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh: The Bad Seed The Good Egg The Cool Bean The Couch Potato The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape! The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky! That’s What Dinosaurs Do
Download or read book The Couch Potato written by Jory John and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2020-11-03 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Instant New York Times Bestseller * An Instant Indie Bestseller * An Indie Next List Selection Feeling fried? Peel yourself on the couch and meet your new pal-tato! The winning fourth picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, and The Cool Bean, Jory John and Pete Oswald, will get you and your kids moving! The Couch Potato has everything within reach and doesn't have to move from the sunken couch cushion. But when the electricity goes out, Couch Potato is forced to peel away from the comforts of the living room and venture outside. Could fresh air and sunshine possibly be better than the views on screen? Readers of all ages will laugh along as their new best spuddy learns that balancing screen time and playtime is the root to true happiness. Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh: The Bad Seed The Good Egg The Cool Bean The Couch Potato The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape! The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky! The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It Gets That’s What Dinosaurs Do
Download or read book The Easter Bunny That Overslept written by Priscilla & Otto Friedrich and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2002-01-22 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One spring morning, the Easter Bunny skips merrily along to deliver his colorful, hand-painted eggs. But the children tell him that it's Mother's Day, which can only mean one thing: HE SLEPT THROUGH EASTER! Nobody wants eggs on Mother's Day, or on the Fourth of July -- and especially not on Halloween. Children will sympathize with the little bunny's plight and cheer when Santa finds the perfect gift to help! Originally published in 1957, The Easter Bunny that Overslept now returns with a fresh look, promising to delight new generations of children. What a wonderful tale to share at Easter, Mother's Day, Christmas ... or at any time at all!
Download or read book The Adventures of Little Nutbrown Hare written by Sam McBratney and published by Candlewick Press (MA). This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While exploring their surroundings, Big and Little Nutbrown Hare play hide-and-seek in a giant tree, blow dandelions atop a mountain, and chase daddy longlegs across a field.
Download or read book Splat the Cat written by Rob Scotton and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2010-12-07 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's Splat's first day of school, and he's worried. What if he doesn't make any new friends? Nervous kitties wondering about friends and school will enjoy laughing along with Splat the Cat! Just in case, Splat decides to bring along his pet mouse, Seymour, and hides him in his lunchbox. The teacher, Mrs. Wimpydimple, introduces Splat to the class and he soon starts learning all his important cat lessons. But when Seymour escapes and the cats do what cats do (they chase mice!), Splat's worried again. Maybe now he'll lose all his friends, old and new! Just in time, wise Mrs. Wimpydimple takes charge and teaches everyone an important new lesson. Maybe Cat School is going to be okay after all! A fun school story to share in the classroom or at home.
Download or read book The Adventures of Corduroy written by and published by Paramount Books (UT). This book was released on 1996-01-01 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All the stuffed toys at the store try to help Corduroy find his missing button so that he can find a home.
Download or read book Ice Age The Movie Novel written by J. E. Bright and published by HarperEntertainment. This book was released on 2002-02-05 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow the road to adventure. Trail along with a trio of unlikely friends—a moody mammoth named Manfred, a wisecracking sloth named Sid, and a scheming saber-toothed tiger named Diego—on an exciting and sometimes dangerous quest to return a lost human baby to his family. You'll really warm up to this tale about loyalty, acceptance, and the power or friendship, based on the hit movie Ice Age. Don't get left out in the cold!
Download or read book Fancy Nancy and the Missing Easter Bunny written by and published by Fancy Nancy. This book was released on 2017-01-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fancy Nancy can t wait for Easter. And this year, the family is in for a treat. JoJo s class pet, Nibbles the bunny, is staying at the Clancys house for the weekend! Once the Easter baskets have been decorated and the eggs have been hidden, Bree and Freddy come over to begin the Easter egg hunt. But when Nibbles goes missing, it s up to Nancy to find her before anyone notices she s gone. This book comes complete with a fabulous set of stickers! "
Download or read book My Easter Egg Hunt written by Rosie Smith and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Great Easter Egg Hunt written by Melinda Lee Rathjen and published by Worthy Kids/Ideals. This book was released on 2021-01-26 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join the Veggies as they hunt for eggs and discover the true meaning of Easter in this fun and exciting board book. The Great Easter Egg Hunt is finally here! The Veggies can't wait to see what's inside their eggs. Petunia wants an egg with something sparkly and pretty, Laura and Junior are hoping for candy, and Larry is searching for silliness, as usual. But when Junior finds his egg empty, he soon discovers that it is the best egg of all, because it represents the empty tomb and Jesus' Resurrection on Easter. Perfect for little ones embarking on Easter egg hunts of their own, this sturdy board book teaches children the true reason for Easter in a fun and engaging way.
Download or read book The Biggest Easter Egg written by Sonia Sander and published by Turtleback. This book was released on 2006-02-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Emily Elizabeth and Clifford love decorating Easter eggs, but Clifford must find an egg big enough for him to decorate.
