Download or read book Good Stories for Holidays written by Frances Jenkins Olcott and published by Library of Alexandria. This book was released on 2020-09-28 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Good Stories for Great Holidays written by Frances Jenkins Olcott and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-11-27 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Good Stories for Great Holidays" is a collection of some of the greatest short stories by numerous authors. Aimed at the entertainment of kids and adults, the book contains pieces by Charles Dickens, Hans Christian Andersen, Charles W. Moore, Henry Cabot Lodge, Mary Austin, Ralph Connor, Washington Irving, the Brothers Grimm, and many others.

Download or read book Christmas Collection The Best Holiday Novels Stories Carols Legends written by Selma Lagerlöf and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-11-13 with total page 6685 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat presents to you this unique collection of the greatest Christmas classics: most beloved novels, tales, legends, poetry & carols - to warm up your heart and rekindle your holiday sparkle: The First Christmas Of New England (Harriet Beecher Stowe) The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As Joseph Was A-Walking The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter) Where Love Is, God Is (Leo Tolstoy) The Three Kings (Henry Wadsworth Longfellow) A Christmas Carol (Samuel Taylor Coleridge) Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (L. Frank Baum) Christmas At Sea (Robert Louis Stevenson) The Savior Must Have Been A Docile Gentleman (Emily Dickinson) The Heavenly Christmas Tree (Fyodor Dostoevsky) The Little City of Hope (F. Marion Crawford) Christmas in the Olden Time (Walter Scott) Christmas In India (Rudyard Kipling) A Christmas Carol (Charles Dickens) The Twelve Days of Christmas The Wonderful Wizard of OZ (L. Frank Baum) Ring Out, Wild Bells (Alfred Lord Tennyson) Little Lord Fauntleroy (Frances Hodgson Burnett) Black Beauty (Anna Sewell) The Christmas Child (Hesba Stretton) Granny's Wonderful Chair (Frances Browne) The Romance of a Christmas Card (Kate Douglas Wiggin) Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame) The Wonderful Life - Story of the life and death of our Lord (Hesba Stretton) The Christmas Angel (A. Brown) Christmas at Thompson Hall (Anthony Trollope) Christmas Every Day (William Dean Howells) The Lost Word (Henry van Dyke) The Nutcracker and the Mouse King (E. T. A. Hoffmann) The Little Match Girl The Elves and the Shoemaker Mother Holle The Star Talers Snow-White...

Download or read book Jack and Kitty s Feel Good Stories The House That Built A Man and Other Tales written by Kitty Norton and published by Jack and Kitty Media Group. This book was released on 2024-02-20 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When was the last time you felt truly fantastic? Do you crave stories that bring the joy of crisp new bed sheets, a cozy cup of tea, or laughter that leaves you breathless? Let yourself be swept away by Jack and Kitty's Feel-Good Stories, a collection of 11 heartwarming tales guaranteed to get you hooked on a feeling that can only be described as amazing. A woman rediscovers her voice while listening to the forest's melody. A bully is surprised to feel the true meaning of friendship. A dog left on a doorstep with a note on his collar brings two families together. A man builds a house by hand for his wife, only to realize the gift he received in return. A young boy masters the art of old-fashioned chores with his Grandpa ... and more stories that will touch your heart. Give yourself the gift of happiness with these uplifting tales. Whether you're in need of a pick-me-up, a bit of healing, or a spark of inspiration, this collection is your perfect companion.

Download or read book CHARLES DICKENS The Complete Short Stories 190 Christmas Tales Social Sketches Tales for Children Other Stories Illustrated written by Charles Dickens and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2017-02-27 with total page 3167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully crafted ebook: “CHARLES DICKENS – The Complete Short Stories: 190+ Christmas Tales, Social Sketches, Tales for Children & Other Stories (Illustrated)” is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Christmas Novellas A Christmas Carol The Chimes The Cricket on the Hearth The Battle of Life The Haunted Man Short Story Collections Sketches by Boz Sketches of Young Gentlemen Sketches of Young Couples Master Humphrey' Clock Reprinted Pieces The Mudfog Papers Pearl-Fishing (First Series) Pearl-Fishing (Second Series) Christmas Stories Other Stories Children's Books Child's Dream of a Star Holiday Romance Stories About Children Every Child Can Read Criticism Appreciations and Criticisms of the Works of Charles Dickens The Limitations of Dickens by Henry James The Puzzle of Dickens's Last Plot by Andrew Lang David Copperfield by Virginia Woolf Biographies Charles Dickens by G. K. Chesterton The Life of Charles Dickens by John Forster Dickens' London by M. F. Mansfield Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime, and by the twentieth century critics and scholars had recognized him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories enjoy lasting popularity.

Download or read book Jack and Kitty s Feel Good Stories for Dog Lovers written by Kitty Norton and published by Jack and Kitty Media Group. This book was released on 2024-09-25 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the dawn of time, dogs have been more than just pets; they are our loyal friends, our confidants, and a source of endless joy. Jack and Kitty's Feel-Good Stories for Dog Lovers is a heartwarming collection that celebrates these amazing companions who bring so much happiness into our lives. The true story of the first astronaut dog who journeyed into space. The sports-loving "adventure dog" who rescues her owner from drowning. The stray dog who forms a protective bond with a special-needs child. The affectionate pug who heals the anxious heart of his owner. The rambunctious shelter puppies who flood their building - but inspire a miraculous surprise ... and many more memorable pups who will steal your heart! Whether you're a lifelong dog enthusiast or simply cherish heartwarming stories, this book is for you. From laugh-out-loud anecdotes to touching accounts of friendship and bravery, each story takes you on a delightful journey through the world of our four-legged friends. Unleash the power of unconditional love and healing in this uplifting collection of tail-wagging tales!

Download or read book Good stories for great birthdays written by Frances Jenkins Olcott and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-02 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Frances Jenkins Olcott's book 'Good Stories for Great Birthdays' is a collection of classic tales and fables carefully selected for their timeless appeal to young readers. With a delightful mix of folklore, fairy tales, and moral stories, Olcott's literary style is engaging and accessible, making it a perfect choice for children's bedtime reading or classroom discussions. The book provides a glimpse into the rich literary tradition aimed at instilling values and life lessons in young minds. Olcott's selection of stories reflects her deep understanding of the importance of storytelling in shaping character and moral development. Her work stands as a testament to the enduring power of children's literature in capturing the imagination and fostering empathy. Recommended for parents, educators, and anyone looking to enrich a child's reading experience with meaningful and entertaining stories.

Download or read book Wonder A Soul Savers Collection of Holiday Short Stories Recipes written by Kristie Cook and published by Ang'dora Productions, LLC. This book was released on 2014-10-01 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Short Stories for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s – Including a Choose-Your-Own-Ending A fun collection of holiday short stories and recipes from Kristie Cook’s internationally bestselling Soul Savers Series. Last year’s shorts for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s have been rewrapped into one big gift, along with NEW content. Bonus material includes two stories for Halloween – including a choose-your-own-adventure-type ending! Also, find recipes for each holiday, submitted by the most avid of Soul Savers fans. That’s 11 short stories and 48 recipes in one neat package ready for the holiday season. Enjoy your Halloween treats with a scary story from Tristan and Alexis and a choose-your-own-adventure where you get to decide your fate—supernatural or human. Stuff yourself full with three Thanksgiving stories about a baby vampire yearning for a traditional feast, a lost werewolf who finds love, and Tristan, Alexis, and the crew struggling to enjoy dinner when the enemy attacks. Open three gifts that include a Daemoni warlock finding her own way to celebrate anti-Christmas, a vampire converted to the good side who discovers the miracle of Christmas, and a special, fan-inspired story from Tristan – winner of multiple best hero/best book boyfriend awards, including UtopYA Con 2014 Best Supernatural Hero. Finally, ring in the New Year with a were-romance, a party that tests four witches’ resolutions, and your favorite couple struggling to grab their midnight kiss.

Download or read book The Wonder Garden Nature Myths and Tales from All the World Over for Story Telling and Reading Aloud and for the Children s Own Reading written by Frances Jenkins Olcott and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This ‘Wonder Book’, written by Frances Jenkins Olcott, is a collection of over 150 nature myths and tales from all parts of the world, illustrated by Milo Winter. It’s 500 pages provide a vast array of tales, including tales of flowers, fairies, dragons, talking birds, magic waters and enchanted forests, that children can revel and delight in. Winter (1888 – 1956) was best-loved for his animal drawings, and was among the artists working in the later stages of the ‘Golden Age’. His work can be identified from its masterful accuracy, humorous touches, personality, and attention to detail. Winter produced artwork for such well-known tales as Aesop’s Fables, Arabian Nights, Alice in Wonderland, and Gulliver’s Tales. Presented alongside the text, his illustrations further refine and elucidate Olcott’s captivating storytelling. A bit of the Sky fell down one day; It touched a Star and glanced away; A spark from the Star in its breast it bore, And fell to the earth, and was no more. Up sprang from the grass a tiny flower That brightly grew ‘neath sun and shower:- The bit of the Sky in its petals blue, The spark from the Star in its bodom, too. The Star gazed down at its happy lot, And whispered, ‘Dear, forget-me-not!’

Download or read book Stories Behind the Great Traditions of Christmas written by Ace Collins and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2010-05-04 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever wonder where some of our unique and meaningful Christmas traditions come from? Why are red and green popular colors of the season? Why is exchanging gifts a family tradition? Stories Behind the Great Traditions of Christmas reveals the people, places, and events that shaped the best-loved customs of this merriest of holidays and how they all point to Christ. Stories Behind the Great Traditions of Christmas includes insights about: Gift giving Christmas trees Caroling Nativity scenes Yule logs Stockings Advent wreaths Mistletoe Holly, and more! This is the perfect gift to infuse your celebration with spiritual insights, true-life tales, and captivating legends to intrigue you and your family. Bring new luster and depth to your modern traditions while you celebrate Jesus' birth. The traditions of Christmas lend beauty, awe, and hope to the holiday, causing people all over the world to anticipate it with joy. Warm your heart as you rediscover the true and eternal significance of Christmas.

Download or read book Illustrated Catalogue of Books Standard and Holiday written by McClurg, Firm, Booksellers, Chicago and published by . This book was released on 1897 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book More Stories Behind the Best Loved Songs of Christmas written by Ace Collins and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2006 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ace Collins has dug deep to uncover the true stories behind your favorite Christmas songs. Explore how these songs came into being, and discover a deeper appreciation for these melodic messages of peace, hope, and joy that celebrate the birth of Jesus.

Download or read book Books for Christmas for the Children written by Corinne Bacon and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Thoughts from the Pond Holiday Short Story Collection written by R. Williams and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2006-09-01 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Holiday Short Story Collection by Thoughts from the Pond is a set of nine heart-warming original short stories including four award winners by RL Williams. The holiday themes capture the true spirit of the holiday season through nine different slices of life. Stories include Snowflake, Angel Rescue, Magic Balloons, Lori's Silent Night, Christmas Carousel, The Christmas Duck, War Takes a Holiday, That Christmas Spirit, and The Snowman Contest. Experience the spirit of the holiday season reading this collection alone or with family and friends. Also included in this edition is a special free bonus children's story titled The Quackers Family which is great to share with children year round. The author has dedicated this book to all lost and homeless animals, past and present. The Holiday Short Story Collection makes a great gift that is truly unique.

Download or read book Books for Boys and Girls written by and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Iowa s Best 365 Unique Adventures written by Kitty Norton and published by Jack and Kitty Media Group. This book was released on 2024-08-14 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: UPDATED AND EXPANDED FOR 2025-2026! Iowa...a state filled with exciting adventures, heartwarming culture, and unforgettable experiences! Embark on a year-long journey through the diverse landscape and rich culture of the Hawkeye State with "Iowa's Best: 365 Unique Adventures - The Essential Guide to Unforgettable Experiences in the Hawkeye State (2025-2026 Edition)". From the rolling farmland to vibrant cityscapes, Iowa has a unique adventure waiting for you every day of the year. This meticulously curated guide invites you to explore Iowa like never before. Immerse yourself in essential experiences, delve into cultural treasures, find fun for the whole family, discover urban hotspots, bask in natural beauty, relish culinary delights, and indulge in a variety of activities that make Iowa truly special. Organized into distinct categories such as "Nature and Wildlife Adventures," "Outdoor Adventures," "Seasonal Adventures," "Culinary Adventures," and "Adventures at Quirky Roadside Attractions," this guide ensures that you have a trove of activities to choose from based on your interest. Also included are invaluable chapters on "Travel Basics," "Accommodation Suggestions," "Transportation," "Local Cuisine," and "Additional Resources," providing practical information to help you plan your journey more effectively. Each activity is presented with a detailed description, necessary information, insider tips, and reasons why it will make your Iowa trip memorable. No two adventures are the same - you're assured a unique experience each day, whether it's exploring a historic landmark, taking part in a local festival, or relaxing in a nature retreat. "Iowa's Best: 365 Unique Adventures" is not just a travel guide, it's your companion in discovering the hidden gems and local favorites that encapsulate Iowa's charm and spirit. Join us on this journey through the heartland of America and create your own unforgettable experiences in Iowa. So whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a history buff, a foodie, or a family on vacation, make the most of your Iowa adventure with this essential guide. Explore, experience, and enjoy Iowa in 365 unique ways!

Download or read book 101 Bizarre Quirky and Totally Fun Adventures in the Midwest written by Jack Norton and published by Jack and Kitty Media Group. This book was released on 2024-04-29 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ready for a wild ride through the wonderfully weird Midwest? The Midwest is known for its lakes, beer, cheese curds, state fairs, and four seasons... but did you know we also have plenty of awesomely WACKY places for you to explore? Fun weirdos, unite! 101 Bizarre, Quirky, and Totally Fun Adventures in the Midwest is your ultimate guide to the region's most extraordinary and unforgettable attractions. From gravity-defying vortexes and mythical creatures to human hair art and automotive Stonehenges, this book unveils the hidden gems that will leave you amazed, amused, and eager to explore. Perfect for families seeking laughter-filled expeditions, this is your passport to the peculiar treasures that make the Midwest a must-visit destination for the bold and curious. Get ready to experience the 12 states in the heart of America like never before!