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Books in Holiday Classics series

  • 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

    Clement Clarke Moore, Jessie Willcox Smith

    Hardcover (HMH Books for Young Readers, Sept. 23, 2014)
    Everyone knows the famous beginning to this beloved holiday poem: “’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house . . .” Clement Moore’s poem was written in 1822 and has been a holiday classic ever since. This edition, with gorgeous illustrations by Jessie Willcox Smith, was first published in 1912 and is considered by many to be the definitive version of the story. This lovely tale is now a part of the Folk Tale Classics series, with gold foil stamping on the cover and full-color illustrations throughout. A beautiful and affordable edition of a classic, this book deserves a place in every child’s library!
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  • The Valentine Bears Gift Edition

    Eve Bunting, Jan Brett

    Hardcover (HMH Books for Young Readers, Dec. 27, 2016)
    Mr. and Mrs. Bear have never celebrated St. Valentine's Day because they hibernate during the winter.
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  • The Mother's Day Mice Gift Edition

    Eve Bunting, Jan Brett

    Hardcover (HMH Books for Young Readers, April 4, 2017)
    “Bring her a daisy,” Biggest Mouse said over his shoulder. “Bring her a rock,” Middle Mouse puffed. “They’re nice,” Little Mouse said. “But they’re not special enough for this special day.” Biggest Mouse, Middle Mouse, and Little Mouse all want to surprise Mother on Mother's Day. But can these playful mice pick the best presents all by themselves without getting into a whole lot of trouble? A charming celebration of Mother's Day, this is the perfect gift to share with someone special. Featuring a striking new cover design at a new trim size in paper-over-board format.
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  • The Gingham Dog and the Calico Cat: Season of Harmony

    Brigid Clark, Chris Noel, Laszlo Kubinyi

    Paperback (Rabbit Ears Entertainment, Nov. 28, 2012)
    Your family will enjoy this endearing story about two Christmas presents—a dog and a cat—who fall out of Santa’s sleigh. By working together—something that doesn’t always come naturally—they find their way to their new home. And, through their example of love for one another, they bring harmony to an entire household. Illustrated by Laszlo Kubinyi. Ages 4 and up. Part of the Rabbit Ears Entertainment Holiday Classics series.
  • The Mother's Day Mice

    Eve Bunting, Jan Brett

    Paperback (Clarion Books, April 18, 1988)
    It's Mother's Day and the three mouse brothers, Biggest, Middle, and Little, have only a short time to get their presents.
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  • Deck the Halls

    Mary Higgins Clark, Carol Higgins Clark

    Mass Market Paperback (Pocket Books, Oct. 1, 2001)
    In their first acclaimed work of collaboration, Mary Higgins Clark, the Queen of Suspense, and her daughter, bestselling author Carol Higgins Clark, create an exciting and entertaining story of a holiday kidnapping. Deck The Halls Three days before Christmas, Regan Reilly, the dynamic young sleuth featured in the novels of Carol Higgins Clark, accidentally meets Alvirah Meehan, Mary Higgins Clark's famous lottery winner and amateur detective, at a New Jersey dentist's office. That's where it all begins. While Regan's mother, Nora, the famous mystery writer, is in the hospital with a broken leg, her husband, Luke, and his chauffeur, Rosita, are kidnapped and held for a million-dollar ransom. Together, Regan and Alvirah track the case as the inept yet dangerous kidnappers make their demands known. Meanwhile, Luke and Rosita are held captive on a houseboat on the Hudson River and a fierce winter storm is gathering force. A true Christmas classic, Deck The Halls blends suspense with poignancy, laugh-out-loud humor, and all-around holiday cheer.
  • 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

    Clement Clarke Moore, Jessie Willcox Smith

    Hardcover (HMH Books for Young Readers, Sept. 26, 2005)
    Everyone knows the famous words: “‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house . . .” Clement C. Moore’s famous poem was written in 1822 and has been a holiday classic ever since. This edition, with gorgeous illustrations by Jessie Willcox Smith, was first published in 1912 and is considered by many to be the definitive version of the story.
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  • 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

    Clement Clarke Moore, Jessie Willcox Smith

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, Oct. 26, 1992)
    'Twas the Night Before Christmas has been in print for more than eighty years, and this version of the beloved poem with classic illustrations has become as much a part of Christmas as Santa Claus.
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  • 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

    Clement Clarke Moore, Jessie Willcox Smith

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, Sept. 26, 2005)
    Everyone knows the famous words: “‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house . . .” Clement C. Moore’s famous poem was written in 1822 and has been a holiday classic ever since. This edition, with gorgeous illustrations by Jessie Willcox Smith, was first published in 1912 and is considered by many to be the definitive version of the story.
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  • 'Twas the Night Before Christmas Send-A-Story

    Clement Clarke Moore, Jessie Willcox Smith

    Paperback (HMH Books for Young Readers, Oct. 25, 2011)
    Clement Moore’s poem was written in 1822 and has been a holiday classic ever since. This edition, with gorgeous illustrations by Jessie Wilcox Smith, was first published in 1912 and is considered by many to be the definitive version of the story.Now, in the Send-A-Story format, this tiny, mailable version complete with addressable flaps and seals is the perfect Christmas treat for loved ones near and far. Why send a card when you can Send-A-Story?
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  • 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

    Rex Perry

    Library Binding (Fitzgerald Books, Jan. 1, 2007)
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  • The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

    Washington Irving

    Paperback (Rabbit Ears Entertainment, LLC, Nov. 19, 2012)
    Washington Irving’s eerie tale of romantic rivalry along the Hudson pits the new schoolmaster Ichabod Crane against the local hero and bully, Brom Bones, for the hand of Katrina Van Tassel. This haunting drama climaxes with the appearance of one of the great, legendary ghosts of all time: the headless horseman. This spirited adaptation by Robert Van Nutt, reflects all the wit, fun and drama of the early American classic. Illustrations by Robert Van Nutt. DVD and CD versions of the same story, using Van Nutt's illustrations and narrated by Glenn Close with music by Tim Story, received the following awards: Parents Magazine – The Year’s Best for Kids; Parents’ Choice Gold Seal Award for Video; Grammy Nomination – Best Recording for Children; Action for Children’s Television (ACT) Award.