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Books in Rabbit Ears' Holiday Classics series

  • 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 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.
  • Squanto and the First Thanksgiving: The Legendary American Tale

    Mr. Eric Metaxas

    Paperback (Rabbit Ears Entertainment, LLC, Nov. 15, 2012)
    Discover the moving, true story of the Native American named Squanto, who is captured from his beloved Pawtuxet tribe, taken to Spain, and sold into slavery. Years later, Squanto regains his freedom and embarks on a miraculous journey back to his homeland where he teaches the Pilgrims how to survive the difficult early years in the Plymouth colony--culminating in the first Thanksgiving celebration. A touching drama about trust, faith and renewal beautifully illustrated by Michael Donato. The Rabbit Ears DVD version of this title (narrated by Graham Greene) earned the American Library Association—Notable Children’s Video Award and the Columbus International Film & Video Festival Award.
  • '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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  • A Gingerbread Christmas

    Eric Metaxas, Tim Raglan, John Spiers, Tim Raglin

    Paperback (Rabbit Ears Entertainment, LLC, Nov. 19, 2012)
    Christmas has been canceled in the town of Gloomsbury – and something must be done. So the Prince and Princess of Gingerbread attempt to save the day in this fun-filled holiday classic. This is a merry tale about the true meaning of Christmas. Audio and video versions of this story feature narration by Susan Saint James and lively musical score by Van Dyke Parks. Part of the Rabbit Ears "Holiday Classics" collection.
  • 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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  • Santabear's First Christmas

    Thomas Roberts, Barbara Read, Howard B. Lewis

    Paperback (Rabbit Ears Entertainment, June 19, 2013)
    Way, way up in the cold, cold north, there lives a very special snowy white bear. His name is Santabear. Oh, that wasn't always his name. He earned it on his very first Christmas. And this is the story of how it happened. Adapted by Thomas Roberts from the video, Santabear's First Christmas, produced and directed by Rabbit Ears' fouder, Mark Sottnick, this delightful holiday story will warm your heart. Beautifully illustrated by Howard B. Lewis. Ages 5 and up. Part of the award-winning Rabbit Ears series, Holiday Classics. DVD and digital video downloads of most Rabbit Ears stories are available at Amazon Disc on Demand and Amazon Instant Video. Audiobooks are available at Audible.com. Hard cover library bound editions of most of the books are available at www.rabbitears.com. Rabbit Ears stories open a door to the world of great literature. These are timeless and beloved stories that have delighted generations, and continue to offer powerful lessons for today's audiences. Readers of all ages will explore faraway lands and cultures through folktales. You will walk alongside heroes of long ago legends. And discover master storytellers such as Beatrix Potter, Hans Christian Andersen, and Rudyard Kipling. Original illustrations in full color add another dimension to each story, and the texts will foster a love of reading. Great stories. Great Memories. Get the entire Rabbit Ears library!
  • The Savior Is Born

    Brian Gleeson, Robert Van Nutt

    Paperback (Rabbit Ears Entertainment, Nov. 28, 2012)
    This poignant retelling of the Nativity weaves together the gospels of Matthew and Luke as it follows Mary and Joseph on their journey to Bethlehem, culminating in the touching events surrounding the birth of Jesus. An awe-inspiring tale that captures all the power and beauty of the very first Christmas. Ages 5 and up. Illustrated by Robert Van Nutt. Parents’ Choice Gold Award-winner. Part of the Rabbit Ears Holiday Classics series. CD and DVD versions of this book (available on Amazon.com) feature narration by Morgan Freeman and music by The Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Oxford.
  • The Night Before Christmas

    Clement C. Moore, William Cone

    Paperback (Rabbit Ears Entertainment, LLC, Nov. 19, 2012)
    Dim the lights and gather around the freshly-trimmed tree for a magical Christmas Eve experience that will become a family tradition. The beloved poem from Clement C. Moore captures the true spirit of Christmas. Video (DVD) and audio (CD) versions of this story are read by Meryl Streep and feature additional carols and music by Mark O’Connor, The Edwin Hawkins Singers, Christ Church Cathedral Choir, Van Dyke Parks, Sarah W. Neil and Meryl Streep matched with stirring, illustrations. This wonderful collection of holiday classics is on AudioFile magazine’s lists of Top 7 Family Listening picks and 10 “Favorite Holiday Audios”, and is winner of the Children’s Music Web Award. Part of Rabbit Ears' Holiday Classics series of books, DVDs and CDs.
  • 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.