Books with title The Christmas Surprise

Share the true meaning of Christmas with your children this holiday season with this classic picture book retelling of the Christmas story. First published in 1952, this Little Golden Book adaption of the Christmas story was illustrated by beloved artist Eloise Wilkin. Its simple but poetic text brings to life the story of Jesus' birth in a stable in Bethlehem.

When Nicholas Cranleigh arrives at Cothill Manor to spend Christmas with his sister, he begins to suspect she’s planning more than just a Christmas ball. Her dear friend, Miss Lavinia Dresden, has also come to stay. Nicholas is on his guard, but it’s hard to resist Miss Dresden’s luminous eyes—or her need for a savior.Lavinia Dresden is prepared to sacrifice her future happiness. Her father has arranged her betrothal to a wealthy but notorious baron to save himself from ruinous debt. Lavinia knows her fate will be sealed at the Cothill Christmas ball, but she never considered the cost of her sacrifice until the dashing Lord Cranleigh came into her life.With only five days remaining until Christmas, the question is not whether Nicholas wants to save Miss Dresden—but whether he is able.The Christmas Ruse is a short six-chapter novella that you can either purchase or get for free by signing up for my newsletter on the home page of jenniegoutet.com. Thanks for reading my books!

Christmas is coming, and Paddington has saved just enough money to take the Brown family to Barkridges store to visit Santa's Winter Wonderland. But trouble has a way of finding the lovable bear, so when Paddington decides to lend a helping hand, the whole store is suddenly in chaos. Luckily Mrs. Bird knows just what to do and—with a little help from Santa Claus himself—might even make Paddington's special Christmas wish come true!Since 1958 Michael Bond's beloved character, Paddington Bear, has charmed readers around the world with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This newly repackaged edition of the classic picture book, with illustrations by R. W. Alley, is the perfect introduction to Paddington Bear for young readers.

When Heidi gets in some Christmastime trouble, it will take more than magic to restore the holiday spirit!Christmas is around the corner, and Heidi is very excited. She loves Christmas decorations, Christmas cookies, and, best of all, Christmas presents! But when she takes her mom’s special charm bracelet without asking—and then loses it—Heidi fears that her mom will be angry with her. And when she finally finds the bracelet, it has been totally crushed by a snowplow. Heidi tries to fix the broken bracelet with a spell, but that only makes things worse! Will Heidi have the courage to come clean and tell her mom the truth—and will there still be room for Christmas cheer? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Heidi Heckelbeck chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.

FREE ORNAMENT ACTIVITY Get "The Christmas Story Ornament Set," four keepsake ornaments that match illustrations from The Christmas Story board book, to make with preschoolers. Download the ornament set, for FREE, at OrangeBooksforPreschoolers.com. The Christmas Story retells the story of Jesus' birth, with charming illustrations that perfectly complement simple rhymes young children will soon memorize (and then take great delight in "reading" to you). From the angel's news for Mary, the events surrounding Jesus' birth, and the shepherds' visit, to the wise men's journey some time later, the story is accurately told in an age-appropriate way. Designed especially for toddlers and preschoolers, The Christmas Story is compact, sturdy, and a quick read. The Christmas Story--A full-color, 12-page rhyming board book (about 6 inches square) durable enough for the youngest child, at home or at church. For more resources like this, visit OrangeBooks.com.

"The Christmas Surprise" is a magical story of two siblings that cant seem to sleep when Santa Clause is on his way! With Christmas day knocking on their doorstep they will do anything for the for the next day to come. What great gifts will Santa bring? Interactive fun is found at the back of the book where you and the child can take part in a Christmas activity together.

Very young children are introduced to the beautiful story that changed the world, the birth of the Savior at Christmas.With glorious illustrations by the acclaimed children's book artist Maite Roche, the little ones see and learn about the Wise Men who followed the star to Bethlehem, the sheep and donkeys, the angels and the shepherds, and the Baby Jesus and his Mother Mary, born in the humble stable in Bethlehem.