Description: "Christmas is an enchanting time of year for many people around the world. Sparkling lights decorate homes, wrapped gifts are placed under Christmas trees, and carols fill the air. This engaging non-fiction book explains the history and customs of the Christmas holiday and includes entertaining activities that encourage kids to get festive"--
Brief description:
SARAH COOLEY has been teaching for 16 years and enjoys creating resources for educators to use in their classrooms and developing play-based learning activities for her students. You can see some of her ideas on Instagram @firstgraderatlast.
Review Quotes: "Sarah Cooley has written an adorable and incredibly thorough book about Christmas. She seamlessly mixes together unique facts, history, and Christmas-themed activities for children. I found the history behind the Christmas traditions fascinating. Who knew Christmas cards were invented as a time saver? This book would be perfect to read to your children or students around Christmastime. The book would also serve as an exemplary mentor text for a classroom writing unit focusing on 'all about books.' Sarah's book includes a table of contents, headings, bold print vocabulary words, recipes, a glossary, an index, and more! Check this book out. You won't be disappointed." -- Erica Bohrer Blasi, 1st teacher, blogger, and author