A collection of wintertime poems that addresses such questions as: Do rabbits have Christmas? Do rabbits get presents? Do they have secrets and smiles on their faces?

The beauty and spirit of Christmas resounds in the melodic chimes of a church bell in this lyrical picture book by well-known author Tony Johnston with breathtaking illustrations by watercolor artist Cheng-Khee Chee. On Christmas Eve, people bundle up in the cold and follow the sounds of the bell to gather in celebration. Creatures great-children, dogs, cats, and birds-and small stop to listen as a brass band marches through town. The poetry and imagery...

Nearly 200 years ago a distinguished professor of classics wrote a charming holiday poem to amuse his children. "A Visit from St. Nicholas" traveled from Clement C. Moore's family circle into the hearts of people around the world. Today it is best known by its opening line, "'Twas the night before Christmas . . ."This beautiful edition features an interpretation of the Yuletide classic by W. W. Denslow, the original illustrator of L. Frank Baum's...

Once upon a time just as his helpers were about to load the sleigh, Santa Claus announced that he was not going to deliver presents that year because he needed a holiday. What consternation this caused among boys and girls all over the world! Then one boy had an idea--a very good one. This poem tells what it was, how it was carried out and what happened.

In a style that is reverent and faith-filled, Anne Weems reflects on the mystery of the Christmas season. Included in this collection are twenty-six new poems as well as popular selections from her earlier works, especially Reaching for Rainbows and Family Faith Stories. Capturing the spirit of joyful celebration, they can be used in worship services, read aloud at family gatherings, or used by individuals for quiet reflection.

Christmas Started That Way is a collection of poems filled with love and inspiration to remind everyone what this special season means. Each poem tells a story of Christmas trimmed with tradition while sharing the message of how God so loved the world that He gave us Jesus. Make this Christmas the best one yet with poems that will fill your heart with the Savior's promises and the message of love, hope, joy, and peace.

Presents twelve poems celebrating Christmas, covering subjects of interest to children, such as making a Christmas list, performing in the school assembly, and cutting down a tree for the holiday.

"Mary Engelbreit rings in the holiday with a Christmas collection that includes many of her favorite carols, the story of Jesus' birth, and beloved poems that touch the heart and celebrate the miracle of the season."--Front jacket flap.