Top Christmas Books
For some families, it just wouldn't be Christmas Eve without reading a special holiday story before bed. Gathered around the living room, cozy and comfortable while some holiday classic is recited, it's a wellanthology'>classic Christmas books.
For the Kids
If you've got a few members of the preschool set in your family, it might be a good idea to start with one of these stories. They're shorter and feature some lovely illustrations, and are an all around good bet when you're dealing with short attention spans.
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''Olive, the Other Reindeer'' by Vivian Walsh: The story of a plucky dog named Olive who believes herself to be Santa's only chance to save Christmas. Based on a real mondegreen.
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song, but this was also a children's story produced for department store Montgomery Ward.
The Tear Jerkers
For a more sobering moment in the middle of your holiday merriment, skip all "The Christmas Shoes" nonsense and enjoy some real pathos. These stories are also short and are typically found in
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"The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry: More of a sweet sadness from this one, a story of love and sacrifice.
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Christmas Music
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Top Christmas Movies for Kids
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Christmas Traditions Around the World
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Hosting a Christmas Party
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Christmas Movies
