Author: Linda Liebrand
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781913382056
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
Grumpy old Farm Tomten just wants to stay at home and avoid the terrible Christmas celebrations altogether. His cousin, Yule Tomten, is up to his ears in Christmas presents and thousands of children waiting. With just two more days till Christmas, will an invite for Christmas coffee be enough to melt Farm Tomten's grumpy heart?
Tomten Saves Christmas - Tomten Räddar Julen
Author: Linda Liebrand
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781913382056
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
Grumpy old Farm Tomten just wants to stay at home and avoid the terrible Christmas celebrations altogether. His cousin, Yule Tomten, is up to his ears in Christmas presents and thousands of children waiting. With just two more days till Christmas, will an invite for Christmas coffee be enough to melt Farm Tomten's grumpy heart?
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781913382056
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
Grumpy old Farm Tomten just wants to stay at home and avoid the terrible Christmas celebrations altogether. His cousin, Yule Tomten, is up to his ears in Christmas presents and thousands of children waiting. With just two more days till Christmas, will an invite for Christmas coffee be enough to melt Farm Tomten's grumpy heart?
The Tomten
Author: Astrid Lindgren
Publisher: Puffin Books
ISBN: 9780698115910
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This classic story of the Tomten’s nocturnal visits to all of the residents of wintry farm has been reminding children of the promise of spring for decades. “The friendly troll Tomten will be a welcome visitor. . . . Highly recommended.”—School Library Journal (starred review) “Wiberg’s lovely, full-color paintings convey the hushed atmosphere of night in the Swedish countryside and also the sweet charms of the Tomten. . . . The gentle story with its eye-filling scenes is an apt choice for a bedtime read-aloud.”—Publishers Weekly “A picture book of rare distinction.”—The Chicago Tribune An ALA Notable Book A Parents’ Choice Paperback Award Winner
Publisher: Puffin Books
ISBN: 9780698115910
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This classic story of the Tomten’s nocturnal visits to all of the residents of wintry farm has been reminding children of the promise of spring for decades. “The friendly troll Tomten will be a welcome visitor. . . . Highly recommended.”—School Library Journal (starred review) “Wiberg’s lovely, full-color paintings convey the hushed atmosphere of night in the Swedish countryside and also the sweet charms of the Tomten. . . . The gentle story with its eye-filling scenes is an apt choice for a bedtime read-aloud.”—Publishers Weekly “A picture book of rare distinction.”—The Chicago Tribune An ALA Notable Book A Parents’ Choice Paperback Award Winner
The Tomtes' Christmas Porridge
Author: Sven Nordqvist
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781782508588
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A playful holiday picture book from Sven Nordqvist (creator of The Dog Walk and Findus and Pettson) with a story based on a Swedish Christmas tradition. It's Christmas Eve, and Papa tomte is eagerly waiting for the human family to leave out a bowl of porridge. But Mama tomte has a terrible feeling the family have forgotten! Mama tomte and the children hatch a plan to steal a bowl of Christmas porridge. Can they sneak through the house without being seen? Sven Nordqvist, one of Sweden's most popular author and illustrators, is inspired by the tradition of leaving a sweet treat to thank the tomtes (magical gnome-like creatures) in this charming story that's full of delightful details.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781782508588
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A playful holiday picture book from Sven Nordqvist (creator of The Dog Walk and Findus and Pettson) with a story based on a Swedish Christmas tradition. It's Christmas Eve, and Papa tomte is eagerly waiting for the human family to leave out a bowl of porridge. But Mama tomte has a terrible feeling the family have forgotten! Mama tomte and the children hatch a plan to steal a bowl of Christmas porridge. Can they sneak through the house without being seen? Sven Nordqvist, one of Sweden's most popular author and illustrators, is inspired by the tradition of leaving a sweet treat to thank the tomtes (magical gnome-like creatures) in this charming story that's full of delightful details.
The Yule Tomte and the Little Rabbits
Author: Ulf Stark
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781782501367
Category : Christmas stories, Swedish
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
Grump the Yule Tomte lives all alone, which is exactly how he likes it! He's waiting for Christmas to arrive when all of a sudden a gust of wind steals his mittens from the washing line and his hat from his head. That's the last straw -- he won't be the Yule Tomte any more! Binny and Barty, the rabbit children, live with their family in the forest. They've never heard of Christmas, or the Yule Tomte, until the wind brings them some strange gifts... All the animals in the forest prepare for the arrival of Christmas. They make presents, bake sweet treats and even write a song. But will the Yule Tomte ever bring Christmas to the big forest? This charming and funny Christmas story of a grumpy tomte and the hopeful little rabbits is told over twenty-five chapters -- one for each day of Advent -- with delightful festive illustrations. Perfect for families to share together.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781782501367
Category : Christmas stories, Swedish
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
Grump the Yule Tomte lives all alone, which is exactly how he likes it! He's waiting for Christmas to arrive when all of a sudden a gust of wind steals his mittens from the washing line and his hat from his head. That's the last straw -- he won't be the Yule Tomte any more! Binny and Barty, the rabbit children, live with their family in the forest. They've never heard of Christmas, or the Yule Tomte, until the wind brings them some strange gifts... All the animals in the forest prepare for the arrival of Christmas. They make presents, bake sweet treats and even write a song. But will the Yule Tomte ever bring Christmas to the big forest? This charming and funny Christmas story of a grumpy tomte and the hopeful little rabbits is told over twenty-five chapters -- one for each day of Advent -- with delightful festive illustrations. Perfect for families to share together.
Astrid Lindgren's Tomten Tales
Author: Astrid Lindgren
Publisher: Flo
ISBN: 9781782504610
Category : Children's stories, Swedish
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Collector's combined edition of Astrid Lindgren's two classic Tomten tales, The Tomten and The Tomten and the Fox.
Publisher: Flo
ISBN: 9781782504610
Category : Children's stories, Swedish
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Collector's combined edition of Astrid Lindgren's two classic Tomten tales, The Tomten and The Tomten and the Fox.
The Tomten and the Fox
Author: Karl-Erik Forsslund
Publisher: Perfection Learning
ISBN: 9780812487305
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
"Charming, hushed illustrations and quiet text together evoke the soft, snowy silence and winter beauty of a Swedish night".--School Library Journal. Full-color illustrations.
Publisher: Perfection Learning
ISBN: 9780812487305
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
"Charming, hushed illustrations and quiet text together evoke the soft, snowy silence and winter beauty of a Swedish night".--School Library Journal. Full-color illustrations.
The Christmas Wish
Author: Lori Evert
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0593564219
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 31
Book Description
Celebrate the season with this New York Times bestselling wintry tale that will have readers of all ages believing in the magic of Christmas. This is one to pull out every year and savor all winter long! In the merry tradition of classics like The Polar Express, this special picture book captures the holiday spirit. This is a timeless classic one to reread every year and savor all winter long! Long ago, a brave little girl named Anja wanted to be one of Santa's elves.So she leaves a note for her family and helps her elderly neighbor prepare for the holiday, then she straps on her skis, and heads out into the snowy landscape. From a red bird to a polar bear to a reindeer, a menagerie of winter animals help Anja make her way to Santa. A generous trim-size, matte cover, extraordinary photographs, and foiled title make this a special book for the holiday season. And don't miss the other "Wish" books: The Reindeer Wish The Tiny Wish The Brave Little Puppy The Puppy's Wish The Polar Bear Wish
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0593564219
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 31
Book Description
Celebrate the season with this New York Times bestselling wintry tale that will have readers of all ages believing in the magic of Christmas. This is one to pull out every year and savor all winter long! In the merry tradition of classics like The Polar Express, this special picture book captures the holiday spirit. This is a timeless classic one to reread every year and savor all winter long! Long ago, a brave little girl named Anja wanted to be one of Santa's elves.So she leaves a note for her family and helps her elderly neighbor prepare for the holiday, then she straps on her skis, and heads out into the snowy landscape. From a red bird to a polar bear to a reindeer, a menagerie of winter animals help Anja make her way to Santa. A generous trim-size, matte cover, extraordinary photographs, and foiled title make this a special book for the holiday season. And don't miss the other "Wish" books: The Reindeer Wish The Tiny Wish The Brave Little Puppy The Puppy's Wish The Polar Bear Wish
Hedgie's Surprise
Author: Jan Brett
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0399549307
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Jan Brett's beloved character Hedgie stars in this charming story about a little Tomten who gets tired of porridge for breakfast and starts stealing Henny's eggs. But Henny wants a brood of chicks and she needs her eggs. With the help of clever Hedgie, she substitutes an acorn, a strawberry, a mushroom and finally a potato in her nest. But nothing stops that Tomten until the little hedgehog hides in Henny's nest: when the Tomten reaches in to get his morning treat, all he gets is a handful of prickles. He runs home for porridge and never comes back again! Intricate needlepoint patterns of Scandinavian designs frame the characters reacting from the borders in this beautiful picture book set in Denmark.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0399549307
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Jan Brett's beloved character Hedgie stars in this charming story about a little Tomten who gets tired of porridge for breakfast and starts stealing Henny's eggs. But Henny wants a brood of chicks and she needs her eggs. With the help of clever Hedgie, she substitutes an acorn, a strawberry, a mushroom and finally a potato in her nest. But nothing stops that Tomten until the little hedgehog hides in Henny's nest: when the Tomten reaches in to get his morning treat, all he gets is a handful of prickles. He runs home for porridge and never comes back again! Intricate needlepoint patterns of Scandinavian designs frame the characters reacting from the borders in this beautiful picture book set in Denmark.
Only Tomten Is Awake
Author: Viktor Rydberg
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692589724
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Tomten comes for his annual visit to the farm in the dark and cold of midwinter night. He inspects the farm and checks up on the animals with a perplexing riddle on his mind. Finally, he looks in on the master, his spouse and the children. All seems well, as it always has before, but the riddle continues to tease him when only Tomten is awake.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692589724
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
Tomten comes for his annual visit to the farm in the dark and cold of midwinter night. He inspects the farm and checks up on the animals with a perplexing riddle on his mind. Finally, he looks in on the master, his spouse and the children. All seems well, as it always has before, but the riddle continues to tease him when only Tomten is awake.
Tree of Cranes
Author: Allen Say
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0547350481
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
As a young Japanese boy recovers from a bad chill, his mother busily folds origami paper into delicate silver cranes in preparation for the boy's very first Christmas.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0547350481
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
As a young Japanese boy recovers from a bad chill, his mother busily folds origami paper into delicate silver cranes in preparation for the boy's very first Christmas.