Heather Vogel Frederick

A Little Women Christmas Heather Vogel Frederick

Brief Description: With Father away serving in the Civil War, Marmee and her girls try to have a cheery Christmas. Marc Notes: With Father away serving in the Civil War, Marmee and her girls try to have a cheery Christmas.; Ages 4-8. Publisher Marketing: A cherished holiday scene from a beloved classic comes to life in this festive, cozy picture book homage to "Little Women." It's almost Christmas, and Jo March is determined that this year, unlike the last, there will be presents. It is in this spirit that she and her dear friend Laurie build a snow maiden for poor, sick Beth. The next day, Beth is thrilled with her present, and each of the girls, in turn, receives a little something from the others. But the best gift of all arrives when Papa, who has been away at war and ill, makes a surprise return home for Christmas dinner. With a timeless message of goodwill and giving and stunning painted artwork, "A Little Women Christmas" makes a perfect gift for fans of Louisa May Alcott's literary treasure as well as for anyone who appreciates the true meaning of Christmas. Review Citations:

Kirkus Reviews 09/01/2014 (EAN 9781442413597, Hardcover)

Publishers Weekly 09/15/2014 (EAN 9781442413597, Hardcover) - *Starred Review

School Library Journal 10/01/2014 pg. 65 (EAN 9781442413597, Hardcover)

Booklist 10/15/2014 pg. 51 (EAN 9781442413597, Hardcover)

PW Children's Starred Reviews 12/01/2014 pg. 60 (EAN 9781442413597, Hardcover)

Booklist 10/15/2014 pg. 51 (EAN 9781481418331, Open Ebook)

Contributor Bio:  Frederick, Heather Vogel Heather Vogel Frederick is the author of the popular Mother-Daughter Book Club series, as well as the highly acclaimed "The Voyage of Patience Goodspeed", "The Education of Patience Goodspeed", and the Spy Mice series. She resides with her family in Portland, Oregon. Visit her at HeatherVogelFrederick.com. Contributor Bio:  Ibatoulline, Bagram Bagram Ibatoulline was born in Russia and educated at the Moscow State Academic Art Institute. His first book was Philip Booth's "Crossing", named a 2001 Best Book by "Publishers Weekly". He is best known for his books with Kate di Camillo, "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane", and "Great Joy". Bagram lives in Gouldsboro, Pennsylvania.