The Christmas Pups - a Review

Ruff, Tuff and Penny, three delightful puppies are abandoned on the side of the road and later picked up and brought to a shelter.  The pups are scared and tired, but soon meet an older dog named Brownie.  Brownie explains to them about Christmas...

"Christmas is ginger cookies under the table,

red glittery balls you're not suppose to play with,

and a stocking with your name on it..." 

Ruff and Tuff want a family all of their own, but more so, they want Penny to be chosen.  Will Ruff and Tuff's plan work?  Will Penny be in a home for Christmas? Find out in The Christmas Pups by Teresa Bateman.

This book is an endearing and a wonderful read, sending a subtle message about the indifference of mankind.  The ending is a happy one and will soon become a Christmas favorite.

The illustrations by John Kanzler are absolutely gorgeous.  The pups almost jump off the page!

For more information on, The Christmas Pups check out Albert Whitman & Company at; http://www.albertwhitman.com/

Christmas Delicious

Christmas is fast approaching, but it's not too late to grab a copy of Christmas Delicious.  This wonderful tale of two mice and their Christmas plans is sure to delight and is a gentle reminder of the true spirit of the holiday.

Raisin and Rice are two lucky mice that live in Zanzibar's Deli where food is at an abundance.  As the day approaches the two mice are busy preparing a Christmas feast, but they soon learn that the holiday is missing something. 

They have plenty of cakes, cookies, and pie - they even have a tree.  So what could it be?

Find out in Christmas Delicious by Lyn Loates.  This book is a wonderful tale of caring and sharing.  Written in rhyme kids are sure to want to hear it time and time again.  The bright, bold illustrations by Mark Jones only adds to the feel and enjoyment of this tale of two mice.

Check out Christmas Delicious at Blue Apple Books; http://www.blueapplebooks.com/
or on Amazon

The Willow Falls Christmas Train

Inspired by a true story come take a journey with Obie and the Christmas train. 

The major of Willow Falls has made a decision, "We have a brand new airport.  We don't need a railroad where our children can get hurt."

What does this mean?  No more brightly painted Christmas train?  No more presents delivered for all the children?

The Willow Falls Christmas Train by William Trombello is a wonderful story of how ordinary people join together to do an extraordinary task.  And how the Christmas train saved the day.

This book tells a timeless tale of people banning together in times of need.  The wonderful illustrations by John Schuller will draw your kids into the story and keep those pages turning.

Check out The Willow Falls Christmas Train on the web at; http://ttc-train.com/lilobie.htm

This book would make a great early Christmas gift and is available at Barnes & Noble