Sunday, August 24, 2025
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Friday, August 22, 2025
Monday, August 18, 2025
Christmas Picture Book Review: The Birds of Christmas by Olivia Armstrong
Lovers of Christmas and folktales will enjoy The Birds of Christmas by Olivia Armstrong.
On a chilly night in Bethlehem, the Raven spreads the exciting news to his feathered friends that a child has been born. They fly to a humble stable, where they give gifts to the newborn babe. The little Robin fears he has nothing to give, but quickly discovers even the tinniest bird can make a difference.
The Birds of Christmas is a beautifully told folktale that reminds us we all have special talents and gifts. With the Raven's recurring call to wake up, he spreads the joy of a new baby being born to them. Then the birds busily get to work before meeting the child and his mother, Mary.
Young readers will be treated to reading a legend of how robins got their red breast in a tale that unfolds against the stunning artwork from Mira Miroslavova. Golds and blues blend together in delightful artistry, bringing forth an eye-catching story that will have readers turning page after page.
A unique and meaningful way to celebrate the Nativity can be found in The Birds of Christmas. Coming August 19 from Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, you can pre-order the book now.
- Publisher : Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
- Publication date : August 12, 2025
- Language : English
- Print length : 40 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0802856470
- ISBN-13 : 978-0802856470
- Item Weight : 12 ounces
- Reading age : 4 - 8 years
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. This review contains my honest opinions, which I have not been compensated for in any way.
Sunday, August 17, 2025
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Sunday, August 10, 2025
Christmas... in the News: First Lady Announces Opening of Christmas Event Applications, Knicks vs Cavaliers on Christmas Day & Best Gifts of 2025
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Author Interviews and Guest Posts Now Available at Christmas Year Round
As we head toward the holidays, I am opening this blog up to authors of seasonal fiction and nonfiction to be featured on Christmas Year Round. Must be family-friendly material. We have a set of interview questions to email you, or you can complete a guest post on one of the following three topics:
- What is your favorite part of the holiday season?
- Who is your favorite Christmas story character and why?
- What is your favorite Christmas memory?
- Author bio
- Book blurb
- Links to purchase your book
- Author photo and book cover in jpg format
- Social media links
Monday, August 4, 2025
Three Things to Do in August to Prepare for Christmas
How is it August already? Didn't we just pack away last year's Christmas decorations? It sure feels like that around here anyway.
Though fall doesn't officially arrive in Massachusetts until September 22 this year, back-to-school and fall cleaning are already on our minds. Walk into your local store, and you will probably see Halloween candy. And before you know it, Christmas lights will be on the shelves!
Here are three tasks for you to tackle in August to help make the holidays less stressful.
Start Fall Cleaning
Last month, you compiled your seasonal reading list. Now, it's time to get reading. Plan on reading at least one book a month. It will get you in the holiday mood, and it will help with fall cleaning, because once they are read, you can donate them to someone else to enjoy.
Sunday, August 3, 2025
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