The Story of Holly and Ivy by Rumer Godden, Barbara CooneyIvy, Holly, and Mr. and Mrs. Jones all have one Christmas wish. Ivy, an orphan, wishes for a real home and sets out in search of the grandmother she's sure she can find. Holly, a doll, wishes for a child to bring her to life. And the Joneses wish more than anything for a son or daughter to share their holiday. Can all three wishes come true? This festive tale is perfectly complemented by beloved Barbara Cooney's luminous illustrations, filled with the

The book's lovely illustrations have a somnolent effect: as the girl runs through twilight settings

and ornithological sabotage

She lives in Bethesda

The Magic And Mystery of Trees is the perfect introduction to the world of trees - above and below ground

eating flowers

and the warm expressions between parent and child

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alliterative

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This classic tale is a fantastic way to explore themes like survival

With beautiful pages to color

her presentation of ideas is deft