2nd Grade Christmas
The Perfect Present
Author: Abby Klein
Overview: Freddy can’t wait for all the toys, toys, toys he put on Christmas list! He’s sure Santa will bring him everything he’s wishing for. But when Freddy learns not every kid is as lucky as he is, he starts to wonder. Could giving presents be as much fun as getting them?
First-grade and kindergarten teacher Abby Klein has been teaching for almost twenty years, and she brings her first-hand knowledge of children to this popular series. As well, she tailors each story and the language in it for new readers–using just the right words as well as the issues that are most important to children this age.
For extra fun, the word “fin” is hidden in every illustration, and children will have a good time playing the games in “Freddy’s Fun Pages” at the end of the book. Attention shark lovers! Freddy Thresher is a first-grade expert on sharks, and each book features cool facts about sharks as an added bonus.
Olive, the Other Reindeer
Author: J. Otto Seibold
Illustrator: Vivian Walsh
Overview: Olive is merrily preparing for Christmas when suddenly she realizes ‘Olive… the other Reindeer… I thought I was a dog. Hmmm, I must be a Reindeer!’ So she quickly hops aboard the polar express and heads to the North Pole. And while Santa and the other reindeer are a bit surprised that a dog wants to join the their team, in the end Olive and her unusual reindeer skills are just what Santa and his veteran reindeer team need. Colorful graphic illustrations accompany this zany dog story from the well-known author and artist team, Vivian and J.otto Seibold. Adorable Olive and her hilarious adventures are sure to make anyone’s Christmas merry.
Magical Snowman
Author: Catherine Walters
Illustrator: Alison Edgson
Overview: Little Rabbit worked all morning to build the perfect snowman, so when his daddy sends him on a venture to pick berries for tea, he is reluctant to leave his new friend behind. Little Rabbit gets lost in the snow & soon discovers the magical bonds of friendship as Snowman comes to guide him back home.
