You may enjoy this cute collection of Christmas stories for children. The Night Before Christmas and Other Popular Stories for Children is a free eBook containing 16 short stories and poems including the poems “The Night Before Christmas” and “The Night After Christmas.”
The featured stories include:
- A special dinner for someone who was accustomed to going without.
- A lesson in diligence for a young lad who was accustomed to forgetting!
- A Christmas surprise for a bedridden mother.
- Being thankful for gifts given that may not be exactly what we expect.
- Lessons learned about quarreling and forgiveness.
And other stories that provide subtle hints that the Spirit of Christmas can last the whole year through.
Yes, this is a book from an older generation (you may have to explain what a tableaux is). But it is full of illustrations and warm thoughts to interest even the youngest.
Wonderful Christmas title … and free!
Free eBook
Additional Resources
The Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore
Our favorite modern version — one for each child — that is read nearly every year! Beautifully illustrated!
“A Visit from Saint Nicholas”
Poetry study and activities.
“The Night After Christmas”
Another poetry study.
Twas the Night Before Christmas Copywork Set — Free
Merry Christmas!
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