A shepherd shears his sheep, cards and spins the wool, weaves and dyes the cloth, and sews a beautiful new red cloak.
Tomie dePaola Books
This author is best known for his children's books, with a career spanning five decades of writing and illustrating. He published over 270 books, often exploring themes of family, childhood, and cultural heritage. His distinctive artistic style and engaging narratives have captivated generations of young readers. His work is celebrated for its warmth and gentle humor.
The Legend of the Poinsettia
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
In Mexico, the poinsettia is called flor de la Nochebuenao flower of the Holy Night. At Christmastime, the flower blooms and flourishes, the quite exquisite red stars lighting up the countryside.This Mexican legend tells how the poinsettia came to be, through a little girl's unselfish gift to the Christ Child. Beloved Newbery honor-winning author and Caldecott honor-winning illustrator Tomie dePaola has embraced the legend using his own special feeling for Christmas. His glorious paintings capture not only the brilliant colors of Mexico and its art, but also the excitement of the children preparing for Christmas and the hope of Lucida, who comes to see what makes a gift truly beautiful.
The Bubble Factory
- 36 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Geschichten aus dem Alten Testament
- 44 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Geschichten aus dem Neuen Testament
- 45 pages
- 2 hours of reading