As the years go on, Christmas spirit is sometimes in short supply. Catch the Christmas spirit leads a holiday tour of the sometimes surprising places the reader might expect to find the spirit.This book contains a collection of holiday columns. They are fun and upbeat and full of ideas for people enjoying their second fifty years. They contain ideas for putting together celebrations that are meaningful even though life circumstances are changed. It is especially aimed at people who aren't finding the holidays as much fun as they once did, who find themselves alone, or where Santa doesn't call anymore. Dorothy relates adventures with her overstuffed purse, Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer and a life sized paper mache angel. Who knows what's life sized for an angel? There's a section with 25 ideas for celebrating the Christmas that's right for you. And then, just to keep spirits up all year long, there's Thanksgiving, Easter, the 4th of July, and Thanksgiving. Ideas for reducing Holiday stress (Try charging the doctor for keeping you waiting.) Plenty of chance to create your own holiday. Dorothy Wilhelm is a humorist, professional speaker, and has written a column dedicated to the fact that it's never too late to enjoy life. Most of these columns have been previously published during the 20 years Dorothy has written her newspaper column but they've been updated and new material has been included."

Can the Care Bears help Grumpy Bear find the Christmas spirit?

In the same feel-good style of I Got the Rhythm, this exuberant picture book explores the joys of the holiday season, once again illustrated by award-winning artist Frank Morrison. It's the most wonderful time of the year, and a mother and daughter are enjoying the sights and sounds of the holiday season. The little girl hears sleigh bells ringing and carolers singing. She smells chestnuts roasting--CRUNCH! CRUNCH! CRUNCH!--and sees the flashing lights of the department store windows--BLING! BLING! BLING! She spreads the spirit of giving wherever she goes. And when she reaches Santa, she tells him her Christmas wish--for peace and love everywhere, all the days of the year.

Experience the magic of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch Brand for a younger audience in this sweet Christmas board book for kids! It's Christmas Eve, one of the most magical nights of the year, and one child has a wish: to catch Santa as he delivers gifts so he can hug him tight! Brimming with sweet rhymes and adorable art, this new holiday story will delight readers as they follow the child and his cat and puppy friends in building playful lures and simple traps for the winter legend himself! Filled with sweets, presents, toys, and lots of Christmas spirit, this holiday treat makes a perfect addition to any Christmas stocking stuffer, gift book for babies and toddlers, or a festive and heartwarming holiday read aloud for ages 0-3! It's Christmas Eve and it's my one and only night To catch Santa in my house and hug him really tight. Looking for more read aloud fun? Also in the How to Catch series: My First How to Catch a Witch How to Catch a Gingerbread Man How to Catch an Elf My First How to Catch the Easter Bunny How to Catch a Snowman And more!

Forgetting the menaing of Christmas can make you feel dreary and down. And sometimes you wonder why you can’t help but frown. So, from our family to yours we give you this gift. You’ll find that your family’s spirits will lift. These stories are filled with kindness, Christmas, kinship, and peace. You will notice bad feelings beginning to cease. As you read, listen, and learn from lessons of love, open up just take a look. You’ll find the true spirit of Christmas in your home because of this book. From our family to yours, Merry Christmas! -Parker Johnson

Dragon lovers will jump at the chance to see what raising a friendly dragon just might look like in this hilarious read aloud about a boy and his pet. While dragons may not be the most traditional of pets, the boy explains how his dragon, Sparky, would be the perfect pet and pal. He details tips for how to pick a dragon, what to do when your dragon misbehaves, and what NOT to feed them (broccoli). Clever and wry text paired with bright and comedic illustrations will make Me and My Dragon a storytime favorite for kids and adults alike.