Angelina's Christmas (Angelina Ballerina) (Hardcover)

by Katharine Holabird (Author), Helen Craig (Illustrator)

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'Angelina has simply charmed her way into becoming a modern children's classic ...' Publishers Weekly "The writing is crisp and clear, the illustrations detailed with a lovely sense of movement and emotion -- Guardian' --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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“Holabird and Craig have teamed up again to offer simple lessons that create a real celebration.” —School Library Journal --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Hardcover: 24 pages
• Publisher: Pleasant Company Publications; First Edition Thus edition (September 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1584851406
• ISBN-13: 978-1584851400
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 8.1 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,661,651 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 'Angelina's Christmas' is a charming addition to the mouseling library, and a wonderful holiday classic for all!, November 29, 2006

By	Erika Sorocco (Southern California, USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Angelina's Christmas (Angelina Ballerina) (Hardcover)

Young Angelina Ballerina couldn't be more upset when she spots old Mr. Bell sitting all by his lonesome at Christmastime, looking like a sad puppy. Mr. Bell used to be the jovial postman in town, who brought gifts and cards to everyone during the holidays, and played the town Santa Claus for all of the little mouselings. Angelina, full of Christmas spirit, decides that it is up to her to make Mr. Bell's season bright. So, with the help of her young cousin Henry, as well as her father, Angelina bundles up some cookies and cakes to bring to Mr. Bell. But when they arrive, Henry is too concerned about Christmas Eve, and whether or not he will have the chance to see Santa Claus in the flesh, to notice the joy that twinkles in Mr. Bell's eyes at the prospect of visitors and good, old-fashioned holiday cheer. When Henry learns that Santa Claus comes in the middle of the night, and that he won't get to speak to the illustrious Saint Nick, he bursts out in tears. That is, until he learns that there's a live Santa Claus living amongst them all, right here in town, and that his presence will not only bring a smile to young Henry's face, but fill old Mr. Bell with the joy of the holiday, as well.

ANGELINA BALLERINA can be called nothing less than a children's icon. Her presence in numerous glorious children's books, and now in her own TV show make her more and more well-known, while her lovable, kind heart grows bigger by the day. Katharine Holabird works wonders with a pen, as she tells the tales of the young, ballet-loving mouseling who has big dreams, accompanied by an even bigger heart; while the gorgeous, full-color illustrations by Helen Craig bring each and every Angelina "tail" to life. ANGELINA'S CHRISTMAS is a charming addition to the mouseling library, and a wonderful holiday classic for all!

Erika Sorocco

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good addition to a Christmas story library, September 16, 2005

By	A. Kasahara - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Angelina's Christmas (Hardcover)

This beautifully illustrated tale gives the reader a warm feeling when a retired postal worker, who is alone in the world, is visited by Angelina and invited to appear as Father Christmas at the school Christmas show. The community appreciates his contribution and he is invited to the school show every year. This is a wonderful reminder to us all that the elderly should not only be cherished, but that they still have much to offer to the community.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Angelina is wonderful, November 25, 2001

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My children love Angelina. This book is a wonderful tale for Christmas. If you haven't met Angelina yet, this book is the perfect time to do so.