Holly, Reindeer and Colored Lights: The Story of the Christmas Symbols

by Edna Barth

Paperback, 1981

Status

Available

Local notes

394.266 3 Bar

Barcode

3594

Collection

Publication

Houghton Mifflin (Jp) (1981), 96 pages, $3.95 (Dec. 2017)

Description

Examines the origins of Christmas symbols--trees, ornaments, Yule logs, Santa Claus, cards, Christmas colors, and many other holiday observances.

Language

Original language

English

Physical description

96 p.; 6.75 x 0.25 inches

User reviews

LibraryThing member MarthaL
A brief explanation of various Christmas symbols used through out the world and the meaning behind the background behind them. Simple line drawings and uncluttered pages make this good resource for elementary school libraries.
LibraryThing member Katieflu628
The Christmas spirit all goes back to ancient years. This chapter book displays the various Christmas symbols and how they originated. By combining history and familiar tradition, this book is an engaging learning tool. This helps children understand the underlying importance of christmas and the
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symbols that go along with it. The chapters are engaging and easy to read for this level reader.
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Pages

96

Library's rating

Rating

(3 ratings; 3.3)
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