The fire in a nearby cabin was warm. Outside, a young soldier stood, his feet were numb with cold. So begins a heartwarming tale of generosity when there was nothing to give. At that time, America was but a dream shared by 11.000 brave souls in the perilous winter of 1777, at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania.
Jack had the perfect Father’s day gift, a brand new compass for his dad. He had purchased it by cutting lawns and doing odd jobs. He and his dad would use the compass on a hike, like real explorers, but there were some unexpected challenges along the trail, as Jack would find out. Now make yourself comfortable and our tale will begin. To all you Dads out there, this one’s for you!
Was Mom surprised! She had no idea that Phillip and Juliana had secretly prepared a wonderful breakfast in the kitchen for her. Yet, this day had started out with a great disappointment and a lot of rain. Discover how the magic of Mother’s Day brought out the best in a boy and girl, and happiness to a grateful mother.
In The Magic Valentine, we’ll meet a young elf, who will come to understand the very special meaning of Valentines day. A day in which letters are sent full of words that speak to the heart. Now sit back with someone special and enjoy The Magic Valentine.
Hanukkah came and a difficult lesson was learned by two neighbors. Raziella and Fruma, struggled to make peace with themselves, and with each other, after a troubling incident. Would they be wise or foolish? It would take the eight days of Hanukkah for an answer to come. We will learn of this in an old Hebrew folktale in which a small miracle takes place at Hanukkah. Here’s wishing you a Happy Hanukkah!
Is Santa Claus truly real? Eight-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon wrote a letter to the editor of the New York Sun, asking this question. The quick response of veteran newsman Francis Church became history’s most reprinted newspaper article. His eloquent answer stands as a light in the darkness of doubt, and restores the joy of believing.
A magical Christmas poem written long ago by Clement C. Moore captured the magic of a holiday all children hold dear. Not only are the names of Santa’s reindeer mentioned, but Santa himself is described in a robust and jolly way. With visions of sugar plums we dedicate this old favorite to the believers, wherever they may be!
Della and Jim were poor, yet happily in love. On the day before Christmas, with little money saved, each found a secret way to afford a very special gift for the other. For them, to give was more important than to receive, as we shall hear. Their heartfelt story brightens the Christmas spirit, as their gifts are truly “worthy of the magi”.
Zach and Ethan were amazed that grandfather Edward has served in the infantry in France at the end of the war in Europe. Edward was touched that these young men were captivated by the history he had lived. It was an unusual Thanksgiving, in which the story of a small stone revealed a world of understanding between generations, and strengthened the ties that bind.
Victor had such a nightmare after eating too much candy on Halloween night. Who would he call to help him wake up from his strange dream? How would he get back home to his bedroom? The answer was printed on a little card, kept in a suit pocket of an old magic coat, locked in an old blue trunk from Cairo. Keep the light on and the windows closed when you listen to this enchanted Halloween tale by Alan M. Scofield.