Capture the holiday spirit with these wonderfully illustrated, nostalgic tales that the whole family will love reading! Make them a part of your family tradition this holiday season -- and for many holidays to come!

In the dark of winter, deep in the woods, a lone bear is awakened from his winter sleep by a soft and mysterious sound. Under the stars the bear finds his way step by step through the snowy forest, making friends along his route. Then the bear discovers a place in the woods that glows magically with something he and his friends could never have imagined -- their first Christmas. Robert Kinerk's inspired story and Jim LaMarche's glimmering illustrations combine in a picture book that captures the joy and spirit of Christmas. Come along with bear and his friends and see the magical light of Bear's First Christmas.

After taking a walk on Christmas Eve while their freshly baked gingerbread cools, Papa, Mama, and Baby Bear arrive home to encounter another "trespasser," who does not have golden hair but wears a red suit and leaves presents.

Determined to find out what Santa Claus looks like, a little bear sleeps as much as he can before winter hibernation, wakes himself up with his mother's alarm clock, and sets out into the snowy countryside.

The Teddy Bear's First Christmas is an engaging, entertaining story, which weaves the tale of Mrs. Claus and three devoted elves helping Santa Claus discover the story behind the first Teddy Bear. Along the way the characters meet historical figures of the day and travel across the globe in their quest to uncover this holiday mystery. The Teddy Bear's First Christmas is sure to be a holiday classic and beloved children's story.

When Little Bear wakes up after sleeping through winter, he listens while all of his friends tell stories about Christmas. Little Bear doesn’t know what Christmas is all about, but learns about trees being decorated with popcorn and lights, and how Santa Claus delivers presents for all of the animals in the forest. Little Bear’s mommy explains that Christmas comes in the wintertime when they are asleep, so they aren’t able to celebrate this special holiday. This news makes Little Bear very sad. Find out what happens the following year when Little Bear’s friends decide to wake him up for Christmas.

"There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity..." Ecclesiastes 3:1 NIV. Sit back and relax as you joyfully follow these adventures and Excursions with Mama Scottie and the Kids. You will see the beauty and feel the excitement as the "kids" explore new places and meet new friendswith Mama Scottie. From their first airplane ride to decorating the Christmas tree. From feeling as castaways to accepting each other to finding a new home where they are wanted, cared for and loved. Watch this family grow asnew members are added. Chuckle at the antics of Katie, Murphy, Sally and the rest of the "kids". Elizabeth Scott's unique ability to paint pictures with words, brings to life each character as they encounter past and present events of her personal journey through life. Kay Jackson's artistic talent depicts the reality of these adventures as each scenario develops. Both author and illustrator are natives of Maine. Ms Scott grew up near the rugged coast, while Ms Jackson was raised and still resides in Maine's western mountains. They have known one another for twenty years and are currently developing more Excursions with Mama Scottie and the Kids.

A bird can fly. So can I. A cow can moo. I can too. Children will love to play along with this little girl, who imagines being any creature that walks, hops, flies, or swims. First published in 1950, this best-loved classic is brought back from the archives for a new generation to enjoy. Mary Blair’s bright, colorful art looks brand-new in this jacketed keepsake edition