Wow! Thanksgiving just blew by and we're speeding toward Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa! Here at the Homewood Public Library, we're ordering lots of new books in anticipation of the holidays.
I will say one of my favorite picture books on the list is "Olivia Helps with Christmas" by Ian Falconer. Now, you all know that Olivia is a pig with attitude. This gutsy swine helps Mom bake, helps Dad with the tree and waits impatiently for Santa--all those same family type things you do with your own family, only with funnier results! Does Olivia ev
er see Santa? (Have you?)
er see Santa? (Have you?)Even if you do not celebrate Hanukkah, you would still love "The Golden Dreydl" by Ellen Kushner. Tante Miriam visits during the holidays and presents Sara with an ancient golden dreydl who is actually a beautiful enchanted princess. So what, huh? Well, just wait until Sara gets sucked into the TV! Demons, soothsayers and sorcerors are all included in this holiday fantasy story. This book would be enjoyed by third through sixth graders.
"My First Kwanzaa" by Karen Katz, while not a new release, is a book written for younger readers. With colorful illustrations, Katz explains the 
meaning of each of the seven days of Kwanzaa and stresses the strength of family and community. If you are introducing Kwanzaa to your family for the first time, this book would be a welcome addition.
meaning of each of the seven days of Kwanzaa and stresses the strength of family and community. If you are introducing Kwanzaa to your family for the first time, this book would be a welcome addition.
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