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The Night Before Freedom: A Juneteenth Story
by Glenda ArmandThis moving picture book tells the story of Juneteenth with all the care and reverence such a holiday deserves. The rhyming text and stunning illustrations will teach children about this historic day in history.'Twas the night before freedom, and all through the South, long-whispered rumors had, spread word of mouth. "It&’s coming! It&’s coming!" I heard people say. "Emancipation is coming our way."Eight-year-old David and his family gather at Grandma&’s house in Galveston, Texas, for a cherished family tradition: Grandma&’s annual retelling of the story of Juneteenth, the holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.The signing of the Emancipation Proclamation by President Abraham Lincoln meant that all enslaved persons within the rebellious states would be free as of January 1, 1863. However, people in Texas did not receive the news of their emancipation until two and a half years later—on June 19, 1865. Grandma tells the story of anticipation, emancipation, and jubilation just as it was told to her many years before by her own grandmother, Mom Bess. As a six-year-old, Bess had experienced the very first Juneteenth. Before that day, she could only imagine what liberty would look like. But once freedom arrived, would it live up to a little girl&’s dreams?The story is written in the same meter as Clement C. Moore's The Night Before Christmas, making it a perfect book for parents and kids to read together.
The Night Before Groundhog Day (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingWhat's special about February 2nd? It's Groundhog Day--the latest occasion to be celebrated in Natasha Wing's best-selling series.The anticipation is building: Will the groundhog see his shadow? Will there be six more weeks of winter? Get ready for this festive occasion with the countdown to Groundhog Day in this fun, rhyming story told in the style of Clement C. Moore's holiday poem.
The Night Before Halloween (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingIt's time for Halloween! Celebrate the holiday with this this family fun read-aloud, a delightful seasonal entry in Natasha Wing's best-selling series.Little monsters and goofy goblins take center stage in this silly, spooky spin on Clement C. Moore's beloved poem. But what will happen on Halloween when the monsters come face to face with human trick-or-treaters in this fun-filled book by the author of The Night Before Easter? A perfect gift to get young readers excited for this festive fall holiday!
The Night Before Kindergarten (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingIt's the first day of school! Join the kids as they prepare for kindergarten, packing school supplies, posing for pictures, and the hardest part of all—saying good-bye to Mom and Dad. But maybe it won't be so hard once they discover just how much fun kindergarten really is! Colorful illustrations illuminate this uplifting takeoff on the classic Clement C. Moore Christmas poem.
The Night Before Kindergarten Graduation (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingIt's time to celebrate kindergarten graduation in Natasha Wing's best-selling series featuring rhyming text in the style of the classic Clement C. Moore holiday poem.Get ready for a major milestone: kindergarten graduation! Of course, there's a lot of preparation the night before as kids prepare for the momentous occasion. This is a great school-year follow-up to The Night Before Kindergarten!
The Night Before Mother's Day
by Natasha WingIt's the night before Mother's Day, and Dad and the kids are determined to show Mom just how much they love her. They whip up a cake from scratch, and offer a special coupon for a day at the spa, right in their own kitchen!
The Night Before My Dance Recital (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingCelebrating a landmark event in the life of all dancers!It's the night before a young girl's first dance recital. At the dress rehearsal, she and her class go over the steps one last time. What if she messes up? she worries. But the next day, she's ready to perform. When the class spins left she spins right! Without missing a beat, she keeps on dancing and smiling. The Night Before My Dance Recital celebrates this with humor, warmth, and engaging illustrations by Amy Wummer.
The Night Before My First Communion (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingA brother and sister celebrate and prepare for this Catholic rite of passage in the twenty-fourth title in Natasha Wing's best-selling paperback series featuring rhyming text in the style of the classic Clement C. Moore holiday poem.On the night before their First Communion, a brother and sister get ready for this important event. All the family is there--family, grandparents, godparents--to help them prepare for the following day.
The Night Before New Year's
by Natasha Wing Amy WummerThe newest title in Natasha Wing's bestselling Night Before series! It's the night before New Year's, and the whole family is determined to stay up until midnight! Everyone's stocked up on sparkly streamers and festive party hats, but after a night filled with card games and too many cupcakes, the little ones are getting sleepy...Can they make it until the clock strikes twelve?
The Night Before Preschool
by Natasha Wing Amy WummerIt's the night before preschool, and a little boy named Billy is so nervous he can't fall asleep. The friends he makes the next day at school give him a reason not to sleep the next night, either: he's too excited about going back! The book's simple rhyming text and sweet illustrations will soothe any child's fears about the first day of school.
The Night Before St. Patrick's Day (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingCelebrate St. Patrick&’s Day in this installment of Natasha Wing&’s best-selling series, a fun read-aloud sure to keep kids engaged and laughing out loud! It's the night before St. Patrick's Day, and Tim and Maureen are wide awake setting traps to catch a leprechaun! When they wake the next morning to the sound of their dad playing the bagpipes and the smell of their mom cooking green eggs, they're shocked to find that they've actually caught a leprechaun. But will they be able to find his pot of gold? Natasha Wing's sweet story is once again told in verse to the same meter of Clement Moore's classic.
The Night Before Summer Camp (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingThe first day of summer camp is almost here, and one little camper doesn’t know what to expect. For a while everything is hunkydory . . . until rest time rolls around and he gets a bad case of nervous butterflies. But an unlikely friend appears out of the crowd and reassures him that the best cure for the summertime blues is tons of summertime fun! A sweetly reassuring story, once again told in verse to the meter of Clement Moore’s classic.
The Night Before Summer Vacation (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingA little girl and her family are getting ready to go on vacation . . . or at least they are trying to. In the effort to pack everything that will be needed, there's bound to be something overlooked, and what that is provides a funny ending to this meter-perfect "twist" on Clement Moore's classic.
The Night Before Thanksgiving (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingGobble Gobble! It's turkey time! Thanksgiving is yet another big moment to be celebrated in Natasha Wing's best-selling series.Everyone&’s favorite fun-filled, family-filled, food-filled holiday is almost here! Follow along as the feast is prepared, cousins are greeted, and everyone gathers around the table, all with an extra helping of holiday fun. This family fun read-aloud makes the perfect gift to get young readers excited for this festive fall holiday!
The Night Before The Tooth Fairy (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingIt wiggles, and waggles, and wiggles some more, but this little boy's stubborn tooth just won't come out! He hopes it will fall out soon, because he can't wait to meet the Tooth Fairy! This humorous tale based on Clement C. Moore's classic poem is a perfect addition to the best-selling series. Illustrated by Johansen Newman.
The Night Before Valentine's Day (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingIt's the sweetest holiday of the year! Celebrate love and Valentine's Day with card-making, tasty treats, and more in this installment of Natasha Wing's best-selling series.Join in on all of the colorful fun, and then come along to school the next morning for a day of parties and games!
The Night Before the 100th Day of School (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingThe 100th day of school is almost here and one student is desperate to find 100 of anything to bring to class. Then all of sudden inspiration strikes, and he comes up with a surprise that makes the 100th day celebration one to remember! This hilarious story of a popular school tradition offers a perfect modern twist on Clement C. Moore&’s classic poem.
The Night Before the Dentist (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingGrab your toothbrush and get ready for a trip to the dentist in the latest big moment to be celebrated in Natasha Wing's best-selling series!It's the night before a young boy's check-up with the dentist. He's lost four teeth, and two big ones have come in already! So what does he do? He brushes and brushes his teeth to make sure his smile is super bright, of course! Join him on his journey to explore the ins and outs of the dentist's office in this delightful story, told in the style of Clement C. Moore's classic tale.
The Night Before the Doctor (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingA little boy gets ready to go to his doctor's appointment!A little boy prepares to visit the doctor! He can't wait to show the doctor how much he's grown as he gets his eyes, ears, and heart checked, and will be extra brave when it's time to get a shot. Join him at the doctor's office in this installment of the Night Before series, told in the style of Clement C. Moore's classic tale.
The Night Before the New Baby (The Night Before)
by Natasha Wing'Twas the night before baby decided to come,Mom's belly was big and as tight as a drum.We'd painted and papered the nursery with care,In hopes that the new baby soon would be there.A brand-new baby is about the join the family! Join in the excitement as a littler girl awaits the arrival of her new brother . . . or sister?
The Night Before the New Baby (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingA little girl and her parents prepare to welcome a new member to their family in this addition to the Night Before series!A brand-new baby is about the join the family! The little girl helps her parents decorate the nursery and imagines all the fun things she and her new sibling will do. She'll help feed them, read them stories, and play! Join her and the family as they prepare for the baby's arrival in this installment of the Night Before series, told in style of Clement. C. Moore's classic tale.
The Night Before the Night Before Christmas (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingIt's December 23, and Christmas is just around the corner. But one family is having trouble getting its act together. Once again, Natasha Wing follows the rhythms and meter of Clement Moore's classic Christmas poem, yet gives it her own entirely original twist.
The Night Before the Nutcracker (American Ballet Theatre)
by John Robert AllmanGet a front-row seat and experience the excitement of opening night as young dancers prepare for a performance of The Nutcracker. This festive holiday picture book, created in partnership with American Ballet Theatre, is a perfect gift for young readers and dance fans.&’Twas the night before The Nutcracker and, sleepless in their beds,these budding ballet dancers are rehearsing in their heads.Children who dream of dancing in The Nutcracker will love this magical illustrated holiday story, told in the tradition of "The Night Before Christmas." Four young girls and boys experience the thrills of auditions, rehearsals, costume fittings, and finally the big event: opening night! It's a behind-the-scenes peek that will delight young dancers.An afterword with original costume illustrations by Tony Award winner Richard Hudson makes this keepsake picture book both aspirational and informative.
The Night Before the Virtual Dentist (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingGrab your toothbrush and get ready for the dental team to pay a visit in Natasha Wing's celebrated series!It's the day before a dental team visits a child's classroom to check their teeth. They'll look for cavities and for healthy gums to make sure their smiles stay super bright and healthy! Join them on their dental check-up in this delightful story, told in the style of Clement C. Moore's classic tale.The community-based dental home model is an innovative way to provide dental care that maximizes keeping kids healthy in the community and minimizes the need to travel to a dental office.
The Night Before the Wedding (The Night Before)
by Natasha WingHere comes the bride...and the flower girl! This springtime wedding is the latest occasion to be celebrated in Natasha Wing's best-selling series.It's the night before her sister's wedding, and one little flower girl sure is excited! But will complications on the morning of the big day bring down everyone's happy moods? Any little girl who has dreamed of being a flower girl--and their numbers are legion--will love this fun, rhyming story told in the style of Clement C. Moore's Christmas classic.