A pious Christmas story about the origins of the candy cane. A stranger arrives in town one dreary November and begins hammering and sawing away at his newly rented storefront. When a small girl offers her help, she's in for a childhood fantasy-come-true, as it turns out all the shelves and counters are being built for a candy shop. After offering young Lucy gumdrops and lollipops, Mr. Sonneman launches into the history of the candy cane. With his guidance, she discovers that the upturned candy is in the shape of a j--for Jesus. Right side up it looks like a shepherd's staff. And the red stripes? The blood of Christ from his terrible whipping. Lucy and Mr. Sonneman set out on a quest to share this story with everyone in town. Their message (and their gift of the pepperminty red-and-white sticks) brings the whole town together in a joyful celebration of Christmas (and candy).
These contemporary and ethnic folk carols for elementary school children are set in a comfortable singing range and are useful for liturgical and classroom needs. The songbook includes scripture discussion, banners, and ideas for extended activities. There is also a chapter with ideas for seasonal liturgical banners for the classroom or worship space.
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By Clare Beaton
Kids can create their very own Nativity scene with this delightful activity book! Just fold out the stable on the cover and add the press-out background pieces. Then count on hours of fun coloring and cutting out the familiar Christmas figures to complete the scene!
Makes a wonderful Advent gift. A Christmas treat for children ages 6–10!
KEY FEATURES
Softcover / 20 pages / Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 11". Quantity
