Why We Celebrate Christmas: Everything to Know about Your Favorite Holiday (Why We Celebrate)

Biographical Note:
SARAH COOLEY has been teaching for 16 years and enjoys creating resources for educators to use in their classrooms and developing play-based learning activities for her students. You can see some of her ideas on Instagram @firstgraderatlast.

Review Quotes:
"Sarah Cooley has written an adorable and incredibly thorough book about Christmas. She seamlessly mixes together unique facts, history, and Christmas-themed activities for children. I found the history behind the Christmas traditions fascinating. Who knew Christmas cards were invented as a time saver? This book would be perfect to read to your children or students around Christmastime. The book would also serve as an exemplary mentor text for a classroom writing unit focusing on 'all about books.' Sarah's book includes a table of contents, headings, bold print vocabulary words, recipes, a glossary, an index, and more! Check this book out. You won't be disappointed." -- Erica Bohrer Blasi, 1st teacher, blogger, and author

Review Quotes:
" Why We Celebrate Christmas is the perfect little book that teaches the history and traditions of Christmas. The recipes and activities will help you get into the spirit of Christmas and delight children of all ages. The illustrations are adorable. I highly recommend this sweet book to educators and parents." -- Annie McDaniel, owner of Miss Annie's Educational Adventures & Miss Annie's Home + Kitchen

Review Quotes:
"Sarah Cooley covers cultures and traditions at Christmas in this book like no other. It will be a wonderful resource for children and families as they celebrate Christmas in their homes and with others through the years. I especially love the recipes and craft ideas!" -- Jessica Hamby, founder, Itty Bitty Bakers

Review Quotes:
" Why We Celebrate Christmas is my new favorite go-to book for the classroom! This masterpiece is full of history, traditions, and hands-on activities to teach kids all about Christmas! Easy to read and lots of fun!" -- Avery Lieske, 3rd grade teacher

Publisher Marketing:

Celebrate Christmas with this festive introduction for kids ages 6 to 9!

Christmas is a magical time of year for people all over the world. They decorate their homes, sing songs, give gifts, and spend time together! Learn all about the history, traditions, food, and more with this book of facts and activities that encourage you to join in on the fun.

• So many ways to get festive--Discover how Christmas is celebrated by different people around the world with parties, music, decorations, and presents.
• Celebrate at home--Kids will explore Christmas customs with included activities like making Reindeer Cookies, crafting Christmas trees out of yarn, and playing a stocking stuffer guessing game.
• Fascinating facts and pictures--Vibrant illustrations and kid-friendly language help bring Christmas to life.

Discover Why We Celebrate Christmas!

Have you ever wondered why we exchange gifts on Valentine's Day? Or why we wear green on St. Patrick's Day? Get the rest of the Why We Celebrate series and learn about holidays from around the world!

Contributor Bio:Cooley, Sarah

SARAH COOLEY has been teaching for 16 years and enjoys creating resources for educators to use in their classrooms and developing play-based learning activities for her students. You can see some of her ideas on Instagram @firstgraderatlast.