Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Bobbie Kalman's Early Settler Life Series is an institution. This popular collection of books is used in schools and public libraries across the country. The hardships and the joys of the people who built this land are portrayed on every page of The Early Settler Life Series. Their experiences can enrich students' lives. By knowing who built this country, students can come to know and understand themselves and their heritage.
Synopsis
Hard work gave way to the season of joy as the early settlers looked forward to celebrating Christmas. From the first meager Christmas celebrated in the wilderness to the holiday traditions of settlers living in early towns, this enchanting book describes: - how settlers observed the religious occasion - decorations before the Christmas tree became popular - wreaths, garlands, mistletoe, and kissing boughs - parlour games, pantomimes, ghost stories - the changing faces of Santa Claus - Trapping or buying Christmas dinner? - different settlers, different ways of celebration