The pond at Stony Creek is perfect for ice skating, and a blanket of snow is on the ground. It's almost Christmas. Pipsqueak wishes she could spend the days at the pond, then curl up in front of a glowing fire with her family. But Papa has gone away to search for food. He promised to be home soon, so by Christmas Eve, Pip is worried. What will they eat for Christmas dinner? How can they celebrate without Papa? Pip knows she must do something. There are "mountains" of food in the huge house on the hill. The one filled with cats and traps. The most dangerous place in Stony Creek. Mama has forbidden everyone from even mentioning the house. Pip's not sure she has the courage to go there, but she has to try. She has to do it for Mama, Kit, Will, Nibs, Nan, and baby Finny. For Christmas. And for Papa. Braveness starts with a single step.
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Christmas at Stony Creek
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Release Date
October 01, 2007
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0061214868
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The pond at Stony Creek is perfect for ice skating, and a blanket of snow is on the ground. It's almost Christmas. Pipsqueak wishes she could spend the days at the pond, then curl up in front of a glowing fire with her family. But Papa has gone away to search for food. He promised to be home soon, so by Christmas Eve, Pip is worried. What will they eat for Christmas dinner? How can they celebrate without Papa? Pip knows she must do something. There are "mountains" of food in the huge house on the hill. The one filled with cats and traps. The most dangerous place in Stony Creek. Mama has forbidden everyone from even mentioning the house. Pip's not sure she has the courage to go there, but she has to try. She has to do it for Mama, Kit, Will, Nibs, Nan, and baby Finny. For Christmas. And for Papa. Braveness starts with a single step.
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The perfect edition to anyone's holiday reading list....this story tells the tale of Pip and her courageous efforts to save Christmas and her entire family. Filled with everything from loss to strength, the overall message is straight from the heart. Wish for their family to make it through the winter, hold your breath as Pip tries to escape the clutches of a mouse trap. The perfect winter tale for both young readers and those young at heart. Happy reading!
The perfect edition to anyone's holiday reading list....this story tells the tale of Pip and her courageous efforts to save Christmas and her entire family. Filled with everything from loss to strength, the overall message is straight from the heart. Wish for their family to make it through the winter, hold your breath as Pip tries to escape the clutches of a mouse trap. The perfect winter tale for both young readers and those young at heart. Happy reading!
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