About This Book
The Thirteen Days of Christmas offers a delightful, imaginative origin story for the classic carol, "The Twelve Days of Christmas." It follows a young girl in a historical English setting as she receives increasingly elaborate and unusual gifts from a suitor over the festive season. The narrative is gentle and whimsical, focusing on the joy and wonder of the presents and the creative spark they ignite. Perfect for children aged 4-11, it's a cozy read-aloud that can spark conversations about traditions, generosity, and the stories behind our favorite songs.
A young girl's suitor sends her a different and unusual present every day of the Christmas season and inspires the well-known song.
Discussion Prompts
1
What was your favorite gift the suitor sent? Why?
2
If you could send someone a special gift every day for twelve days, what would you send?
3
Do you think the girl liked all the gifts? How do you know?
4
What are some of your favorite Christmas traditions or songs, and what do you think inspired them?
5
How does this story make you feel about Christmas?
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