TY  - BOOK
AU  - Greenwood,Barbara
AU  - Collins,Heather
TI  - A pioneer Christmas: celebrating in the backwoods in 1841 
SN  - 1550749536 (bound) :
U1  - 394.2663 GRE 
PY  - 2003///
CY  - Toronto
PB  - Kids Can Press
KW  - Christmas
KW  - Canada
KW  - History
KW  - 19th century
KW  - Juvenile literature
KW  - Frontier and pioneer life
N1  - Includes index; Ages 8 to 12
N2  - 	
Combining fiction and nonfiction, this dramatic story set in the snowy backwoods follows the Robertson family as they prepare for Christmas in 1841. They are excitedly expecting visitors from afar. But as a winter storm begins to rage, the family fears for the safety of the travelers. How will Andrew and Sophie -- with a baby on the way -- fare on such a dangerous journey? Each chapter of the story is enhanced by information about the pioneer period and how Christmas was celebrated in the past. Children will learn about holiday traditions in more detail through crafts, games, songs and other activities
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