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Harvest Celebration
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Sep 12 2025
Pages: 44
Weight: 0.37
Height: 0.11 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Old Woman in the Shoe: A Harvest Tale of Kindness and Community
By Caitlin Hopkins Spurr
A heartwarming Thanksgiving holiday story about kindness, gratitude, and neighbors coming together.
In this beautifully reimagined version of the classic nursery rhyme, The Old Woman in the Shoe finds herself overwhelmed with children and endless chores, until her neighbors, both animals and people, step in to help. From beavers patching the roof to birds singing lullabies, the shoe-house transforms into a cozy home filled with joy and gratitude.
When the community gathers to share soup and harvest foods, they discover that Thanksgiving isn't about what you have, but what you share. This story captures the spirit of the holiday season with a timeless message: helping hands and thankful hearts make the world brighter.
Inside you'll find:
A gentle rhyming story perfect for holiday bedtime reading or classroom Thanksgiving readalouds.
Warm, detailed illustrations that celebrate autumn, family, and togetherness.
A family-friendly harvest soup recipe so kids can join in the holiday cooking fun.
Themes of kindness, gratitude, teamwork, and giving, essential lessons for Thanksgiving and beyond.
Whether you're searching for a children's Thanksgiving picture book, a holiday read-aloud, or a nursery rhyme retelling that celebrates generosity, this book is a perfect pick for families, classrooms, and holiday gatherings.
A perfect gift for:
Thanksgiving and holiday reading traditions
Families (and classrooms) who love cooking and sharing meals together
Teachers and librarians building autumn and holiday collections
Parents who want to teach children about gratitude, kindness, and giving
Celebrate this holiday season with a story that will fill hearts (and bowls) with warmth, laughter, and love.
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