The Perfect Christmas Present

Author : Berwick Coates
Publisher : Paragon Publishing
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9781908341303

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The Perfect Christmas Present by Berwick Coates Pdf

No two people see anything the same way. No two people see even something so familiar as Christmas the same way. It all depends on your point of view. These verses - honest, sad, dry, touching, happy, angry, funny, tragic, contented, smug, mischievous, complacent, wistful, cocky, baffled, fatalistic, grateful, sceptical - tell us how people feel when Christmas comes, or what they do, or how they manage. They tell it as they see it. The drawings tell it as you may see it. It will give all of us some food for thought. The author: Berwick Coates was educated at Kingston Grammar School, and studied History at Cambridge. Since then, he has been at various times an Army officer, writer, artist, lecturer, careers adviser, games coach, and teacher of History, English, Latin, and Swahili. He has published eight books. He is now the archivist at West Buckland School in Devon.

Author : Tami Johnson
Publisher : Covenant Books, Inc.
Page : 29 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-11-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9798888513309

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Bird Scratch Ranch: The Perfect Christmas Present by Tami Johnson Pdf

It is Christmas Eve at Bird Scratch Ranch; all the animals and birds are excited for Christmas to soon be here. That is until Big Momma, the head goat, calls them all to the barn to announce that they have one big problem: They all forgot to get their humans a Christmas present. As they try to figure out what to do, young Stubby suggests borrowing their humans' pickup and driving to the store. But Big Momma points out they do not know how to drive, and they do not have any money to buy a present with. The only thing they can do is see what they can find for presents in the pasture. Everyone scatters out around Bird Scratch Ranch in search of presents. Little Windy goes with Stubby to help look. Along the way, they stop to help an abandoned puppy and bring him home with them. It is about to become a special Christmas for someone at Bird Scratch Ranch.

Author : Sarah Ettritch
Publisher : Norn Publishing
Page : 45 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016-11-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781927369494

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The Perfect Christmas Gift by Sarah Ettritch Pdf

Author : Nina Stibbe
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2017-11-02
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9780241981368

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An Almost Perfect Christmas by Nina Stibbe Pdf

'This book is the seasonal garnish we all need' Observer "My mother is not a foodie. But for as long as I can remember, once a year, she becomes possessed of a profound and desperate need to serve up a perfect roast turkey. Faced with a walk into the village though, she might think 'oh, f*** it' and decide to get a frozen one from Bejams on the 23rd and leave it to defrost in the downstairs toilet for not quite 48 hours." From perennially dry turkeys to Christmas pudding fires, from the round robin code of conduct to the risks and rewards of re-gifting, An Almost Perfect Christmas is an ode to the joy and insanity of the most wonderful time of the year.

Author : Ed Vere
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-02
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780141368320

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Max and Bird by Ed Vere Pdf

Meet Max - the mighty kitten and New York Times bestseller. When Max meets Bird, Max thinks he'd like to be friends with Bird. He would also like to chase Bird and maybe eat him as a tasty snack. But that's not what friendship is all about . . . Is it?

Author : G. Scott Sparrow,Kathleen Sparrow
Publisher : We Publish Books
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2005-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781929841431

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Andrew's Quest for the Perfect Christmas Gift by G. Scott Sparrow,Kathleen Sparrow Pdf

One Christmas season, young Andrew MacClean encounters a stranger in the middle of the night who asks Andrew to give the perfect gift. Andrew's efforts change the lives of the people around him and lead to the healing of his own deep sadness.

Author : Michael Morpurgo
Publisher : Egmont UK Limited
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Children's stories
ISBN : 1405215186

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The Best Christmas Present in the World by Michael Morpurgo Pdf

Billedbog. A forgotten letter in a secret drawer brings one night in the Great War vividly to life. Writing home from the front, a soldier has an incredible story to tell

Author : Ben Mantle
Publisher : Pan Macmillan
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781509825288

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The Best Christmas Present Ever! by Ben Mantle Pdf

It's Christmas and Bear wants to give his best friend Squirrel an extra special present. So he decides to make him a gift. Except Bear isn't very good at making things. Everything he tries is a disaster. He can't give Squirrel a badly knitted jumper, a terrible painting or a broken rocking chair. But maybe if he puts them together they might turn out to be the best Christmas present ever . . . The Best Christmas Present Ever! by author and illustrator Ben Mantle, is a funny, charming sequel to The Best Birthday Present Ever! The perfect gift for Christmas -- and not just for squirrels!

Author : Sandy Heitmeier Thompson
Publisher : Covenant Books, Inc.
Page : 37 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-18
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781644686782

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The Perfect Christmas Gift by Sandy Heitmeier Thompson Pdf

Brothers Brett and Blake are excited to fly up north to spend Christmas with Grandma, especially since the boys know that Grandma might be feeling a little lonesome without Grandpa this year. The weather is cold and snowy where Grandma lives, and the boys are tasked with searching for a Christmas tree in the woods. They meet a partridge named Penelope, who helps guide them through the snowy forest. Penelope and the brothers quickly become friends, and the wise bird teaches the boys about living and surviving in cold weather. The boys realize that Penelope, who has lived a long time and is very smart, reminds them of someone-Grandma! Brett, Blake, and Penelope work together to come up with the perfect gift for Grandma that will make this Christmas extra special.

Author : Tom Fletcher,Dougie Poynter
Publisher : Aladdin
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2019-09-17
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781481498722

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The Dinosaur That Pooped Christmas! by Tom Fletcher,Dougie Poynter Pdf

Danny and Dino celebrate Christmas in the latest Dinosaur That Pooped story by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter of the English pop punk group McFly. Danny wants everything for Christmas. But what he gets is a dinosaur, a very hungry dinosaur. Danny’s new dino eats up all of Christmas, but as we all know, what goes in must come out. Danny is about to have the most explosive Christmas of his life! There’s poop, presents, and prehistoric creatures in this festive feast! With a strong moral about the dangers of being greedy, The Dinosaur That Pooped Christmas! is sure to be become a modern Christmas classic.

Author : Ivy Mix
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-26
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780399582882

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Spirits of Latin America by Ivy Mix Pdf

A James Beard Award-nominated bartender explores the history and culture of Latin American spirits in this stunningly photographed travelogue—with 100+ irresistible cocktails featuring tequila, rum, pisco, and more. TALES OF THE COCKTAIL SPIRITED AWARD® WINNER • IACP AWARD WINNER • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY POPMATTERS “Ivy’s unique combination of taste, talent, and tenacity make her the ideal ‘spirit’ guide.”—Steven Soderbergh, filmmaker, professional drinker, and owner of Singani 63 Through its in-depth look at drinking culture throughout Latin America, this gorgeous book offers a rich cultural and historical context for understanding Latin spirits. Ivy Mix has dedicated years to traveling south, getting to know Latin culture, in part through what the locals drink. What she details in this book is the discovery that Latin spirits echo the Latin palate, which echoes Latin life, emphasizing spiciness, vivaciousness, strength, and variation. After digging into tequila and Mexico's other traditional spirits, Ivy Mix follows the sugar trail through the Caribbean and beyond, winding up in Chile, Peru, and Bolivia, where grape-based spirits like pisco and singani have been made for generations. With more than 100 recipes that have garnered acclaim at her Brooklyn bar, Leyenda, including fun spins on traditional cocktails such as the Pisco Sour, Margarita, and Mojito, plus drinks inspired by Ivy's travels, like the Tia Mia (which combines mezcal, rum, and orange curacao, with a splash of lime and almond orgeat) or the Sonambula (which features jalapeño-infused tequila, lemon juice, chamomile syrup, and a dash of Peychaud's bitters), along with mouthwatering photos and gorgeous travel images, this is the ultimate book on Latin American spirits.

Author : Robin Robinson
Publisher : Union Square & Co.
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2019-10-01
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781454932215

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The Complete Whiskey Course by Robin Robinson Pdf

A must-read for aspiring connoisseurs, and a thorough refresher for seasoned whisky lovers.”—Whiskey Advocate Winner of the Gourmand Award in the Drink Education category (US). The definitive book on understanding and appreciating the exploding world of whiskey. Renowned whiskey educator Robin Robinson demystifies the “water of life” in a definitive, heavily illustrated tome designed to take readers on a global tour of the ever-expanding world of whiskey. Across ten robust “classes,” Robinson explains whiskey history, how it defined the way whiskey is made in different countries and regions, the myriad styles, how aging and finishing works, and the basics of “nosing” and tasting whiskey. In chapters dedicated to American whiskey (including bourbon, Tennessee whiskey, and rye), American Craft whiskey, Scotch, Irish, Canadian, Japanese, and world whiskies, Robinson presents the best offerings from new and historic producers, how to choose among them, and how to build a collection of your own. Each “class” is a journey into a country’s whiskies and makers, including recommended bottles and styles, as well as insider information on how distilleries make their unique offerings. Each chapter includes themed tastings organized by bargain, value, special occasion, and splurge price categories. This thoroughly up-to-date and wide-ranging guide also offers helpful recommendations on how to lead your own tasting, a glossary of terms, food pairings, and tips on everything from glassware to whiskey festivals and how to read a label.

Author : Budge Wilson
Publisher : Scholastic Canada
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781443128254

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The Best Worst Christmas Present Ever by Budge Wilson Pdf

This favourite tale of Christmas gone awry is now available for a new generation of readers! This year, Lorinda and her brother James want to buy their mother the best Christmas present ever. Lorinda has her eye on one very special item, but they'll need to come up with some brilliant money-making ideas if they want to get it in time for Christmas! Of course, nothing goes according to plan . . . but the siblings are determined to make this a holiday their mother will never forget. Young readers will identify with this familiar holiday dilemma, and delight in Lorinda and James's creative solution (not to mention all the bumps along the way). The Best Worst Christmas Present Ever is an earnest, uplifting story that will get kids in the holiday spirit at Christmas time -- and all year round!

Author : Tristan Stephenson
Publisher : Ryland Peters & Small
Page : 646 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05-12
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781849759052

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The Curious Bartender's Gin Palace by Tristan Stephenson Pdf

An innovative, captivating tour of the finest gins and distilleries the world has to offer, brought to you by bestselling author and gin connoisseur Tristan Stephenson. The Curious Bartender's Gin Palace is the follow-up to master mixologist Tristan Stephenson's hugely successful books, 'The Curious Bartender' and 'The Curious Bartender: An Odyssey of Malt, Bourbon & Rye Whiskies'. Discover the extraordinary journey that gin has taken, from its origins in the Middle Ages as the herbal medicine 'genever' to gin's commercialization and the dark days of the Gin Craze in mid 18th Century London, through to its partnership with tonic water – creating the most palatable and enjoyable anti-malarial medication – to the golden age that it is now experiencing. In the last few years, hundreds of distilleries and micro-distilleries are cropping up all over the world, producing superb craft products infused with remarkable new blends of botanicals. In this book, you'll be at the cutting-edge of the most exciting developments, uncovering the alchemy of the gin production process and the science of flavour before taking a tour through the most exciting distilleries and gins the world has to offer. Finally, put Tristan's mixology skills into practice with a dozen spectacular cocktails including a Purl, a Rickey and a Fruit Cup.

Author : Reese Witherspoon
Publisher : Penguin Group Australia
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2024-10-15
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781760148706

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Busy Betty & The Perfect Christmas Present by Reese Witherspoon Pdf

Sweet cinnamon, biscuits, it's Christmas! It's Betty's favourite time of year because it's so busy - just like Betty. It’s the busiest time of year, just like Busy Betty! This year, Betty is going to get everyone in her whole family the perfect Christmas present. But when Betty looks in her piggy bank, she doesn’t even have two coins to clank together! Then Betty has the most amazing idea: she and Mae will transform their lemonade stand into . . . a Christmas cookie stand! But getting people to come out in snowy, blowy weather is harder than they thought. Will Betty ever find the perfect Christmas presents for her family? Or will she realize she had the answer all along? From Reese Witherspoon comes Busy Betty: an exuberant, smart, and larger-than-life character who encourages young readers to tackle each obstacle with enthusiasm, excitement, and big ideas. With fun and vibrant illustrations from Xindi Yan, Busy Betty & the Perfect Christmas Present is the perfectly perfect Christmas read-aloud! Check the back of the book for a Christmas cookie recipe!