The Giving Tree is one of the most beloved and heart-warming children’s stories of the twentieth century. Shel Silverstein tells the tale of a selfless tree who loves a boy so much it gives up everything to make him happy. Adults and children alike are easily moved by reading the book. The story offers the…
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A Wish to be a Christmas Tree Worksheet
A Wish to be a Christmas Tree is a wonderful little story by Colleen Monroe about friendship and feeling left out especially around Christmastime. Read the story and use the worksheet to encourage kids to compliment and encourage each other. A Wish to be a Christmas Tree Summary Every year families come to pick an…
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Worksheet
A Visit from St. Nicholas (often referred to as ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas) by Clement Clarke Moore is one of the most iconic stories for Christmas. For nearly two hundred years, families have been listening to this poem and preparing for their own visit from St. Nick on Christmas Eve. I created a worksheet…
The Girl and Her Racehorse: A Fable
A girl had three race horses. She loved each of them. One day she called all of her family and friends to come see her horses race around a track. There was only one problem: she was the only one that could ride the horses. The time for the race began and the girl had…
The Crying Baby in the Crib: A Psalm 34 Story for Kids
A baby was crying in its crib. It cried but no one answered. Finally, the baby’s mother came rushing in through the door. “Are you okay? I’m so sorry I didn’t hear you at first, but I’m here now,” she said as she picked up the child. The baby’s tears slowed to a whimper. He…
