The Tomtes' Christmas Porridge

The Tomtes' Christmas Porridge

Author: Sven Nordqvist

Publisher:

Published: 2023-09-05

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781782508588

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A playful holiday picture book from Sven Nordqvist (creator of The Dog Walk and Findus and Pettson) with a story based on a Swedish Christmas tradition. It's Christmas Eve, and Papa tomte is eagerly waiting for the human family to leave out a bowl of porridge. But Mama tomte has a terrible feeling the family have forgotten! Mama tomte and the children hatch a plan to steal a bowl of Christmas porridge. Can they sneak through the house without being seen? Sven Nordqvist, one of Sweden's most popular author and illustrators, is inspired by the tradition of leaving a sweet treat to thank the tomtes (magical gnome-like creatures) in this charming story that's full of delightful details.


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Download or read book The Tomtes' Christmas Porridge written by Sven Nordqvist and published by . This book was released on 2023-09-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A playful holiday picture book from Sven Nordqvist (creator of The Dog Walk and Findus and Pettson) with a story based on a Swedish Christmas tradition. It's Christmas Eve, and Papa tomte is eagerly waiting for the human family to leave out a bowl of porridge. But Mama tomte has a terrible feeling the family have forgotten! Mama tomte and the children hatch a plan to steal a bowl of Christmas porridge. Can they sneak through the house without being seen? Sven Nordqvist, one of Sweden's most popular author and illustrators, is inspired by the tradition of leaving a sweet treat to thank the tomtes (magical gnome-like creatures) in this charming story that's full of delightful details.

The Yule Tomte and the Little Rabbits

The Yule Tomte and the Little Rabbits

Author: Ulf Stark

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13: 9781782501367

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Grump the Yule Tomte lives all alone, which is exactly how he likes it! He's waiting for Christmas to arrive when all of a sudden a gust of wind steals his mittens from the washing line and his hat from his head. That's the last straw -- he won't be the Yule Tomte any more! Binny and Barty, the rabbit children, live with their family in the forest. They've never heard of Christmas, or the Yule Tomte, until the wind brings them some strange gifts... All the animals in the forest prepare for the arrival of Christmas. They make presents, bake sweet treats and even write a song. But will the Yule Tomte ever bring Christmas to the big forest? This charming and funny Christmas story of a grumpy tomte and the hopeful little rabbits is told over twenty-five chapters -- one for each day of Advent -- with delightful festive illustrations. Perfect for families to share together.


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Download or read book The Yule Tomte and the Little Rabbits written by Ulf Stark and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grump the Yule Tomte lives all alone, which is exactly how he likes it! He's waiting for Christmas to arrive when all of a sudden a gust of wind steals his mittens from the washing line and his hat from his head. That's the last straw -- he won't be the Yule Tomte any more! Binny and Barty, the rabbit children, live with their family in the forest. They've never heard of Christmas, or the Yule Tomte, until the wind brings them some strange gifts... All the animals in the forest prepare for the arrival of Christmas. They make presents, bake sweet treats and even write a song. But will the Yule Tomte ever bring Christmas to the big forest? This charming and funny Christmas story of a grumpy tomte and the hopeful little rabbits is told over twenty-five chapters -- one for each day of Advent -- with delightful festive illustrations. Perfect for families to share together.

The Tomten

The Tomten

Author: Astrid Lindgren

Publisher: Puffin Books

Published: 1997-10-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780698115910

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This classic story of the Tomten’s nocturnal visits to all of the residents of wintry farm has been reminding children of the promise of spring for decades. “The friendly troll Tomten will be a welcome visitor. . . . Highly recommended.”—School Library Journal (starred review) “Wiberg’s lovely, full-color paintings convey the hushed atmosphere of night in the Swedish countryside and also the sweet charms of the Tomten. . . . The gentle story with its eye-filling scenes is an apt choice for a bedtime read-aloud.”—Publishers Weekly “A picture book of rare distinction.”—The Chicago Tribune An ALA Notable Book A Parents’ Choice Paperback Award Winner


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Download or read book The Tomten written by Astrid Lindgren and published by Puffin Books. This book was released on 1997-10-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This classic story of the Tomten’s nocturnal visits to all of the residents of wintry farm has been reminding children of the promise of spring for decades. “The friendly troll Tomten will be a welcome visitor. . . . Highly recommended.”—School Library Journal (starred review) “Wiberg’s lovely, full-color paintings convey the hushed atmosphere of night in the Swedish countryside and also the sweet charms of the Tomten. . . . The gentle story with its eye-filling scenes is an apt choice for a bedtime read-aloud.”—Publishers Weekly “A picture book of rare distinction.”—The Chicago Tribune An ALA Notable Book A Parents’ Choice Paperback Award Winner

The Dog Walk

The Dog Walk

Author: Sven Nordqvist

Publisher:

Published: 2021-09-16

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9781782507437

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An award-winning wordless tale -- Where's Waldo meets Alice in Wonderland.


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Download or read book The Dog Walk written by Sven Nordqvist and published by . This book was released on 2021-09-16 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An award-winning wordless tale -- Where's Waldo meets Alice in Wonderland.

When Findus was little and Disappeared

When Findus was little and Disappeared

Author: Sven Nordqvist

Publisher: Hawthorn Press

Published: 2020-12-08

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 191248045X

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Farmer Pettson tells his talking cat Findus the story of how one day a very young Findus became lost, and after some scary adventures, was found again.


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Download or read book When Findus was little and Disappeared written by Sven Nordqvist and published by Hawthorn Press. This book was released on 2020-12-08 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Farmer Pettson tells his talking cat Findus the story of how one day a very young Findus became lost, and after some scary adventures, was found again.

John Williamson's Christmas in Australia

John Williamson's Christmas in Australia

Author: John Williamson

Publisher: Penguin Group Australia

Published: 2014-09-24

Total Pages: 39

ISBN-13: 1760140066

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It's Christmas in Australia and Dad wants that perfect Christmas family photo, but someone is always missing! From Australian icon and singer–songwriter, John Williamson, comes this hugely popular family song, brought to life by talented artist, Mitch Vane.


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Download or read book John Williamson's Christmas in Australia written by John Williamson and published by Penguin Group Australia. This book was released on 2014-09-24 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's Christmas in Australia and Dad wants that perfect Christmas family photo, but someone is always missing! From Australian icon and singer–songwriter, John Williamson, comes this hugely popular family song, brought to life by talented artist, Mitch Vane.

Little Tomte's Christmas Wish

Little Tomte's Christmas Wish

Author: Inkeri Karvonen

Publisher:

Published: 2023-09-05

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781782508533

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A heart-warming festive tale about a little tomte (Scandinavian gnome) created by an acclaimed Finnish author and illustrator team. Little Tomte makes a special wish that Christmas will come. He sings carols, tries to bake tasty treats, and builds a snow tomte, but nothing makes it feel like Christmas. Can Little Tomte find a way to share his Christmas spirit? This is a beautiful new edition of a charming festive tale about hope, community, and friendship.


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Download or read book Little Tomte's Christmas Wish written by Inkeri Karvonen and published by . This book was released on 2023-09-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A heart-warming festive tale about a little tomte (Scandinavian gnome) created by an acclaimed Finnish author and illustrator team. Little Tomte makes a special wish that Christmas will come. He sings carols, tries to bake tasty treats, and builds a snow tomte, but nothing makes it feel like Christmas. Can Little Tomte find a way to share his Christmas spirit? This is a beautiful new edition of a charming festive tale about hope, community, and friendship.

Norbert the Winter Gnome

Norbert the Winter Gnome

Author: Daniela Drescher

Publisher:

Published: 2020-09-15

Total Pages: 10

ISBN-13: 9781782506782

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A charming wintery board book, full of seasonal detail and the warmth of friendship.


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Download or read book Norbert the Winter Gnome written by Daniela Drescher and published by . This book was released on 2020-09-15 with total page 10 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A charming wintery board book, full of seasonal detail and the warmth of friendship.

Scandinavian Folk-lore

Scandinavian Folk-lore

Author: Sir William Alexander Craigie

Publisher: Paisley [Scotland] : A. Gardner

Published: 1896

Total Pages: 474

ISBN-13:

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Heri: pp. 182-84: An Elf-charm Cured by Melted Lead. (Sagn fra Mern).


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Download or read book Scandinavian Folk-lore written by Sir William Alexander Craigie and published by Paisley [Scotland] : A. Gardner. This book was released on 1896 with total page 474 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heri: pp. 182-84: An Elf-charm Cured by Melted Lead. (Sagn fra Mern).

Trolldom

Trolldom

Author: Johannes Gårdbäck

Publisher:

Published: 2020-11-06

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 9780990313632

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Trolldom, the folk magic of Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, has been practiced for more than 500 years. Now, after extensive research, Johannes Björn Gårdbäck presents the fascinating occult art of Norse trolldom to an English-speaking audience.This detailed account of traditional Scandinavian folk magic offers in-depth historical background, divination methods, and descriptions of practical spell-craft, and includes hundreds of collected Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish trolldom workings for love, money, protection, healing, and cursing.


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Download or read book Trolldom written by Johannes Gårdbäck and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-06 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trolldom, the folk magic of Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, has been practiced for more than 500 years. Now, after extensive research, Johannes Björn Gårdbäck presents the fascinating occult art of Norse trolldom to an English-speaking audience.This detailed account of traditional Scandinavian folk magic offers in-depth historical background, divination methods, and descriptions of practical spell-craft, and includes hundreds of collected Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish trolldom workings for love, money, protection, healing, and cursing.