Books about Grinning from Amazon.com

Here are the stories behind all the familiar and not-so-familiar symbols of Halloween Each of our holidays has its own familiar traditions: Trick-or-treating on Halloween, eating turkey on Thanksgiving, waiting for Santa Claus on Christmas, exchanging cards on Valentine's Day. But where do these customs come from, when did they begin, and why do we continue to observe them? In the engaging blend of careful research and lively prose that has earned her books a lasting place on the holiday bookshelf, Edna Barth explores the multicultural origins and evolution of the familiar and not-so-familiar symbols and legends associated with our favorite holidays. Full of fascinating historical details and little-known stories, these books are both informative and engaging. Festively illustrated by Ursula Arndt, they are now available again in hardcover as well as paperback editions, featuring new, eye-catching jacket designs, and fun holiday activities inside the paperback covers. Each book includes an annotated list of holiday stories and poems and an index..
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From Akitas to Weimaraners, from Florida to Oregon, THAT DOG WON'T HUNT! tells the true stories of ten lucky rescued dogs.

Bo, the buck-toothed Beagle, is the cover dog. Rescued by Triangle Beagle Rescue of NC from a local shelter, Bo was surrendered to the shelter by his owner, a hunter, because he wouldn't hunt. Bongo, as he is now known, is living the good life as a totally pampered pet.

Bo's story is just one of ten heartwarming stories of dogs saved by rescue groups. Perfect for animal lovers and children of all ages..
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