Orem Library

In 1861, Margaret March, with her husband serving as an army chaplain, finds the comfort and security of her four daughters resting on her shoulders alone as she faces financial hardships, secrets, and tragedy, in this revealing retelling of Little Women from the perspective of the beloved matriarch known as Marmee.

A retelling of the story of King Wenceslas and his page, who set out on a bitter winter's day to deliver the spirit of Christmas.

In 1931 Cameroon, young Kedi is upset to learn that children in her American teacher's village of New York are going hungry because of the Great Depression, and she asks her mother, neighbors, and even the headman for money to help. Includes historical notes.

After learned about the Jewish tradition of tzedakah boxes, Dalia shares her knowledge with her younger brother, Yossi, by telling him what her savings can help to provide for someone in need. Includes a note about the history and customs of tzedakah boxes.

Retells the tale of King Wenceslas who, upon seeing a peasant trudging through the snow on Christmas Eve, enlists the aid of a pageboy who has not yet experienced the blessings of Christmas to bring food, wine, and heat to the needy. Includes the text of the carol and a DVD of actress Jane Seymour's performance of the story at the annual Christmas concert of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square.

To bitter, miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, Christmas is just another day. But all that changes when the ghost of his long-dead business partner appears, warning Scrooge to change his ways before it's too late. Part of the Focus on the Family Great Stories collection, this edition features an in-depth introduction and discussion questions by Joe Wheeler to provide greater understanding for today's reader. "A Christmas Carol" captures the heart of the holidays...