Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #250051 in Books
• Published on: 2002-10
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 32 pages

From Publishers Weekly
This illustrated gift book for all ages tells the classic story of the "Christmas Oranges," in which a young orphan girl named Rose discovers the spirit of generosity that lies at the heart of the holiday. When Rose is eight years old, an epidemic forces the closing of her beloved Greenwoods Orphanage, and she is shipped to Irongates, an austere, loveless institution run with Dickensian cruelty. Headmaster Crampton punishes Rose severely for a tiny infraction, decreeing that she miss the special treat of an orange on Christmas morning. How the other children circumvent his instructions to safeguard a glorious Christmas for Rose is the sweet message of this story, which is beautifully illustrated by Ben Sowards.
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Customer Reviews

Christmas Traditions
This book is a story wonderfully told for all ages. It is beautifully illustrated. It teaches all of us the true meaning of Christmas. It will definately become a tradition at our house.

Christmas Oranges - A Great Gift to Give to Anyone
Tear-jerker. Everyone should read "Christmas Oranges" and be reminded that Christmas is about giving to others. My 8-year old enjoyed it also. I intend on giving this book to family, friends, and co-workers this next Christmas.

A Christmas Classic
Each year I look for one or two fabulous christmas stories to add to our family collection. This year The Christmas Orange is one of our picks. Fabulous illustrations and a tender story which is a great read aloud, especially for older elementary school aged children. Highly recommended.