{"product_id":"christmas-in-america-hardcover","title":"Christmas in America - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCallista Gingrich\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eSusan Arciero\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEllis the Elephant is back  In \u003ci\u003eChristmas in America\u003c\/i\u003e, the fifth in Callista Gingrich's \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling series, Ellis discovers the meaning of Christmas and learns how this special holiday has been celebrated throughout American history. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn preceding books, including \u003ci\u003eSweet Land of Liberty\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLand of the Pilgrims' Pride\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eYankee Doodle Dandy\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eFrom Sea to Shining Sea\u003c\/i\u003e, Ellis learns about the pivotal moments that have shaped our nation. Now, in Christmas in America, this adorable pachyderm explores the tales and traditions that have made Christmas a cherished part of the American experience. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAuthored by Callista Gingrich and illustrated by Susan Arciero, \u003ci\u003eChristmas in America\u003c\/i\u003e will delight readers who want to discover how the celebration of Christmas has prevailed and brought out the best in our nation.\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEllis the Elephant explores Christmas throughout American history!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn Christmas in America, the fifth in Callista Gingrich's New York Times bestselling children's series, Ellis discovers the meaning of Christmas and learns how this cherished holiday has been celebrated in America for more than four hundred years! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJoin Ellis as he travels back in time and experiences Christmas in America with: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eColonists in Williamsburg, Virginia\u003cbr\u003eGeorge and Martha Washington at Mount Vernon\u003cbr\u003eAndrew Jackson at the White House\u003cbr\u003eCivil War soldiers on the battlefield\u003cbr\u003eCalvin Coolidge as he lights the first national Christmas tree\u003cbr\u003eApollo 8 astronauts as they orbit the moon \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith vibrant illustrations and charming rhymes, Christmas in America explores the tales and traditions that have made Christmas a beloved part of the American experience.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCallista Gingrich\u003c\/b\u003e is the president of Gingrich Productions. She and her husband, Newt, host and produce documentary films. Recent films include The First American, Divine Mercy, A City Upon a Hill, America at Risk, and Nine Days that Changed the World. Mrs. Gingrich is the author of the New York Times bestselling children's series featuring Ellis the Elephant. Recent books include Hail to the Chief, Christmas in America, From Sea to Shining Sea, Yankee Doodle Dandy, Land of the Pilgrims' Pride, and Sweet Land of Liberty. She is also the co-author of Rediscovering God in America and Ronald Reagan: Rendezvous with Destiny. Mrs. Gingrich is the voice for several audio books, including A Nation Like No Other and To Save America. She is also the president of the Gingrich Foundation, a charitable non-profit corporation. Mrs. Gingrich resides in McLean, Virginia with her husband, Newt Gingrich. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eSusan Arciero\u003c\/b\u003e is an award-winning illustrator of numerous children's books, including Hail to the Chief, Christmas in America, From Sea to Shining Sea, Yankee Doodle Dandy, Land of the Pilgrims' Pride, Sweet Land of Liberty, Nat, Nat the Nantucket Cat and Cornelius Vandermouse: The Pride of Newport. Growing up in Massachusetts and traveling the world as a member of a military family, Susan lives in Pinehurst, North Carolina, with her husband, three children, and two basset hounds.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 10.2 x 8.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 12, 2015\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiz Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christmas in America\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower Grades, K-3\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.4\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n                ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51770588954912,"sku":"9781621573456","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/27977f80b6d1b12204b4c96011428767.webp?v=1780374557","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/christmas-in-america-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}