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Marta and the Manger Straw: A Christmas Tradition from Poland

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Book Description
In World War II Poland, a young girl receives straw at the Christmas Eve service to bring to her impoverished family. But on her way home, Marta meets others who are much poorer than she, and she shares her piece until there is nothing left. In spite of the lack of straw--though perhaps because of her generous heart---Marta finds riches she never expected in this tender tale of Christmas giving. T... More
Book Information
PublisherZonderkidz
BindingKindle Edition (3 editions)
Reading LevelUncategorized
# of Pages40
ISBN-10B003JMF3IA
Publication Date04/27/2010
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About Virginia L. Kroll (Author) : Virginia L. Kroll is a published author of children's books. Some of the published credits of Virginia L. Kroll include On the Way to Kindergarten, Good Citizen Sarah (The Way I Act Books), The Thanks... more
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About Robyn Belton (Illustrator) : Robyn Belton is a published illustrator of children's books. Published credits of Robyn Belton include Marta and the Manger Straw: A Christmas Tradition from Poland (Traditions of Faith from around th... more
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