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Read time: 328 words, 1 minute.
Before A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens was in serious debt.
He wrote the book quickly.
Paid for the printing himself.
Its success didn’t just create a Christmas classic.
It kept him financially afloat.
-Kabir & Sue
🪣Monthly Bucket – December
📚 Books
Christmas Is Coming
By Monika Utnik-Strugala (Illustrated by Ewa Poklewska-Koziello)
This book captures the smells and tastes of unique Christmas customs and traditions from around the world. Find out why Christmas is celebrated on December 25th, who invented the first glass ornament, why people build nativity scenes, etc.
All-of-a-Kind Family Hanukkah
By Emily Jenkins (Illustrated by Paul O. Zelinsky)
A story about a family on New York City’s Lower East Side, celebrating the first night of Hanukkah.
Himalayan Nights
By Kabir Sehgal & Surishtha Sehgal (Illustrated by Kamala Nair)
From the highest snowcapped peaks to the lowest shimmering lakes and all the amazing places in between, come explore the wondrous sights of the Himalayan Mountains in Asia. Whether it’s a boat ride or bird-watching, riding on bikes or on yaks, there are mountains of fun to be had! And when the day of fun is done, wrap up in a cozy pashmina and settle in to sleep and dream of all the day’s adventures.
🎵 Music
Peaceful Like a Panda
By Kira Willey
Collection of gentle mindfulness songs and guided exercises designed to help kids slow down, breathe, and settle their bodies.
🍦 Extras
How to make Carrot Halwa – A warm and comforting dessert made with grated carrots, milk, and nuts. Perfect for the winter season.
📅 Calendar
January 26 – Republic Day
March 22 – Holi
April 14 – Vaisakhi
May 20 – Buddha Purnima
📷 Photo
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📖 Readings
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Indian Animals Coloring Book
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