The Curious Polka~Dot Present
Contributors: Patricia M. Rose (Illustrator)
Edition: First edition
Publisher: Forever Young Publishers
Published: June 8, 2007
Place of publication: USA
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 32
ISBN-13: 9780977442218
Subjects: Holidays & Celebrations - Birthdays; Children's Books / 4-8 Years; Social Issues - General; Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Fiction; Birthdays; Gifts; Grandparent and child; Juvenile Fiction; Children: Grades 1-2
Description: A Mom's Choice Awards Recipient, "The Curious Polka~Dot Present" is a heartwarming story that truly shows the love between a grandparent and a grandchild.  Author, Cheri L. Hallwood, once again uses her unique rhyming style to capture the imagination of her young readers.  
Written in lyrical rhyme, this story reminds us all of the excitement every child feels when they know their "Special Day" is fast approaching.  Readers will feel the anticipation grow as a little girl waits anxiously for a surprise present to come by mail.   When the mysterious gift arrives just in time for her birthday, she cannot imagine what might be inside or who has sent such a  curious looking present.  Share in her delight as she discovers that the gift inside was made by someone very dear to her . . . Grandma! 
A simple yet charming story that is sure to be enjoyed by grandparents and grandchildren of all ages.