My kids know that every Christmas they will each open up a large box stuffed with new books. Some books in their boxes this year include:
And let me take this moment to plug a lovely picture book that would make an excellent gift for children in Kentucky or children elsewhere with grandparents in Kentucky, etc.:
The Twelve Days of Christmas in Kentucky by Evelyn Christensen, illustrated by Kent Culotta, is a delightful picture book. Add it to your gift list!