The Legend of the Poinsettia
Title: The Legend of the Poinsettia
Details
- Author(s):
- Tommie DePaola
- Recommended ages:
- Children
- Language:
- English
- Categories:
- General fiction
Description
In this legend from Mexico, a little girl, Lucinda, is proud to help her mother weave a new blanket for the Baby Jesus to be used in a Christmas procession. But when Lucinda's mother takes ill, Lucinda tangles the yarn and is unable to complete the blanket. Feeling she has ruined Christmas, Lucinda is reluctant to go to the procession until a mysterious old woman appears from the shadows and tells Lucinda, "Any gift is beautiful because it is given. Whatever you give, the Baby Jesus will love be
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