The Legend of the Poinsettia

The Poinsettia came to the US from a Mexican tradition. I didn’t know this. They have a myth about the plant down there and this is the story of that myth. The story touched my heart. It’s similar to the Little Drummer boy. A young girl’s mother is ill and they have nothing to offer the baby Jesus f......more

Beautiful book that children will love to have read to them on Christmas. This is what I call a 'tradition book' that a small child will remember as the years go by - one day reading the book to their own family and remembering all those who use to read the book to them when they were a child.......more

Part of my Texas History lesson. I really enjoyed the artwork and story that Mr. dePaola gave to the story.......more

Another amazing example of Depaola'a words; this is the story of how the poinsettia became so important to the Christmas tradition. This story is a great way to introduce students to other cultures and their holiday traditions; perfect for a holidays around the world unit.......more

Author: Tomie dePaola Grade: 4th This Mexican legend is about a little girl (Lucida) who helps her mother weave a blanket for baby Jesus for a celebration on Christmas Eve. Lucida's mother becomes ill and is unable to finish the blanket. Lucida tries to finish it herself but is unsuccessful. She beco......more