The Return of the Light: Twelve Tales from Around the World for the Winter Solstice
10 best books like The Return of the Light: Twelve Tales from Around the World for the Winter Solstice (Carolyn McVickar Edwards): The Tomten, Goddesses: A World of Myth and Magic, Not One Damsel in Distress: World Folktales for Strong Girls, The Shortest Day: Celebrating the Winter Solstice, The Winter Solstice, Lucia and the Light, When Winter Comes, Earth Prayers: From Around the World: 365 Prayers, Poems, and Invocations for Honoring the Earth, Terribly Twisted Tales, Circle Round: Raising Children in Goddess Traditions
| Author | Astrid Lindgren |
| ISBN | 0698115910 |
It's official. . . I'm obsessed with Astrid Lindgren. I just ordered every possible title that I do not possess from the library, then ordered the remaining books from Amazon. (In case my husband reads this review, I would like to add that I was able to find MOST of her work at the library).
I want...
Goddesses: A World of Myth and Magic
| Author | Burleigh Muten |
| ISBN | 1841480754 |
★ true rating: 3.5 stars ★
Overall this was pretty cute, it showcases 2-3 goddesses on each page. The goddesses are organized in alphabetical order, but there is also a chart in the back of the book that has them organized by region/culture which I thought was a nice touch.
There are 100+...
| Author | Jane Yolen |
| ISBN | 0152020470 |
These thirteen folktales have one thing in common: brainy, brawny, brave heroines--and not one damsel in distress! From Bradamante, the fierce female medieval knight, to Li Chi, the Chinese girl who slays a dreaded serpent and saves her town, these heroines use their cunning, wisdom, and strength...
| Author | Wendy Pfeffer |
| ISBN | 0525469680 |
The beginning of winter is marked by the solstice, the shortest day of the year. Long ago, people grew afraid when each day had fewer hours of sunshine than the day before. Over time, they realized that one day each year the sun started moving toward them again. In lyrical prose and cozy illustrations,...
| Author | Ellen Jackson |
| ISBN | 1562944002 |
This review was posted on my book blog, The Towering Pile.
This book was not at all what I was expecting. What I was expecting was a nice book about celebrating the Winter Solstice. Something Pagan parents could read to their children around the holiday season.
Instead, this book describes...
| Author | Phyllis Root |
| ISBN | 0763622966 |
Luminously illustrated by Mary GrandPre, a timeless adventure from master storyteller Phyllis Root about the loss of the sun - and one girl's brave quest to find it.
In a cozy cabin high in the mountains of the Far North, Lucia and her family live a snug and contented life. But one day the wind screams...
| Author | Nancy Van Laan |
| ISBN | 0689817789 |
As bland as the snow.
Very repetitive. I certainly couldn't read this to my kid because it would drive me crazy.
Every other page is, “Where, oh where does the X go/When winter comes and the cold winds blow?” And then it says where it goes. It's in rhyme. It's all about the different...
In forest clearings, beneath star-filled skies, in cathedrals, and before the hearth... women and men have always given voice to the impulse to celebrate the world that surrounds and sustains them. Now, as we face a diminished present and an uncertain future, the need to honor the interconnection...
| Author | Martin H. Greenberg |
| ISBN | 0756405548 |
Eighteen original stories that take familiar fairy tales and shift them around to give an entirely new slant.
Fairy tales are among the earliest fantasies we are exposed to when young and impressionable. They stay with us throughout our lives, whether in their original versions or filtered...
| Author | Anne Hill |
| ISBN | 0553378058 |
In our rushed, stressed society, it's sometimes difficult to spend meaningful time as a family. Now Starhawk, Diane Baker, and Anne Hill offer new ways to foster a sense of togetherness through celebrations that honor the sacredness of life and our Mother Earth.
Goddess tradition embraces...
| Author | Cait Johnson |
| ISBN | 0892815507 |
Adults have a wide array of books to help explore earth-based spirituality. But what if they want to include their children? Here is a handbook to help parents, caregivers, teachers, and counselors create meaningful spiritual experiences that will inspire children of all ages. The ideas, suggestions,...
Midsummer: Magical Celebrations of the Summer Solstice
| Author | Anna Franklin |
| ISBN | 0738700525 |
Celebrate Midsummer-A Day of Warmth and Light,
A Night of Fairy Folk and Magic
Midsummer is one of the most ancient, widespread, and joyful Pagan festivals. The sun rises to the height of its power on the summer solstice, and Midsummer Eve is filled with fairy mischief and magic. Anna Franklin...
| Author | Carol Heyer |
| ISBN | 0824955595 |
This book is suitable for ages 4-8. We have all heard the story of the three wise men, who brought their gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to the baby Jesus. But what about the camels who carried them? Here is the imaginative story of Humphrey the camel and his long, cold journey to Bethlehem. In addition...
The Winter Solstice: The Sacred Traditions of Christmas the Sacred Traditions of Christmas
| Author | John Matthews |
| ISBN | 0835608344 |
Covering cultures around the world yet focusing mostly upon the European roots, and traditions of what is Christmas-tide. A celebration suggestion is offered at the end of each chapter.
A section at the end is dedicated to the 12 Days, stories, traditions, and feasts for each day.
What...
Pagan Christmas: The Plants, Spirits, and Rituals at the Origins of Yuletide
| Author | Christian Rätsch |
| ISBN | 1594770921 |
An examination of the sacred botany and the pagan origins and rituals of Christmas
• Analyzes the symbolism of the many plants associated with Christmas
• Reveals the shamanic rituals that are at the heart of the Christmas celebration
The day on which many commemorate...
Autumn Equinox: The Enchantment of Mabon
| Author | Ellen Dugan |
| ISBN | 0738706248 |
Mabon, Feast of Avalon, Cornucopia, Harvest Home, Festival of the Vine . . . there are many names for this magickal holiday that celebrates the autumn equinox, the first day of fall. Ellen Dugan takes a fresh look at this "forgotten" Sabbat and demonstrates how to make the most of this enchanting season.
Featuring...
Ostara: Customs, Spells & Rituals for the Rites of Spring
| Author | Edain McCoy |
| ISBN | 0738700827 |
Celebrate the Awakening Earth at the Spring Equinox
Embrace Ostara as a point of balance in your life, a moment in time where both dark and light and night and day are in harmony before the light is victorious and carries us on to the bounty of summer pleasures. "Ostara" is packed with rituals, spells,...
Our Family Tree: An Evolution Story
| Author | Lisa Westberg Peters |
| ISBN | 0152017720 |
All of us are part of an old, old family. The roots of our family tree reach back millions of years to the beginning of life on earth. Open this family album and embark on an amazing journey. You'll meet some of our oldest relatives--from both the land and the sea--and discover what we inherited from each...
Improv Sewing: A Freeform Approach to Creative Techniques; 101 Fast, Fun, and Fearless Projects: Dresses, Tunics, Scarves, Skirts, Accessories, Pillows, Curtains, and More
| Author | Nicole Blum |
| ISBN | 1603427406 |
Add charm and personal style to your crafting. Nicole Blum and Debra Immergut offer 101 fun project ideas that will have you incorporating decorative touches and texturally interesting patterns into your sewing repertoire. Each project is designed to take less than a day, meaning that before you...
The New Tarot Handbook: Master the Meanings of the Cards
| Author | Rachel Pollack |
| ISBN | 0738731900 |
Renowned author Rachel Pollack has spent more than forty years studying and practicing Tarot. This insightful guide distills her vast knowledge and offers a direct, accessible approach to mastering the cards.
This book will teach you the meanings of the cards and enable you to begin doing...
Fa la la la Felt: 45 Handmade Holiday Decorations
| Author | Amanda Carestio |
| ISBN | 1600596150 |
'Tis the season to make felt crafts-fa, la la la la! These 45+ festive Christmas projects will bring joy to crafters everywhere. Created by successful online designers from around the world, the adorable items range from a sweet garland of little birds to super-cute matryoshka doll ornaments. All...
Audrey Hepburn: The Paramount Years
| Author | Tony Nourmand |
| ISBN | 0811858022 |
Roman Holiday, Sabrina, Funny Face, Paris When It Sizzles, Breakfast at Tiffany'sthese early films established Audrey Hepburn as the epitome of stylish grace and playful elegance. This collection of legendary and never-before-seen Paramount poster art, lobby cards, magazine covers, costume...
The Red-Haired Girl from the Bog: The Landscape of Celtic Myth and Spirit
| Author | Patricia Monaghan |
| ISBN | 1577314581 |
This exciting project brings together decades of study about mythology with one seeker’s circuambulation through the landscape of Ireland, all described with a poet’s voice. Pat Monaghan has studied and taught many integrated studies in poetry, science, mythology, feminist spirituality,...
Beltane: Springtime Rituals, Lore & Celebration
| Author | Raven Grimassi |
| ISBN | 1567182836 |
Hail Spring with a "Bright Fire" Celebration!
Discover the roots of Beltane or "bright fire," the ancient Pagan festival that celebrates spring, and the return of nature's season of growth and renewal. In the only book written solely on this ancient Pagan festival, you'll explore the evolution...
Super Scratch Programming Adventure!: Learn to Program By Making Cool Games
| Author | The LEAD Project |
| ISBN | 1593274092 |
Scratch is the wildly popular educational programming language used by millions of first-time learners in classrooms, libraries, and homes worldwide. By dragging together colorful blocks of code, kids quickly learn computer programming concepts and make cool games and animations.
In...
