Arthur’s Christmas Cookies by Lillian Hoban, 1972 Weekly Reader “I Can Read” Book

Here’s a little piece of Christmas magic from the 1970s — Arthur’s Christmas Cookies by Lillian Hoban. This is a 1972 Weekly Reader edition from the “I Can Read” series. The covers are clean with no stains, the pages are tidy with only light yellowing from age, and the binding is tight. A wonderful story for a child just starting to read, or for anyone who remembers sitting cross-legged at story time in the school library.
Perfect for holiday decorating, vintage book collections, or gifting to a teacher or grandchild who loves old-fashioned Christmas tales.

Arthur decides to surprise Santa Claus by baking Christmas cookies all by himself. But as young bakers often find out, things don’t go quite according to plan — the dough sticks, the cookies burn, and Arthur’s good intentions turn into a floury mess. Still, with a little persistence (and a lot of Christmas spirit), Arthur discovers that the thought and effort behind a gift mean more than perfection. It’s a charming holiday story about determination, problem-solving, and the joy of giving — perfect for early readers and nostalgic collectors alike.

Size:
8¾ inches in length
6¼ inches in width
Published by Harper & Row -- 1970 -- Weekly Reader Edition

Condition: Very good
The covers have no staining; the pages are all clean with no marks or tears just light yellowing from age.

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