Books like Christmas in the Big Woods by Roger Lea MacBride
Set in early Wisconsin, this children's story follows a young pioneer girl as she and her family prepare for Christmas in their forest cabin. The narrative explores rural customs, family devotion, and the simplicity of farm life during the holiday season.
First publish date: October 30, 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Roger Lea MacBride
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