Peter and Lotta's Christmas

Peter and Lotta's first Christmas with their aunts and uncle is full of surprises. How will the children make Christmas extra special this year? A mini edition of Elsa Beskow's festive story with vintage illustrations which celebrates Swedish traditions. When Peter and Lotta spend their first Christmas with Aunt Green, Aunt Brown, Aunt Lavender and Uncle Blue, they are amazed by all the surprises, from decorating the Christmas tree and delicious gingerbread to presents delivered by the Christmas Goat! Before Christmas comes around again the children are determined to discover where the presents really come from, and give their aunts and uncle special gifts. Then on Christmas Eve, Peter and Lotta's kindness and generosity is rewarded with something unexpected.This delightful story from the world-renowned Swedish author--illustrator Elsa Beskow celebrates Swedish Christmas traditions and being a good neighbour. Elsa Beskow's Peter and Lotta series, about two orphans and their new family Aunts Green, Brown and Lavender and Uncle Blue, is full of gentle humour and charm. This wonderful mini gift edition of Peter and Lotta's Christmas reproduces Elsa Beskow's classic illustrations and beloved story in an adorable small format -- ideal for little hands.