Barnes and Noble Fundraising Day!

Today, our school had a fundraiser at Barnes and Noble.  Part of the sales were donated to our school.  Parents and teachers wrapped gifts and greeted at the door, and students sang carols. Also, Mrs. Alaniz volunteered to read aloud to encourage people to participate in the fundraiser.

Mrs. Alaniz chose to read two holiday books.  The first one was Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree by Robert Barry.  It is about a man named Mr. Willowby who gives the gift of Christmas to many forest creatures when he has to chop off the top of his tree. 

Next, Mrs. Alaniz read The Beautiful Christmas Tree by Charlotte Zolotow.  This book is about a man who sees beauty in places others do not.  With love and care, he turns a little tree into a grand one, and provides much joy for other creatures.

Did you enjoy the reading?

Thanks to our wonderful PTO for organizing this event, and thanks to all who attended this day!  Happy reading and happy holidays!