The Swallow that Awaited Christmas

The Swallow that Awaited Christmas

A swallow, while conversing with a sparrow, is dazzled by the sparrow’s description of the festive Christmas atmosphere.  He, therefore, decides against following his flock on their trip to the warm south ...
 
Author : Doxa Kostsalidou
Edition : Ellinoekdotiki
Class name : 1st - 3rd grades

 

A swallow, while conversingwith a sparrow, is dazzled by the sparrow’s description of the festive Christmasatmosphere.  He, therefore, decidesagainst following his flock on their trip to the warm south, instead stayingbehind to experience all the marvels he has heard about.  While endangered by the cold during his time inthe north, he sees the beauty of the holy days, he feels human compassion andunderstands the deeper meaning of Christmas… Love!

The Swallow that Awaited ChristmasAuthor:  Doxa KotsalidouPublisher: EllinoekdotikiPublication Date: 2009Pages: 44

For students in 1st, 2ndand 3rd grades

 

[date of posting: 12/15/2015]

 
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