The true meaning of gifts
580011
TJ Finkelstein and her friends are back for more in the fourth book of the 'TJ and the Time Stumblers' series.  "Ho-Ho-Nooo!" focuses on the true meaning of Christmas, and it isn't something you can buy in a store.  23rd century time travelers Tuna & Herby are still with us (nope, no fuel for their time-travel pod yet) and they are causing as many hijinks as before.

In this installment, TJ works and works to make money for a special Christmas gift for her dad (she is partly motivated to beat out her sister, Violet, and partly wants to help with the household finances as her Dad has just been laid off).

TJ learns that just maybe, even in the possession-focused city she lives in, that gifts for Christmas aren't always tangible.  I recommend this book and entire series.
2784394
All the manners mavens try to guilt people into picking out Stuff to give as gifts, trying to designate actual money as saying "I don't care enough to find out what you like." I've had too many Christmases ruined by a father who refused to accept that he didn't know what to give me. I say Cash is truly the only one-size-fits-all gift, and something that anyone is guaranteed to use. I told my husband I wanted an Amazon gift card because I'd been trading survey points for Amazon credits to save up for a Kindle, and I was close to my goal. He gave the card to me last week and told me to order it, so I would have it in time for it to be a holiday gift. I even have some left over to buy e-books!
18187
Mr. Serrie has once again impressed me. His ability to look into the human soul and bring out the peace and beauty that resides within us all, is truly a gift. That gift is what the true meaning of Christmas is all about.  Thank you, Mr. Serrie, for making traditional holiday songs bright and new  again.
1190951
I just received this as a gift and what a beatiful gift it is!!!!!  This will be a ''Pay it Forward'' book, I will stock up and offer this book for friends and family for Christmas.  Simple, insightful and will reconnect you with your true self.  I like on how you can just pick it up, doodle/write on a couple of pages and come back to it some other time.  Kudos to the autors, what a beautiful project!!  Enjoy!
4871482
Whether  you believe in the gifts of the Holy Spirit or just don"t understand them this a very well written book that will help you understand them. Showing you there is a place today in the church for the operation of the Gifts. This is a must read for all Christians.
3905225
This was one of the best gifts I purchsed for Christmas for two very Special friends. They were a bit smaller that I would have liked, yet brought tears to to each one.
2800697
"A gift should be big,
And a gift should be bright.
And a gift should be perfect-
Guaranteed to bring delight.

And a gift should have meaning
Plus a bit of bling-zing,
So Ill shop till I drop

For each just-right thing!

Mr. Fish is not a happy fish. In fact his pouty-face is even getting more pouty if that's even possible.  Why?  He is determined to bless all his friends with the ultimate Christmas gift where size, appearance and perfection are his goals.  He is on a mission to delight the hearts of all his friends with his ability to choose that right-on special gift that will surprise and awe them at the up-coming Christmas party.

Unfortunately he is a late-starter with his shopping and as he  hurriedly combs the shops he finds nothing that meets his expectations... that perfect gift to give.  His pout sags even more. Oh my!

  He is beside himself with worry until Miss Shimmer calms his fears and assures him that the "best gifts come straight from the heart."  She coaches him as he creates and wraps gifts that he knows will greatly please all of his friends once they are unwrapped.

Written in rhyme this book is perfect for the holiday season.  It will inspire kids to use their imaginations and make gifts for their loved ones which are much more meaningful to both the maker and the receiver.  This is the fourth book in the Pout-Pout series and I know kids will love them all.  The message is to be positive in all you do and best of all, in the end,  friendships win the day.

The illustrations are full of amazing detail: actions and expressions abound, and the colour palette is soft, inviting and spot on.  I highly  recommend this book.
1665005
Loved this book and the special gifts that each message gives the reader. Each chapter gives the reader a holy gift to receive and build spiritual knowledge and strength upon. Another stepping stone in the understanding of our purpose.
2438088
Answers . . . Explanations.  . . Light . . . Humbleness.  . . Blessings.  . . Love . . . A Must Gift
2767813
Lovely simple messages that are possible in everyone's daily lives. He is a joy to read and a true gift.
3769928
I enjoyed reading the book and think that my grandchildren would enjoy it as well. It relates the true magic of Christmas.  It helps to show children and adults as well that the true meaning of Christmas is Christ and that he gave the greatest gift of all....His Life for us.
It teaches that giving is a matter of the heart of obedience and not an outward show for man.
I think it will be well received.
3081559
That is a great thing to hear when you give someone a gift book. I will read it too. After I read Atonement, that is. That book was even better, I hear.
4081540
This is one of the best gifts I have ever given.
199643
Great gift and the decision on what is good is not on you!
1483398
This is a wonderful story about the joy and happiness that comes from giving.  It teaches children that true celebration comes from sharing what you have with others.  These values are common to Islam, Judaism and Christianity.  This book has particular meaning at this time of the year as all three of these faiths celebrate special holidays this December.  Indeed,  it is better to give than receive.
4076644
Gifts Within the Gift is an excellent book it stirs the readers heart to dig deeper for the vein of gold that is within it. There is plethora of information that motivates a person to research.

Harlene Pruitt
536685
This book is a gift and very appreciated.  Ease of purchase and delivery is a strong selling point esp. in gift giving.