The Sweet Smell of Christmas
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1970 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

The Sweet Smell of Christmas

Written by Patricia M. Scarry · Illustrated by J. P. Miller

Part of the Scented Storybook series

Experience Christmas through scents as Little Bear prepares for the holidays.

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36 pages· 797 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
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Join Little Bear on a festive journey filled with the scents of Christmas. As he prepares for the holidays, discover the aromas of apple pie, Christmas trees, and hot chocolate. This scratch-and-sniff adventure invites families to immerse themselves in the yuletide spirit, making it a delightful seasonal treat. What scents will you uncover next?

From the publisher

Celebrate the sights and smells of Christmas with this classic scratch-and sniff book–a fragrant stocking stuffer perfect for any child! Join Little Bear as he prepares for the holidays, all the while giving readers a chance to smell six wonderful scents including apple pie, christmas tree, hot chocolate, and more! This delectable treat is a perfect way for families to spend the yuletide season.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
36
Words
797
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD520L
Themes & topics
Books about bearsBooks about ChristmasBooks about Christmas and adventBooks about holidaysBooks about winter
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
September 23, 2003
First published
July 1, 1970
Publisher
Golden Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780375826436

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