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The Legend of the Poinsettia
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'The Legend of the Poinsettia' by Tommy dePaola tells the story of a young girl named Lucida in Mexico who has no gift to offer the Christ Child at the Christmas Eve Mass.
Feeling disheartened, she gathers some weeds from the roadside as a humble offering.
When she places the weeds at the altar, they miraculously transform into beautiful, bright red flowers, which become known as poinsettias.
The story emphasizes the value of giving from the heart, regardless of the material worth of the gift.
DePaola's retelling is celebrated for its vibrant illustrations and its heartwarming message of love and faith during the Christmas season.
Feeling disheartened, she gathers some weeds from the roadside as a humble offering.
When she places the weeds at the altar, they miraculously transform into beautiful, bright red flowers, which become known as poinsettias.
The story emphasizes the value of giving from the heart, regardless of the material worth of the gift.
DePaola's retelling is celebrated for its vibrant illustrations and its heartwarming message of love and faith during the Christmas season.
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Five timeless Christmas stories
