{"product_id":"the-shortest-day-celebrating-the-winter-solstice-1","title":"The Shortest Day: Celebrating the Winter Solstice","description":"The beginning of winter is marked by the solstice, the shortest day of the year. Long ago, people grew afraid when each day had fewer hours of sunshine than the day before. Over time, they realized that one day each year the sun started moving toward them again. In lyrical prose and cozy illustrations, this book explains what the winter solstice is and how it has been observed by various cultures throughout history. Many contemporary holiday traditions were borrowed from ancient solstice celebrations. Simple science activities, ideas for celebrating the day in school and at home, and a further-reading list are included.\n\nIllustrated by Jesse Reisch.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0525469680\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.0525469680.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Pfeffer, Wendy|Reisch, Jesse\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43906161868861,"sku":"BVV.0525469680.G","price":7.06,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/0525469680-0.jpg?v=1793222633","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/the-shortest-day-celebrating-the-winter-solstice-1","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}