The Goblins' Christmas

Anderson, ElizabethProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.8

Word count: 7.7K words
Chapters: 1

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.The Goblins' Christmas by Elizabeth AndersonAuthor: Anderson, Elizabeth,Language: English, Class: PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres, Release Date: Jun 9, 2007

Editor's review

This is a children's fantasy story set at Christmas, centered on the holiday experiences of little goblins; it is a typical short work of juvenile literature. Its value lies in its light festive atmosphere and imaginative coloring: the goblin characters are lively and the plot revolves around the holiday, making it suitable as seasonal reading or bedtime-story material. As a public-domain e-text, it is short and plainly written, easy to get through, and convenient for parents and children to read aloud in roles or retell the plot. Note that the story dates from an earlier era, and its narrative pacing and diction carry the flavor of old-fashioned children's books, so today's young readers may need a little adult explanation. Overall, it works better as light holiday-themed reading and introductory English reading material than as a literary work aiming for depth; readers may treat it as a brief imaginative holiday excursion.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Parents looking for a Christmas-themed short story for their children
Learners who need easy English reading material on a seasonal theme
Young readers who enjoy goblins and fantasy

Not a good fit for

Adult fantasy readers who prefer long, complex plots
Beginners not used to the language of old-fashioned children's literature
Readers expecting modern picture-book-style holiday illustrations

Reading tips

Use it as seasonal reading around Christmas, reading aloud in roles with your child.
After reading, have the child retell the goblins' holiday experiences to practice oral expression.
English readers can first read through for the gist, then look up new words for a close reading.
It is short enough to finish in one sitting or split into two or three bedtime sessions.

About the publisher

Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

What age of children is this story suitable for?

As a short seasonal fantasy with a simple plot and modest length, it suits primary-school-age children who can already understand or read short stories. Younger children can have a parent read aloud and explain the old-fashioned wording; older children can try reading the English original on their own.

How difficult is the language?

The original is in English, with short sentences and everyday vocabulary, but it was written long ago and some expressions carry the feel of old-fashioned children's books. Children with basic English reading ability can read it with adult help, or first get the gist and then deal with new words.

Is this book suitable for classroom teaching?

It can serve as supplementary reading material for a seasonal theme, used for short read-alouds, plot retelling, or discussion of holiday culture. But because it is short and light, it is not suitable as a main textbook; better as a classroom extension or an option for independent reading after class.

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Anderson, Elizabeth Author

Elizabeth Anderson is an author about whom limited public information is available. The library currently holds only one work by her, The Goblins' Christmas. Judging from the title, the book is set against the backdrop of Christmas and revolves around goblins, a fantastical figure, making it a narrative work with a festive atmosphere and elements of fantasy, possibly intended for young or child readers. Because reliable information about the author's life, nationality, dates of birth and death, and creative career is lacking, no further judgment can be made about her educational background, writing career, or literary standing. The available material only indicates that she has taken part in at least one work of festive fiction, and her writing style may lean toward a light and imaginative approach. A fuller understanding of this author would require additional public information and details about her works.