On November 21, 1912, the schooner "Rouse Simmons" set sail from a small northern Michigan town across Lake Michigan. Affectionately dubbed the "Christmas Tree Ship," this was an annual trek from the "Rouse Simmons." But the schooner never makes its destination. Illustrations.
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On November 21, 1912, the schooner "Rouse Simmons" set sail from a small northern Michigan town across Lake Michigan. Affectionately dubbed the "Christmas Tree Ship," this was an annual trek from the "Rouse Simmons." But the schooner never makes its destination. Illustrations.
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Ellison, Chris. Fine. Glued binding. Paper over boards. With dust jacket. 32 p. Contains: Illustrations, color. Intended for a juvenile audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Seller's Description:
Ellison, Chris. New. Glued binding. Paper over boards. With dust jacket. 32 p. Contains: Illustrations, color. Intended for a juvenile audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
Told through the eyes of a young boy, he recalls his Grandfather Axel's tales. His favorite was always the retelling of Captain Schuenemann and the Christmas tree ship, Rouse Simmons.
The story tells of Captain "Santa" taking Christmas trees from Michigan to Chicago on his ship, every single year. Until the Rouse Simmons sinks, and all is in despair. Yet the legacy continues.
It's such a heartwarming tale for the family to read it together --- especially on Christmas Eve. In addition to the story itself, the artwork by Chris Ellison is just stunning! I kept flipping through the pages again and again to take in the detailed pictures. The story of Captain Schuenemann is actually true, so you'll be learning historical facts with your children as you read. I'd definitely recommend this one!
