A fireside glow, laughter in the parlour, and the gentle hush of snow or summer dusk: The Holiday Reward, Or, Tales To Instruct And Amuse Good Children During The Christmas And Midsummer Vacations invites young listeners and readers into a world where every story is a gift. Within these pages, Mrs. Ventum gathers a classic holiday story collection, blending Christmas moral tales and summer vacation stories with warmth, wit, and timeless lessons in good behaviour. Each tale, carefully chosen for children of character and curiosity, offers gentle guidance and delight, perfect for bedtime read aloud stories or quiet moments by the nursery hearth. This vintage children's anthology is more than a simple gathering of tales. It is a window into Victorian children's literature, echoing the values and imagination of 19th century England. Stories for good children are woven with subtle instruction and amusement, making this a cherished sunday school storybook and a classic nursery storybook for families seeking meaningful moments together. Mrs. Ventum's voice carries across generations, her narratives as relevant for today's young minds as for those of a bygone era. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are discovering these enchanting children's moral stories for the first time or returning to a beloved treasure, The Holiday Reward stands as an enduring celebration of kindness, imagination, and the simple joys of holiday gatherings.