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First, Marley's ghost, then the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and Future, appear from seemingly nowhere, one through a door, another out of a candle flame, the next from a table set with a feast, and finally, the most chilling of them rising from a graveyard, his face shrouded by a cloak. At the bottom of every spread, tucked into a pocket, is a booklet with the "stave" or chapter that's illustrated, or in the case of the first booklet, an essay about the novella's enduring appeal. One can't help think that Dickens would approve of this grand depiction, especially when reminded of the lavish binding, gilt edging and hand-colored illustrations that Dickens insisted upon for his book's first edition in 1843. Respectful and glowing with warmth, Fischer adaptation conveys the depth of Carol's desire for a more kind and forgiving world.
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By Bianca Schulze and Phoebe Vreeland, The Children’s Book Review
Published: November 22, 2010
Last year, Lauren Thompson’s holiday book, The Christmas Magic, let us in on one of Santa’s little secrets: Santa gets a “tingling in his whiskers” when the Christmas magic is on its way. I believe that the tingling has begun. Perhaps even a little jingling, too!
From nicely illustrated carols to tales for the naughty and nice, our holiday gift to you is this list of wonderful Christmas books.
by David Shannon
Reading level: Ages 3-7
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: The Blue Sky Press (September 1, 2010)
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Publisher’s synopsis: Readers of all ages will vividly remember trying to peek at hidden gift packages; writing scrolls of wish lists to Santa; and struggling to behave at formal Christmas dinner parties. Always in the background, we know Santa Claus is watching, soon to decide if David deserves a shiny new fire truck or a lump of coal under the tree. From playing with delicate ornaments to standing in an endlessly long line for Santa, here are common Christmas activities–but with David’s naughty trimmings. A surefire hit that is destined to be an annual classic.
Note: Fans of No, David! will be thrilled with Shannon’s latest addition. Pairing it with Too Many Toys would make a great gift. It’s Christmas, David is also available in Spanish.
Add this book to your collection: It’s Christmas, David! or llego La Navidad, David! (Spanish Edition)
From nicely illustrated carols to tales for the naughty and nice, our holiday gift to you is this list of wonderful Christmas books.
The Twelve Days of Christmas in Washington, DC
by Candice Ransom (Author), Sarah Hollander (Illustrator)
Reading level: Ages 5-7
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Sterling (October 5, 2010)
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