Review: The First Christmas Night by Keith Christopher and Christine Kornacki, Illustrator

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About the Book

This gorgeously illustrated picture book features a lyrical retelling of the birth of Christ, written in the style of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.“‘Twas the very first Christmas when all through the town, not a creature was stirring — there was not a sound.”

This beautiful retelling of the birth of Jesus celebrates that joyous night in Bethlehem so long ago. The poem begins with the arrival of Mary and Joseph in Bethlehem and moves through Christ’s birth, the angels’ appearance to the shepherds, and the visit by the Wise Men. The simple, yet elegant, verses will appeal to little ones and are accompanied by the rich oil illustrations of Christine Kornacki.

Review

The First Christmas Night is a beautiful book that captures the first Christmas night. Beautifully illustrated and comforting to read, it would be wonderful to be read aloud and bring their story alive. It captures the progression of events leading up to the birth of Jesus and the wise men. 

This is a good book to add to the collection.

Pages: 32

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Review: You Can Always Find One Kind Thing to Say! by Rebecca Atanassova

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You Can Always Find One Kind Thing to Say! Is a cute book that encourages kindness. No matter who you are, there’s always something kind you can say to someone. It gives wonderful examples to show children situations where it can be extended. I love the encouragement of pursuing kindness whenever there is a moment that can be captured.

Overall, a wonderful book with a message that will help them not only be kind but teach awareness of others and the importance of how kindness not only benefits others but them also.

Pages: 24

Reading Age: 3 - 9

Review: I'm a Lion, On the Prowl by Rebecca Atanassova

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I'm a Lion, On the Prowl is a fun book complemented with colorful illustrations that will hopefully inspire some fun play as we see this young boy play with his stuffed animals. This is a nice book that will teach your child about different animals and the sounds they make. This would be a fun book read aloud with animated gestures.

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Review: Home is Best by Rebecca Atanassova

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About the Book

Home is indeed best, but what home looks like is very different for different animals. In “Home is Best,” take a peek at several animal friends and the places they call home. Early learners will enjoy the gentle illustrations and rhyme teaching them about the natural world.

Review

Home Is Best is a beautiful book with a sweet story. Filled with beautiful illustrations and rhymes of what makes a home for these different animals, we get to see what makes their home and learn something about each of them. You’ll learn and feel good at the same time.

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Review: Super-Sippity, Pucker-Lippity Lemonade! by Rebecca Atanassova

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About the Book

Mix up a pitcher full of fun when you read "Super-Sippity, Pucker-Lippity Lemonade!," a delightful rhyming story about having fun lending a helping hand in your community. The children in our story set up their own summertime lemonade stand and share what they earn (and what they learn) with others. When you share, you truly show you care. And as a special treat, at the back of the book, readers will find the author’s family lemonade recipe.

Review

Super-Sippity, Pucker-Lippity Lemonade! Is such a wonderful book that would be such a great read especially right now when times are so tough for so many families. What a great way to inspire kids to help others. This shows them how to make a plan, gather what they need to be successful and how teamwork makes any dream work. The joy of giving back is such a wonderful feeling that will leave you feeling good. 

Pages: 26

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