Book details
The Night Before Christmas
Description
Many people know that famous opening line: "'Twas the night before Christmas and all thro' the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse." Clement Clarke Moore's timeless poem "Night Before Christmas," originally titled "A Visit from St. Nicholas," has passed from generation to generation since it was published nearly two hundred years ago. Many consider it to be the quintessential Christmas Eve bedtime story. It has been featured in countless film, theater, and musical adaptations, among other mediums, and has been said to be "arguably the best-known verses written by an American." Revisit this Christmas Eve classic with your child in a stunning repackaged and redesigned edition, featuring beautiful vintage art by A. E. Kennedy that will charm and captivate readers both young and old just before Santa arrives.
Age
5-8
Text complexity
proficient
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- To enjoy a classic holiday tale that captures the magic and excitement of Christmas Eve.
- To experience a traditional story that has been part of Christmas celebrations for generations.
- To share a heartwarming reading experience with family, especially with children, as part of a holiday tradition.
- To appreciate the charming illustrations and poetic language that often accompany this beloved Christmas story.