Book details
The Twelve Days of Christmas: A Pinata for the Pinon Tree
Description
On the first day of Christmas mis amigos brought to me: a pinata for the pinon tree.Spice up Christmas with a Southwestern spin! Celebrate the holidays with Philemon Sturges' lively adaption of the classic Christmas carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas. Instead of leaping lords and drummers drumming, our favourite friends from Readerville bring us cowgirls yodelin', poinsettias bloomin, and much more more! This vivacious rendition, accompanied by Ashley Wolff's vibrant illustrations, features all the joyous characters in the song and a special recipe for bizcochltos, cookies that can be found in every New Mexican home during Christmas time.
Age
2-7
Text complexity
proficient
Length
32 pages
Why to read
- Cultural Enrichment: 'The Twelve Days of Christmas: A Piñata for the Piñon Tree' by Philemon Sturges offers readers a unique twist on the classic Christmas carol by incorporating elements of Southwestern and Mexican culture. Reading this book can provide insight into different cultural traditions and celebrations during the holiday season.
- Vibrant Illustrations: The book is known for its colorful and engaging illustrations that bring the story to life. These illustrations can captivate readers of all ages, making it a visual treat and enhancing the reading experience.
- Language Development: For younger readers, the book presents an opportunity to develop language skills through repetition and rhyme. The familiar structure of 'The Twelve Days of Christmas' song allows children to anticipate and learn new words, phrases, and counting in an enjoyable way.
- Holiday Spirit: Reading this book can help get readers into the holiday spirit by offering a festive story that can be shared with family and friends. It's a wonderful way to create new holiday traditions or to simply enjoy a heartwarming tale during the Christmas season.