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2011 Christmas & Hanukkah Picture-Book Roundup

  • CHILDREN'S

    MERRY CHRISTMAS, MR. SNOWMAN

    OCT. 1, 2011

CHILDREN'S

MERRY CHRISTMAS, MR. SNOWMAN

by Wolfram Hänel & illustrated by Judith Rossell

Though the text is a little wordy, the appealing illustrations, simple plot and warm, family-centered emotional tone make... Full review >

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  • CHILDREN'S

    KEVIN'S CHRISTMAS

    OCT. 1, 2011

CHILDREN'S

KEVIN'S CHRISTMAS

by Liesbet Slegers & illustrated by Liesbet Slegers

This could be enjoyed just for the cheerful illustrations, but most little ones won’t be interested in the mundane story. Full review >

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  • CHILDREN'S

    RICKY'S CHRISTMAS TREE

    OCT. 1, 2011

  • CHILDREN'S

    THE WORST TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS

    NOV. 1, 2011

CHILDREN'S

THE WORST TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS

by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen & illustrated by Ryan Wood

Some joyless adults will object to the “stinky baby” theme, but lots of kids will find the mischievous mayhem a refreshing... Full review >

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  • CHILDREN'S

    MONSTER CHRISTMAS

    SEPT. 1, 2011

  • CHILDREN'S

    CHRISTMAS EVE AT THE MELLOPS'

    SEPT. 19, 2011

CHILDREN'S

CHRISTMAS EVE AT THE MELLOPS'

by Tomi Ungerer & illustrated by Tomi Ungerer

The subtle theme of the transformative power hidden within heartfelt gifts is elegantly conveyed in this amusing holiday... Full review >

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