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Book Review The Night Before Christmas (Little Golden Book)

by Clement Clarke Moore

Book Details

Publisher:Golden Books
Published:2011-09-13
Pages:26
Format:hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0375863591

Reading Info

Age Range:2-8

About This Book

Everyone's favorite Christmas-time rhyme makes the perfect giftable picture book! The classic 1949 Little Golden Book The Night Before Christmas is now available for Santa's littlest elves! With its shiny, colorful pages, this large-sized Little Golden Book is great for reading aloud as a family on a winter's night, and makes a perfect gift for under the tree!

Our Review

This classic Christmas story brings Clement Clarke Moore's beloved holiday poem to life with vibrant, colorful illustrations that will capture young children's imaginations. The rhythmic, rhyming text creates a magical read-aloud experience perfect for family sharing during the holiday season. Children will delight in following Santa's journey from rooftop landing to chimney descent, watching as he fills stockings with care before his famous departure. The familiar cadence and festive imagery make this an ideal introduction to Christmas traditions for preschoolers.

What sets this edition apart is its accessibility as a Little Golden Book, making this timeless tale available in a durable, child-friendly format that's just the right size for small hands. The larger dimensions and shiny pages enhance the visual appeal, allowing detailed illustrations to shine during bedtime reading sessions. Families seeking to establish Christmas reading rituals will find this version particularly engaging, as the combination of nostalgic artwork and rhythmic verse creates lasting holiday memories. The book's gentle pacing and magical storyline make it a comforting seasonal favorite that children will request year after year.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction