Ransome, James. A Joyful Christmas: A Treasury of New and Classic Songs, Poems, and Stories for the Holiday. Henry Holt and Co., 2010. $19.99. PICTURE BOOK. Illustrator James Ransome collected Christmas songs, poems, and stories from many cultures. The songs include old traditional favorites like “Joy to the World” and “Silent Night” with simple sheet music. The culturally rich poetry selections feature well-known authors such as: Pam Munoz Ryan, Langston Hughes, Margaret Hillert, Joseph Bruchac, and more. The story selections are equally diverse; they include the story of the Christ child, history of the holiday, letters to Santa, Christmas morning, and more. The stand-out feature of this collection are the gorgeous, oil painting illustrations. EL - ADVISABLE. Samantha, Public Librarian.Friday, September 24, 2010
A Joyful Christmas, collected by James Ransome
Ransome, James. A Joyful Christmas: A Treasury of New and Classic Songs, Poems, and Stories for the Holiday. Henry Holt and Co., 2010. $19.99. PICTURE BOOK. Illustrator James Ransome collected Christmas songs, poems, and stories from many cultures. The songs include old traditional favorites like “Joy to the World” and “Silent Night” with simple sheet music. The culturally rich poetry selections feature well-known authors such as: Pam Munoz Ryan, Langston Hughes, Margaret Hillert, Joseph Bruchac, and more. The story selections are equally diverse; they include the story of the Christ child, history of the holiday, letters to Santa, Christmas morning, and more. The stand-out feature of this collection are the gorgeous, oil painting illustrations. EL - ADVISABLE. Samantha, Public Librarian.
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