Review: First Words of Christmas by Worthy Kids and Illustrated by Madeleine Marie

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About the Book

Share the Nativity story one inspiring word at a time with this simple and engaging board book for babies and toddlers.

Perfect for curious little ones, this book tells the story of Christmas in bite-sized pieces to encourage word learning. Short sentences and colorful illustrations guide children through that beloved night—from Mary and Joseph's journey all the way to the arrival of the wise men—while each page highlights a new word found in the biblical account—such as star, manger, and angel. Whether you use this book to encourage language development or to introduce the story of Christmas to a special little one, it's sure to make a great gift.

Review

First Words of Christmas is a beautiful book that introduces the young reader to the story of Christmas. I love how with each major point of the story, there’s a word with a picture for them to see and learn what it is. This is a great way to identify their meaning by visually understanding them. This would be a great addition to your collection and revisit and reflect upon.

Pages: 20

Baby - 3 Years

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Review: The First Christmas Night by Keith Christopher and Christine Kornacki, Illustrator

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About the Book

This gorgeously illustrated picture book features a lyrical retelling of the birth of Christ, written in the style of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.“‘Twas the very first Christmas when all through the town, not a creature was stirring — there was not a sound.”

This beautiful retelling of the birth of Jesus celebrates that joyous night in Bethlehem so long ago. The poem begins with the arrival of Mary and Joseph in Bethlehem and moves through Christ’s birth, the angels’ appearance to the shepherds, and the visit by the Wise Men. The simple, yet elegant, verses will appeal to little ones and are accompanied by the rich oil illustrations of Christine Kornacki.

Review

The First Christmas Night is a beautiful book that captures the first Christmas night. Beautifully illustrated and comforting to read, it would be wonderful to be read aloud and bring their story alive. It captures the progression of events leading up to the birth of Jesus and the wise men. 

This is a good book to add to the collection.

Pages: 32

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Review: You Can Always Find One Kind Thing to Say! by Rebecca Atanassova

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You Can Always Find One Kind Thing to Say! Is a cute book that encourages kindness. No matter who you are, there’s always something kind you can say to someone. It gives wonderful examples to show children situations where it can be extended. I love the encouragement of pursuing kindness whenever there is a moment that can be captured.

Overall, a wonderful book with a message that will help them not only be kind but teach awareness of others and the importance of how kindness not only benefits others but them also.

Pages: 24

Reading Age: 3 - 9

Review: I'm a Lion, On the Prowl by Rebecca Atanassova

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I'm a Lion, On the Prowl is a fun book complemented with colorful illustrations that will hopefully inspire some fun play as we see this young boy play with his stuffed animals. This is a nice book that will teach your child about different animals and the sounds they make. This would be a fun book read aloud with animated gestures.

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Review: Home is Best by Rebecca Atanassova

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About the Book

Home is indeed best, but what home looks like is very different for different animals. In “Home is Best,” take a peek at several animal friends and the places they call home. Early learners will enjoy the gentle illustrations and rhyme teaching them about the natural world.

Review

Home Is Best is a beautiful book with a sweet story. Filled with beautiful illustrations and rhymes of what makes a home for these different animals, we get to see what makes their home and learn something about each of them. You’ll learn and feel good at the same time.

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