Clement Clarke Moore

In Loren Long's touching interpretation of "Twas the night before Christmas, " readers are invited to visit the homes of four families-- each on Christmas Eve. What do these four homes share? The excitement and anticipation of the most splendid night of the year. In this reimagined tale, the author and illustrator reminds us that no matter where we live, all children share the same wish for Christmas magic.

The first photograph, "The Night Before Christmas, " features a gingerbread house, Christmas cookies, candles, bulbs, and more. "Visions of Sugarplums" is an abstract composition of Christmas confections; and "Such a Clatter!" is a dynamic explosion of objects. In "It Must Be Saint Nick, " Santa is shown in shadow; and in "A Bundle of Toys, " the presents in Santa's sack are revealed as a magnificent jumble. The final photograph, "Happy Christmas...

A parody of "The Night before Christmas, " sees Santa visiting the castle of Miss Devel where a very excited Frankenstein and his monster friends live.

Every Christmas Eve, the dinosaur fossils in the museum come to life to sing, dance, eat gingerbread, and celebrate.

"This lively tale of a visit from the Santa of sailors on an aircraft carriers will become a Christmas favorite of families who have a loved one serving in the military--or who love stories of adventure on the high seas!"--Page 4 of cover.

"Barbara Reid reimagines everyone's favorite Christmas poem in her own extraordinary style, featuring a lively cast of young creatures anticipating the most exciting night of the year! The classic poem is brought to life by her signature Plasticine illustrations, full of humor and astonishing detail, making this a Christmas treasure to read year after year"--

"Dim the lights and gather around the freshly-trimmed tree for a magical Christmas Eve experience that will become a family tradition. With a heartfelt reading of Clement C. Moore's beloved poem and stirring, illustrated renditions of your favorite carols, this wonderful collection of holiday classics captures the true spirit of Christmas"--Container.

A version in Cajun dialect of the famous poem "The Night Before Christmas, " set in a Louisiana bayou.

The night before Christmas: Clement C. Moore's classic poem about a visit from St. Nicholas. In the month of Kislev: A rich, arrogant merchant takes the family of a poor peddler to court and learns a lesson about the meaning of Hanukkah. Seven candles for Kwanza: describes the origins and practices of Kwanzaa, the seven-day festival during which people of African descent rejoice in their ancestral values. Too many tamales: Maria feels very grown-up...