| 'Twas the Evening of Christmas Contributor(s): Nellist, Glenys (Author), Selivanova, Elena (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0310745535 ISBN-13: 9780310745532 Publisher: Zonderkidz OUR PRICE: $16.19 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Religious - Christian - Holidays & Celebrations - Juvenile Fiction | Holidays & Celebrations - Christmas & Advent - Juvenile Fiction | Stories In Verse (see Also Poetry) |
| Dewey: E |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 8.7" W x 11.2" (0.95 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Holiday - Christmas - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 199464 Reading Level: 3.8 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Create a new family Advent tradition with a Christmas rhyming storybook that echoes familiar language and rhythm of Clement Moore's poetry but focuses on the birth of Jesus. With classic illustrations by Elena Selivanova, bestselling author Glenys Nellist shares the heartwarming nativity story. More than 50,000 copies sold 'Twas the Evening of Christmas was named a 2018 ECPA Christian Book Award Finalist. Gather with your family each Advent season to share the beautiful retelling of the story of Jesus' birth. This picture book features:
'Twas the evening of Christmas, when all through the town, Every inn was so crowded, no room could be found. Tired Mary and Joseph, who went door to door, At last found a place on a small stable floor. "Nellist presents a nativity story that balances a lighthearted, anticipatory tone with an overarching reverence for the subject matter," said Publishers Weekly. 'Twas the Evening of Christmas is a recommended Advent gift that will be cherished for many years. |
Contributor Bio(s): Selivanova, Elena: - Elena Selivanova graduated from the Moscow State University of Printing Arts and has worked for twenty years as a children's book illustrator. She has illustrated over one hundred books and has created a wide variety of memorable and beloved characters. Nellist, Glenys: - Glenys Nellist was born and raised in a little village in northern England. The author of multiple children's books, including the bestselling 'Twas the Evening of Christmas and The Wonder That Is You as well as the popular series Love Letters from God and Snuggle Time, her writing reflects a deep passion for helping children discover joy in the world. Glenys lives in Michigan with her husband, David. Learn more at glenysnellist.com. |