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By: Clement C. Moore
Illustrated By: Elena Almazova & Vitaly Shvrov
Available:
Kindle: $0.99
Hardcover: $13.26
Paperback: $7.95
When I was a kid my mother read us the "Twas the Night Before Christmas" EVERY Christmas Eve. We had hot coca, snuggled in to our new pajamas and listened to a tale we could recite by heart. These moments forged lasting memories that I want to be able to help my children form as well - in much the same way.
During one of my frequent deal hunting expeditions on the Amazon Kindle page, I came across this book and noted the sub-title: "Edited By Santa Claus for the Benefit of the Children of the 21st Century." Picturing a new take on the old rhyme, I giggled and bought it, imagining mentions of iPads or computer screens. Alas, this is not the case - this book IS the classic tale, right down to the reindeer and new fallen snow.
UPDATE:
I made a mistake in my original post, one I noticed when I was reading this book to my girls tonight. While this is the classic tale, they have removed all mention of a pipe or smoke, hence the 'Edited' aspect of the title, and book. My apologies.
Pros:
This book will never get old, though some of the references in it will. It is a familiar tale and will entertain your kids as much as it entertained you. The update revolves around the illustrations - they are lively and very kid friendly with a colorful Santa that resembles everything a young child could hope for.
Cons:
Honestly, there aren't any - save for the fact I really hoped this was a new version and truly updated for a modern generation. That said, it is a classic for a reason and this Kindle version should definitely make it's way into your eBook library.
Final:
A buy. 5 stars.
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