The Night Before Christmas

By Clement C. Moore, Antonio Javier Caparo (Illustrator)

Santa's magical visit fills stockings and hearts on Christmas Eve.

5.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 128,932 ratings

40 pages· 540 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

On a silent Christmas Eve, Santa and his reindeer land on snowy rooftops, bringing joy and gifts to sleeping children. With enchanting illustrations, this timeless tale captures the magic of the season. Will Santa's visit bring the perfect Christmas cheer to all?

From the publisher

The original tale of The Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore is now accompanied by enchanting illustrations from Antonio Caparo in this festive holiday picture book.

’Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse…

Since it was first published nearly 200 years ago “The Night Before Christmas” has enchanted readers young and old with the story of St. Nicholas landing on a snowy roof, climbing down the chimney, and filling all the stockings with gifts before riding off in his sleigh, wishing “Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”

This classic poem is now accompanied by stunning, richly detailed illustrations from Antonio Caparo, illustrator of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Rudolph Shines Again. This beautiful picture book is the perfect Christmas gift.

At a glance

Format
Pages: 40
Words: 540
Reading age: 4–7
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 940L

Themes & topics

Books about holidays Books about Santa Claus Books about Christmas Books about Christmas and advent Books about gift-giving

What readers & critics say

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6.5

“This edition of the classic story has the most beautiful illustrations! A Christmas classic, this one's a must read of the season. I especially love the lift-the-flap pages that make the book extra fun.”

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