'Twas the Evening of Christmas
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

'Twas the Evening of Christmas

By Glenys Nellist, Elena Selivanova (Illustrator)

Part of the 'Twas series

Discover the true Christmas story as Mary and Joseph find refuge in a humble stable.

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32 pages· 468 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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On a bustling Christmas Eve, Mary and Joseph search for shelter in a crowded town. With every inn full, they find solace in a humble stable, setting the stage for the birth of Jesus. 'Twas the Evening of Christmas retells this timeless nativity story with poetic charm and reverence. As families gather, they will be captivated by the rhythmic verses and enchanting illustrations that bring the story to life. This heartwarming tale invites readers to experience the wonder and true spirit of Christmas, making it a cherished tradition for generations to come.

From the publisher

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: The nativity story with delightful poetry for children ages 4 to 8A festive jacketed cover with foil and sculpted embossingCalming illustrations from different perspectives to help fully immerse readers in the unfolding events’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.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
468
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~580L
Themes & topics
Books about ChristmasBooks about holidaysBooks about the NativityBooks about Jesus ChristBooks about Christmas and advent
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
199464
Publication
Published
October 3, 2017
First published
January 1, 2017
Publisher
Zonderkidz
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780310745532

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