bronwynmb's review against another edition
5.0
This was really lovely. The illustrations by Jessie Wilcox Smith are gorgeous. I don’t know that I’d actually read the whole poem before (though I’ve read it so I’m not sure why they’d have been incomplete), but lines were new to me. This is a classic for a reason.
andreastopit's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
zusy's review against another edition
5.0
Kaelyn is recognizing bits of this story in other books (like Madeline's Christmas). I'd love a copy with beautiful illustrations (not that Kathy Wilburn's are bad).
mad_about_books's review against another edition
5.0
Although I can't remember that far back, I could, apparently, recite this poem and turn the pages in my picture book at just the right time in my recitation at the age of maybe three. The introduction tells of the author and a bit of the history of this famous poem that has been translated into many languages.
We are all familiar with the opening line, but my history always mentions that I asked my grandmother, "Gram, why don't we ever have sash for dinner?" Or, words much to that effect. Why? Because of the line, "Away to the window I flew like a flash, tore open the shutters and threw up the sash." Ewww!
The illustrations, by Miss Jessie Wilcox Smith, evoke an old fashioned Christmas. To appreciate the images fully, you need to read this on a device that will show them in color.
Following the final verse is a more extensive biography of Clement C. Moore, born in New York City, July 15, 1779.
The story of "A Visit from St. Nicholas' remains a timeless favorite.
We are all familiar with the opening line, but my history always mentions that I asked my grandmother, "Gram, why don't we ever have sash for dinner?" Or, words much to that effect. Why? Because of the line, "Away to the window I flew like a flash, tore open the shutters and threw up the sash." Ewww!
The illustrations, by Miss Jessie Wilcox Smith, evoke an old fashioned Christmas. To appreciate the images fully, you need to read this on a device that will show them in color.
Following the final verse is a more extensive biography of Clement C. Moore, born in New York City, July 15, 1779.
The story of "A Visit from St. Nicholas' remains a timeless favorite.
jenniferjboudreau's review against another edition
emotional
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
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libbydmccarthy's review against another edition
4.0
You know the poem, but this one has a black santa :)
renwar96's review against another edition
5.0
I read this book today to my story hour group. I love this version because the pictures are fantastic and very classic. The kids all were very captive and enjoyed the story.