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Reviewed by Melinda Facal for Readers' Favorite
‘Twas The Day Before Christmas: A Story Worth Retelling by Christine L. Henderson encourages readers of all ages to slow down during the Christmas season while remembering the miracle of the birth of Jesus. While it is easy to get overwhelmed with shopping for gifts, decorating, cooking, planning, and entertaining for the holidays, Henderson reminds readers that the most important part of Christmas is celebrating the love Jesus has for each one of us. This modern-day version of Clement Clarke Moore’s beloved poem highlights the unnecessary stress and busyness that often accompanies a season that is meant to be festive and filled with love. Classic Christmas carol lyrics throughout convey the beauty of this special and significant time of year.
As traffic worsens and shopping lines get longer, jubilant Christmas carolers give people a reason to pause and reflect on the love and joy Jesus’ birth brought to the world. While caught up in the whirlwind of their to-do lists, frazzled shoppers enjoy a few moments of calm. Christine L. Henderson emphasizes the importance of thinking about Jesus amidst all the holiday planning. This is a beautiful reminder to many who strive to create a perfect celebration. Vibrant pictures throughout the story capture the hectic moments of the holidays as well as the quiet, contemplative moments. Children and their loved ones will enjoy reading this peaceful book together and it is sure to spark conversations about the meaning of Christmas. This is a highly recommended read for the festive season.
