Monday, January 13, 2014

The Smallest Gift of Christmas by Peter Reynolds - OPTIONAL

Reynolds, Peter H.  The Smallest Gift of Christmas.  PICTURE BOOK.  Candlewick, 2013.  $14.  Content: G.  

Roland’s Christmas present is much too small and he wishes for himself a bigger and bigger gift, following his wish straight into space.  As he moves away from Earth, he sees it becoming tinier and tinier and realizes that Earth is where he can find everything he loves.  From extravagant Christmas greediness to a longing for family and home.  This simple sweet message kind of comes over like a smack on the head, though if you start early, then it may not seem so pedantic as they get older.  

Pre-K – OPTIONAL.  Cindy, Library Teacher

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