The Christmas Play [Hardcover]

Clare Bevan (Author), Julie Park (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1999 | Age Level: 4 and up

Clare Bevan has been writing poetry since her school days, and over recent years has had many poems performed - particularly at Christmas concerts. and nbsp; The Christmas Play is her first picture storybook; a number of her poems have already been published in a selection of anthologies. and nbsp; Clare lives in Berkshire, England with her family and two cats.

Julie Park has illustrated dozens of children's books and designed greeting cards, wallpaper, and fabric for children. and nbsp; In her spare time she enjoys running and skiing. and nbsp; Julie lives with her husband in Oxfordshire, England.

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Editorial Reviews

Review

'Magic and mayhem every parent will recognise!' The Guardian Children's Books Supplement; 'The illustrations are warm and lively, and capture the humour and emotion of the event.' Nursery World; 'This book is a real delight!' Together with Children --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Clare Bevan, published poet. This poem first appeared in the Lion anthology Star of Wonder. Julie Park, illustrator of many children's books and greetings cards. For Lion her work has included When the Dinosaurs Lived and John Porter in Big Trouble. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Chariot Victor Publishing; 1st edition (September 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0745940889
• ISBN-13: 978-0745940885
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 9.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,333,989 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful read for both child and parent!, November 2, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Christmas Play (Hardcover)

I actually picked this book up in St. Paul's gift shop in London on a recent trip not knowing if it was available in the U.S. This is a delightful story told in verse that will bring a smile to anyone familiar with Christmas plays. The illustrations are superb. I collect Christian children's books and this is definitely a keeper. It will go nicely with The Grumpy Shepherd and a Tale of Three Trees. Although the recommended age group is listed as 4-8, I would suggest this book is more appropriate for the wee ones (to be read by mom or dad) or the youngster just learning to read. A wonderful opportunity to share quality time with your child and share the Christmas story all at once. A true treasure!