Willow at Christmas [Paperback]

Camilla Ashforth (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 3 and up | Grade Level: P and up

Delicate watercolors evoke the wonder of childhood as Willow, the gentle bear, prepares for a perfect Christmas with all of his friends on Paradise Farm.

On the morning of Christmas Eve, Willow jumps out of bed, joyful to see that snow is falling. There’s much to do - gathering holly, wrapping presents, and searching for just the right tree to trim with Little Pig Pink and the rest of his animal friends. Soon it’s time to hang up the stockings and snuggle back into bed - with hopes that Santa Claus will come in the night.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Pastoral watercolors set a quietly reflective tone for this distinctly English tale of a small teddy bear celebrating the holidays with his friends at Paradise Farm. Presented mostly in panels and in oval and square vignettes, the art suits the cozy (about 8" by 7") format. Ashforth offers a charmingly idealized view of the holidays, from decorating and baking to a Christmas Eve celebration with a trio of other teddies. The illustrations include a priceless view of Willow's best friend, Little Pig Pink, hopefully clutching his as-yet-empty stocking in his sleep. Ages 3-6.
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About the Author

Camilla Ashforth has written and illustrated many books for children. Among them are WILLOW ON THE RIVER and WILLW BY THE SEA, her first two stories about the inimitable character of Willow, who was inspired by a treasured teddy bear that she has kept since childhood.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Candlewick (September 13, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0763629278
• ISBN-13: 978-0763629274
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 0.2 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,424,476 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely and Charming in a throroughly British sort of way!, August 15, 2005

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CanadianMother (Ontario) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Willow at Christmas (Hardcover)

I love the Willow books. They are so charming, and sweet, and gentle. The watercolour illustrations too are soft and muted and downright adorable. Especially this Christmas story contains some pictures so sweet and pretty I'd like to frame them!

These books are perfect for a soothing, quiet story before bedtime--I would recommmend them for 3 to 6 year olds.

If you like stories with a delicious British flavour--like Wind in the Willows or The Hobbit--then you will definitely love these delightful picture books, in which Willow lives "on Paradise Farm, at the bottom of Appleby Downs".

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WONDERFUL WILLOW!!!, December 1, 2003

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Mark James - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Willow at Christmas (Hardcover)

Picked up this sweet and gentle holiday book last year to share with my then 7 year old daughter. We both LOVED it! Willow and his friend, Little Pig Pink live on quiet Paradise Farm where they celebrate a beautiful sweet and giving Christmas with friends and farm animals. Colorful darling pictures and whimsical scenes with farm animals in their holiday best are so fun. This is a quiet story with a calming effect, perfect for bedtime. Enjoy!