The Jolly Christmas Postman (Hardcover)

~ (Author), Janet Ahlberg (Illustrator) "Once upon a Christmas Eve Just after it had snowed,..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

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What could be more appropriate? The Jolly Postman (1986)- -cycling past ``the fast-eloping dish and spoon,'' a giant beanstalk, and King Cole's castle--delivers holiday letters and gifts addressed to ``Mr. H. Dumpty, Wincey Ward, Cock Robin Memorial Hospital''; the Gingerbread boy; and even ``Mister Wolf,'' found ``wolfing pies and sherry'' and sporting amiably with three pigs and the little red hen. All is reported in deft, jovial verse; six bound-in envelopes contain amusing missives- -cards, a picture puzzle (Humpty Dumpty, of course), a tiny pamphlet of a book, a picture letter (Granny's sound advice to R. Hood), and--for the postman--an accordion-style peep show. The illustrations are as charming as the text--even the postmarks are fun. Pure delight. (Picture book. 2+) -- Copyright ©1991, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description

Fifteen years ago, long before anyone else thought of tucking actual letters and notes inside a book, Little, Brown published The Jolly Postman by Allan and Janet Ahlberg. This wonderful book gave children a chance to read letters sent from one fairy tale or Mother Goose character to another. Among the funny notes was one from Jack, who lolled on a sun-drenched island, thanking the Giant for the gold that let him afford such a nifty vacation. All this amusing correspondence was deftly illustrated and the book attracted hordes of eager readers.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: LB Kids (September 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0316127159
• ISBN-13: 978-0316127158
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,498 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Every child and young at heart should own this book., December 12, 2004

By	Edna Biel (Jacksonville NC) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

While doing some Christmas shopping for holiday books for my grand daughters, I came across this book. I bought it not really knowing what it was. I am so glad that it was one of the books I chose. Great illustrations, wonderful little greeting cards and other novel things to open that the postman delivers to Red Riding Hood, Gingerbread Boy and others, tucked in pocket pages. The postman finally ends up with a visit to Santa. This book will be a repeat purchase by me as gifts for many children and "big kids" I know for years to come. It's different, clever and fun - A book that will become a tradition to read.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Reading Center students ask for the information to buy it!, December 18, 2000

By	"cattlin" (Sunbury, PA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Jolly Christmas Postman (Hardcover)

Being a Reading Specialist working with at risk readers from first grade through fourth grade, any book that makes them want to read is a winner with me. My fourth graders wanted the information on how to find the book! The book also gave us a reason to review nursery rhymes without feeling that it is a "baby" thing for fourth graders to do.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Creative and Funny, November 24, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Jolly Christmas Postman (Hardcover)

Even though I am already eleven years old I am still obsessed with this book. It is funny and the pictures are marvelous. I plan on buying this book for Christmas. This book is for all ages. It is about a postman who goes around delivering mail. On each page there is a little pocket that contains a message/mail. I loved reading this book and I bet you will too.