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Roger McGough Ages From traditional verses by Christina Rossetti and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow 8-12 to modern classics by Carol Ann Duffy, Steve Turner and Benjamin Zephaniah, this dazzling anthology of Christmas poems will delight children and adults of all ages. All the wonders of the season are captured in 100 Best Christmas Poems for Children. Perfect for reading aloud with all the family or for children aged 8-12 to read to themselves, there are verses that will encourage you to reflect on the Christmas themes of joy, hope and peace for all the world, while also savouring the festive fun of everything else that Christmas brings - from the opening of the first Advent window to the tidying away of all the decorations on Twelfth Night.
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NEW The Christmas Star
Hilary Robinson It’s a very special night for the angels of heaven. An incredibly important Ages 3-5 baby has been born, and they need to find the best and brightest star to lead travellers to him. So what will they do when the very smallest star in the sky asks to play the part? This delightful full-colour picture book for children from award-winning author Hilary Robinson is a wonderful new retelling of the first Christmas story. A heartwarming tale of creating space for even the smallest and most humble of characters to shine, children and adults alike will be enchanted by the story of The Christmas Star.
Pb | 32 pgs | SPCK REF 5244 RRP £6.99 Aslan £6.49
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NEW The Story of Christmas
Alexa Tewkesbury Ages Award-winning author Alexa Tewkesbury retells the first Christmas story in 3-5 timeless fashion in this delightful picture book for 3-5 year olds. From Gabriel’s visit to Mary to the arrival of the shepherds and the magi to welcome the newborn Jesus, The Story of Christmas is the perfect way to introduce kids to the nativity story and the true meaning behind the holiday season.
Pb | 32 pgs | SPCK REF 5245 RRP £6.99 Aslan £6.49
My Very Own Christmas
Lois Rock A new edition of the wonderful story of Jesus’ birth from Luke and Matthew’s Ages 5-7 gospels retold faithfully for children aged 5-7 to enjoy. Throughout Advent to Epiphany share the stories of Mary, Joseph, the shepherds and the magi along with fascinating seasonal information about Christmas celebrations and traditions, and Advent and Christmas prayers. Perfect to use for sharing with children or at bedtime throughout the Advent to Epiphany season.
Hb | 80 pgs | LION REF 5246 RRP £6.99 Aslan £6.49
