Overview

A broken chain, a piece of string, a bottle cap . . . To most people, these things are useless trash. But to a clever crow, they're just what he needs to create a special surprise--a beautiful Christmas tree that everyone can treasure. Told in jaunty rhyme by Kathi Appelt and lavishly illustrated by Jon Goodell, this heartwarming story of people brought together by a very unexpected artist has all the makings of a Christmas classic.

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Appelt's rhyming text provides the strong, spare framework of this satisfying picture book while leaving plenty of space for the illustrator to create the setting and the mood. Goodell takes full advantage of the opportunity, using oil and acrylic to paint a series of beautiful scenes showing many facets of a town in full pre-Christmas bustle. Studded with intriguing details, these narrative pictures lead up to a quiet yet satisfying climax. --Booklist The simple story exudes the warmth of the holidays on each page. --Children's Literature --

"""Appelt's rhyming text provides the strong, spare framework of this satisfying picture book while leaving plenty of space for the illustrator to create the setting and the mood. Goodell takes full advantage of the opportunity, using oil and acrylic to paint a series of beautiful scenes showing many facets of a town in full pre-Christmas bustle. Studded with intriguing details, these narrative pictures lead up to a quiet yet satisfying climax.""--Booklist ""The simple story exudes the warmth of the holidays on each page.""--Children's Literature --"

Author Information

KATHI APPELT is the author of many acclaimed picture books, including Piggies in a Polka and the Bubba and Beau series. She lives in College Station, Texas. JON GOODELL has illustrated numerous beautiful books for young readers, including The Alley Cat's Meow. He lives in Norman, Oklahoma.

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