Those opening lines to Clement C. Moore's The Night Before Christmas are ones that so many people know off by heart and just hearing them reminds me of reading a version of it as a child. This year Parragon have brought out a new version of this classic seasonal rhyme with accompanying artwork by Henry Fisher.
Little Miss C wasn't at all familiar with this rhyme and at points the slightly old fashioned language and references to St Nicholas, rather than Father Christmas, confused her a bit. She did really enjoy it though and was full of questions about what he was doing and the practicalities of getting down the chimney when you have a big tummy and a sack full of toys!
I love the idea of old rhymes like this being introduced to a new generation of children and I find it slightly bonkers to think that this was initially published way back in 1823. I knew it was old, but has no idea it was that old. The illustrations in this version are lovely and really grabbed LMC's attention as we read it. If you're looking for a traditional festive book to buy a child this Christmas this really would be perfect.
Disclaimer: We were sent a copy of The Night Before Christmas to review as part of our role as a Parragon Book Buddy.
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