#1477 in our old book database. Rated "Indifferent."

Jan Brett graces Moore's poem with his sumptuous illustrations, managing to slip in a visual sub-plot about a cat, a pug, and two mischievous elves as a bonus. ( )

Independent Reading Level: Grade 2nd
Awards: N/A

So.....I'm conflicted on this one. The Night Before Christmas is a classic. I enjoy it and I think it will be a regular one in the Christmas rotation. However, Jan Brett's illustrations (in this case) are not my favorite. Even Scott made the comment that they were a bit too old fashioned, too busy, for his tastes. While that works in other Jan Brett texts, I don't love that when I am reading The Night Before Christmas.

My rating for this is more like a 2.5. ( )

A classic poem with colorful illustrations

Tells children the story of Santa Claus arriving for Christmas with fun poetic rhymes

Fun for families and children of all ages to read during the most wonderful time of year

This would be fun to read as a concrete poem

Teaches children about the Christmas holiday

I never knew about the authorship controversy surrounding this poem. Very intriguing. ( )