When Christmas of 1800 rolled around, with a new century just around the corner, Charlotte decided to throw a lavish party. Meet the lovely Queen Charlotte, who married George III of England as a young 17-year-old, traveling from her homeland in Mecklenburg, Germany to a court where elegance and pomp were expected.īut Charlotte was an outdoorsy girl who loved growing things and had a fondness for children. Published in 2018 by Albert Whitman & Company The Queen and the First Christmas Tree, by Nancy Churnin, illustrated by Luisa Uribe “It heaps its powdery crystal flakes, of every tree a mountain makes.” In the morning, we witness the magic and joy of the family’s celebration.Ī gem of beauty, playfulness, snug homes, and wintery joys, for ages 3 and up. This tranquil poem, first published by Walter de la Mare in 1924, here receives a stunning interpretation by artist Carolina Rabei.Īs snowflakes quietly filter onto this charming town, one cozy family prepares for Christmas Day. edition published in 2018 by Faber & Faber Snow, by Walter de la Mare, illustrated by Carolina Rabeiįirst published in the UK in 2014 U.S.
I love that Hawthorne gives her people such a lovely, welcome range of skin tones, far better suited to the Middle East setting of the nativity story than many other renditions. Gorgeous artwork in lush, rich hues graces every page.
I was so happy to see this favorite old Christmas carol, newly, beautifully illustrated. Published in 2018 by Lincoln Children’s Books Silent Night, a traditional carol, illustrated by Lara Hawthorne There are well over 100 other titles on my Christmas list with links to my reviews, so check there for lots more gems.
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