We pull out tons of classic Christmas picture books each year, and I'm always discovering new favorites. Almost all of them include a Santa theme, so I was excited to find this old book from the early 70s entitled "When Joy Came." It's such a simple narrative telling the story of the nativity. And, the illustrations aren't all fluffy and cheesy! You know the ones, with the immature figures, curly blond hair, and barnyard animals. The illustrations in this book make for a much more authentic and moving story. I love the use of color and movement, and think children appreciate this quality of art over dumbed down images. So glad to add it to our collection this year, and I hope everyone had a joyous Christmas!
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