The Night Before Christmas is an enchanting Christmas story that has
brought Santa Claus to life for generations. Celebrate the holiday
season with this Press and Play Storybook featuring on-page buttons to
have Academy Award-winner Jeff Bridges narrate the #1 New York Times
bestselling classic poem.
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
Carry on a family tradition or start one of your own with this new
version of the classic Christmas book for children and families.
Initially published anonymously as A Visit from Saint Nicholas, and
credited as a work by Clement Clark Moore, this timeless tale is the
perfect family read as children prepare for Santa and his reindeer on
Christmas Eve.
This Press and Play Storybook includes:
- A beautifully designed hardcover book with press and play pages
- Innovative technology built into the book: press the icon on the page
and hear Jeff Bridges narrate the story on that page
- Lavish illustrations by renowned, New York Times #1 Bestselling
artist Charles Santore, the critically-acclaimed illustrator of
multiple classic tales, including The Velveteen Rabbit, The Classic
Tale of Peter Rabbit, and Aesop's Fables
- A nod to Dutch references in the poem, specifically the Dutch name
"Donder" which translates to "thunder"
The Night Before Christmas:
- Is perfect for family read-alouds or gatherings
- Makes a great holiday, Advent, or Christmas gift
- A classic for children ages 1-4 or the young at heart
Charles Santore's works has been widely exhibited in museums and
celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King
Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original
Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known
for his luminous interpretations of classic children's stories,
including The Little Mermaid, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland,
Snow White, and The Wizard of Oz.
