Manger

by Lee Bennett Hopkins

Illustrated by Helen Cann

Imprint: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers

32 Pages, 8.25 x 10.50 in

Paperback
9780802855329
Publication Date: August 6, 2019

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Description

There is a legend that describes how, at midnight on Christmas Eve, all creatures are granted the power of speech for one hour. In this rich collection, Lee Bennett Hopkins and a dozen other poets imagine what responses they might offer. The poems represent a diverse group of animals, but all come together with one singular purpose: celebrating the joy of the miraculous event.

This collection of graceful poems provides readers with a Nativity story unlike any other -- at times gently humorous, at times profound, but always inviting readers to appreciate the wonder of Christmas. This book is a perfect gift for the holiday season.

Includes poems by...