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Richard Scarry's The Animals' Merry Christmas

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Richard Scarry's The Animals' Merry Christmas by Kathryn Jackson is a delightful collection of Christmas-themed stories featuring various animal characters. Each tale captures the festive spirit and joy of the holiday season, making it a perfect read for children and families to share together.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heart-warming holiday tales featuring delightful animal characters. It's perfect for sharing festive cheer with young readers through charming stories and beautiful illustrations.

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Richard Scarry's The Animals' Merry Christmas

A collection of Christmas stories, featuring vintage illustrations from the 1950s by Richard Scarry.

This collection has not been featured as a Little Golden Book in over 50 years.
Richard Scarry's beautiful, detailed paintings have been digitally restored to their original splendor.

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Richard Scarry's The Animals' Merry Christmas by Kathryn Jackson is a timeless holiday treasure, beautifully illustrated by Richard Scarry, that brings festive joy to children and adults alike. This enchanting collection of Christmas stories transports readers to a world where adorable animals don their finest winter clothes and embark on merry, mischievous adventures.

Each story is filled with heartwarming tales of holiday cheer, friendship, and the true spirit of Christmas. Richard Scarry's exquisite illustrations, now digitally restored to their original brilliance, capture the essence of the holiday season, making each page a delightful visual experience. From decorating Christmas trees to playing in the snow, the charming animals in this book will make readers feel the magic of Christmas.

Originally out of print since the 1950s, this Little Golden Book reissue is adapted from an oversized edition of the same title. This beloved classic is now presented in a convenient, affordable format that is perfect for holiday gift-giving. It's the ideal size to be lovingly wrapped and shared with everyone on your Christmas list.

Toddlers and young readers will find delight in the lively characters and festive scenarios, while parents and grandparents will cherish the nostalgia of Richard Scarry's immortal illustrations. This collection is not just a book; it's a cherished piece of Christmas tradition that will be enjoyed for generations to come.

Series: Little Golden Book

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Richard Scarry's The Animals' Merry Christmas is praised for its charming illustrations and classic storytelling, which capture the essence of the holiday spirit. The collection of short stories and poems is considered perfect for young readers, making it a beloved seasonal favourite. Reviewers appreciate its nostalgic appeal and the heartwarming messages it conveys.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781101938423

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 October 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Books for Young Readers

Illustration: FULL COLOR

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Richard Scarry

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 205.0mm

Weight: 116g

Pages: 24

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About the Author

KATHRYN JACKSON penned hundreds of witty, lively stories for Golden Books, including Tawny Scrawny Lion and Nurse Nancy. Many of her stories were written with her husband, Byron. The Saggy Baggy Elephant is one of the pair's most popular titles. RICHARD SCARRY is one of the world's best-loved children's authors EVER!In his extraordinary career, Scarry illustrated over 150 books, many of which have never been out of print. His books have sold over 100 million copies around the world and are currently published in over twenty languages.No other illustrator has shown such a lively interest in the words and concepts of early childhood.Richard Scarry was posthumously awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of Illustrators in 2012.

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