Book description
An awe-inspiring Christmas tale from multi-award-winning poet Nikki Grimes.
The caravan traveled through wilderness, uphill and down, for hours that spun into days.
Then at last, glittering diamond-bright, Bethlehem appeared through the haze.
With glittering poetry and stunning watercolor artwork, Lullaby for the King ushers readers into the awe andâŚ
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Why read it?
1 author picked Lullaby for the King as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Who doesnât love a beautiful Christmas story? With an array of colorful creatures and her lyrical voice, Grimes features various animals who each bring a unique present to their King, baby Jesus. Their gifts reflect treasures from their homeland, whether itâs a crane carrying an ebony spoon or the donkey bringing apricot cakes.
Carlosâ vibrant illustrations and Grimesâ words combine to create a gift for families to read together this holiday season.
From Nancy's list on Christian picture reads for kids.
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