On This Special Night by Claire Freedman
Illustrated by Simon Mendez
Ages 4-8
Scholastic Press (September 1, 2009)
Cautions: None

Kiwi Magazine Review:
This holiday season is going to be one of the best years for children’s picture books. Every title that has crossed my path has been gloriously illustrated and beautifully written, whether it be on Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas or the glory of winter. This book is an incredible feast for the eyes with the impeccable artistic talent of Simon Mendez capturing the very essence (and scents) of the animals preparing for the birth of Jesus. And, Claire Freedman weaves this timeless story from the perspective of the barn animals, starting with a mother cat and her kitten, and bringing in a donkey, calf, mice and others to share the excitement. Absolutely beautiful.

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Product Description
On a silent winter’s night, one star burns brighter than all the rest. “That must be a special star,” Mother Cat whispers. When Little Kitten and Mother Cat join the animals journeying toward the starry light, they discover that it is a special star indeed — shining with peace, love, and joy on this very special night.

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