It’s Christmas Eve. The Martians have hung their stockings and decorated their trees in hopes that Santa will finally visit the red planet. But what are the excited Martians to do when Santa’s sleigh shudders and shimmies and stops? Then teeters and totters and drops? It’ll take a dose of Christmas magic and some help from the Outer Space Rescue Division to get this holiday back on track.
Humorous, rhyming text and vibrant illustrations combine to make a perfect winter read-a-loud, destined to become a classic.
It’s so much fun to read!
With lyrical writing by Maggie C. Rudd and bright illustrations by Elisa Chavarri, The Days After Christmas is a joyful picture book that reminds us that magic and cheer can still be found even after the decorations are put away. Also features instructions for a post-holiday craft!
In the days after Christmas
When you wake up in your bed
And holiday memories
Float through your head…
After the bustle of the holiday season, grandparents wave goodbye and it’s time to pack up the sparkly ornaments. The house feels too quiet. What do you do when the excitement and festivities are over?
The fireplace may be a perfect place to read new books with a cup of hot cocoa and some snuggles with Mom and Dad. And leftovers might still be pretty tasty. Upon reflection, the memories of the Christmas season can bring smiles, not sadness – and a hopefulness that there’s still so much to look forward to.
Both books can be found at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other booksellers.
Self Disclosure: I received free copies of the above books to feature. Images and information were also provided.
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