Baby Jesus and the Noisy Stable (All Join In)
PreSchool-Grade 1–This book pares down the story of the Nativity to its essential elements. Complementing the small illustrations on the plot pages are full-page pictures that invite youngsters to join in with various sounds, including those of the animals (&eeYAW;), an angel (&la; la la), and a star (&twinkle; twinkle). A flap reveals the baby Jesus in his manger. Henley's bright, colorful paintings are full of texture and energy, with just enough realism to keep them from being cartoons. A sweet, simple introduction to the religious origin of Christmas.–Linda Israelson, Los Angeles Public LibraryEND