'Twas the Evening of Christmas

Create a new family Advent tradition with a Christmas rhyming storybook that echoes the familiar language and rhythm of Clement Moore's poetry but focuses on the birth of Jesus. With classic illustrations by Elena Selivanova, bestselling author Glenys Nellist shares the heartwarming nativity story.

More than 50,000 copies sold 'Twas the Evening of Christmas was named a 2018 ECPA Christian Book Award Finalist.

Gather with your family each Advent season to share the beautiful retelling of the story of Jesus' birth. This picture book features:

• The nativity story with delightful poetry for children ages 4 to 8
• A festive jacketed cover with foil and sculpted embossing
• Calming illustrations from different perspectives to help fully immerse readers in the unfolding events

'Twas the evening of Christmas,

when all through the town,

Every inn was so crowded, no room could be found.

Tired Mary and Joseph, who went door to door,

At last, found a place on a small stable floor.

"Nellist presents a nativity story that balances a lighthearted, anticipatory tone with an overarching reverence for the subject matter," said Publishers Weekly. 'Twas the Evening of Christmas is a recommended Advent gift that will be cherished for many years.

Author: Glenys Nellist
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Published: 10/03/2017
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 11.20h x 8.70w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9780310745532

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.8
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 199464 / 'Twas the Evening of Christmas


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 09/04/2017
School Library Journal 10/01/2017

About the Author
Selivanova, Elena: -

Elena Selivanova graduated from the Moscow State University of Printing Arts and has worked for twenty years as a children's book illustrator. She has illustrated over one hundred books and has created a wide variety of memorable and beloved characters.

Nellist, Glenys: -

Glenys Nellist was born and raised in a little village in northern England. The author of multiple children's books including the bestselling 'Twas the Evening of Christmas and the popular series Love Letters from God and Snuggle Time, her writing reflects a deep passion for helping children discover joy in the world. Glenys lives in Michigan with her husband, David.