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Star Bright: A Christmas Story Hardcover – Picture Book, September 30, 2014

by Alison McGhee (Author), Peter H. Reynolds (Illustrator)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 36 ratings
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This perfectly angelic—and perfectly charming—Christmas story offers a creative twist on the classic tale of the nativity, from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of Someday.

The angels are aflutter: a baby is soon to be born! One small angel can tell this baby is especially special by the way the other angels are dashing and fussing about. And holy moly, are their presents extraordinary. The little angel wants to give a present too, but, what could she possibly offer that is as worthy as the others’ gifts?

At a loss for original ideas, she peeks over the side of her platform and spies something going on in the desert—a caravan of kings on camels, lost in the dark. And suddenly she knows she most do something, and does the only thing she can. Because the greatest gift of all? It can’t be wrapped. It can’t be bought. It can only be selflessly, joyfully given. And it ends up being the perfect gift for that little baby…the shiningest gift at all.
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  1. Reading age
    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Dimensions
    7.5 x 0.5 x 11 inches
  6. Publisher
    Atheneum Books for Young Readers
  7. Publication date
    September 30, 2014
  8. ISBN-10
    1416958584
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1416958581
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PreS-Gr 1—In the heavens, the angels are excited; a baby is about to be born. There are to be lots of gifts for the infant, but the littlest angel can't figure out what she should give him. Wind? No, that's a gift of the sky. Rain? No, that's a gift of the clouds. Finally, she thinks of the perfect gift for anyone who might be lonely or lost, and she transforms herself into a very bright star in the dark sky. The pen, ink, and watercolor illustrations depict a traditional first Christmas on Earth, with wise men, camels, and shepherds against the backdrop of a dark Bethlehem night. But up in heaven, the angels are multiethnic winged children dressed in long white split-tailed jackets, waistcoats, and culottes, frolicking on shiny platforms and consulting flat-screens on stands to get news from below. The newest angel is a small, red-haired child who sports an old-fashioned pilot's helmet with goggles. Somehow, this works—the angels do indeed look otherworldly, and the winsome style of the illustrations complements the simple, sweet text. A different and quietly charming take on the Christmas story.—Eva Mitnick, Los Angeles Public Library

About the Author

Alison McGhee is the New York Times bestselling author of Someday, as well as Dear Sister, What I Leave Behind, Pablo and Birdy, Where We Are, Maybe a Fox with Kathi Appelt, Firefly Hollow, Little Boy, So Many Days, Star Bright, A Very Brave Witch, Dear Brother, and the Bink and Gollie books. Her other children’s books include All Rivers Flow to the Sea, Countdown to Kindergarten, and Snap!. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Laguna Beach, California. You can visit her at AlisonMcGhee.com.

Peter H. Reynolds is the bestselling author and illustrator of I’m Here, The Dot, and Ish; and illustrator for the #1 New York Times bestseller Someday by Alison McGhee. He is also the illustrator of Going Places, Little Boy, Charlie and Kiwi, and the Judy Moody series. He lives in Dedham, Massachusetts, where he is co-owner of the Blue Bunny bookstore. Visit Peter at PeterHReynolds.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Atheneum Books for Young Readers; Illustrated edition (September 30, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1416958584
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1416958581
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 0.5 x 11 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 36 ratings

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Alison McGhee is a New York Times bestselling writers of books for all ages in all forms, including Telephone of the Tree, What I Leave Behind, Shadow Baby, and the international bestseller Someday. Her books have been translated into more than twenty languages. She lives in Minneapolis but loves to travel and can often be found on the road. She teaches creative writing online and you can find her at alisonmcghee dot com and @ alisonmcgheewriter.

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Darren Wright
5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful story done well
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2014
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This is another perfect pairing of Peter & Alison who know how to tell a story well.

A beautiful and simple story, a baby is born, an angel wonders what to give as a gift.

Alison doesn't drown us in words, three she uses are simple & beautiful.

Peter is one of my favourite illustrators, his art gives the words depth & light.
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Whitney H
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2015
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I bought this book for my 4 year old and 2.5 year old for Christmas. I wanted something to supplement all of the Santa stories we've been reading lately.

This book has a lovey message and is simple enough for even my youngest to understand. We will be reading this every year at Christmas.
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tremano
5.0 out of 5 stars A great gift
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2014
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Non traditional view of heaven, a very individual angel and a story that perfectly explains that Christmas is about giving, not getting. A great read aloud for non-readers and a great gift for those who can read for themsleves(over and over) as well as read to others.
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Beth Frack
4.0 out of 5 stars How did the Wise Men find the stable?
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2016
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Cute story about the Wise Men seeking the Christ Child!
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christine
5.0 out of 5 stars Promoting literacy for Tongans
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2015
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I bought this for all my family members with or with no kids and they love it so much!
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Brenda Schmitt
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2015
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Simple but enjoyable
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Neena P. Gratton
2.0 out of 5 stars The pictures are wonderful but the story parallels "The Littlest Angel" with a ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2015
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Not what I had hoped for. The pictures are wonderful but the story parallels "The Littlest Angel" with a whole lot less meat to the story. I wouldn't buy it nor would I recommend it.
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Maria Corina Betancourt
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Beautiful story
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Grace Bull
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 19, 2018
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One of the best Christmas Nativity stories I've come across. My kids love it. The illustration is amazing.
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Mary Riley
1.0 out of 5 stars Star Bright
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 30, 2017
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This is very expensive for what it is. Returned item. I was very disappointed.
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