Manger
No. of pages 33
Published: 2014
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"Manger" by Lee Bennett Hopkins is a poetic exploration of the Christmas story, focusing on the Nativity scene. Through vibrant and lyrical verses, the book captures the joy, wonder, and significance of the birth of Jesus in a stable. It depicts the animals, shepherds, and the warmth of the manger, creating a vivid imagery that resonates with the spirit of the season. Each poem celebrates love, hope, and the magic of new beginnings, inviting readers of all ages to reflect on the timeless message of peace and goodwill that accompanies the holiday festivities. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 5-6 years.
There are 33 pages in this book.
This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).
This book was published in 2014 by William B Eerdmans Publishing Co .
HELEN CANN has been working as an illustrator for a number of years, increasingly specializing in children's books. For Lion she has illustrated Who Laid the Cornerstone of the World and A Child's Book of Celtic Prayers and Baboushka. Lee Bennett Hopkins' name is synonymous with poetry. He has published nearly 100 books of poetry and edited countless celebrated poetry collections.