"On Christmas Day in the Morning: A Traditional Carol" by Melissa Sweet beautifully captures the essence of the beloved Christmas carol. The story follows the theme of love and joy during the festive season, as it depicts the anticipation and warmth that comes with Christmas morning. Through enchanting illustrations and heartfelt text, readers are taken on a journey that highlights the meaningful connections between family and friends, emphasizing the spirit of giving and togetherness. The book serves as a celebration of traditions, inviting readers of all ages to embrace the magic of Christmas Day. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 3-7 years.

There are 22 pages in this book. This book was published in 1999 by Candlewick Press (MA) .

Melissa Sweet has illustrated many books for children, including Charlotte in Giverny . She lives in Rockport, Maine. John Langstaff has spent much of his life sharing his love of music with audiences young and old. He was born on Christmas Eve in New York, but now lives in Massachussetts. Melissa Sweet has illustrated more than forty books for children, including Love and Kisses. In her illustrator notes at the back of On Christmas Day in the Morning, she writes "I researched the many symbols and images associated with the Christmas season. These rich symbols, associated with nature, agriculture and the cycle of seasons, originated long before the time of Jesus Christ, and continue to remind us of joy, abundance and rebirth. " She includes brief notes on mistletoe, oak, holly, laurel, Christmas rose, pomegranate and wheat.