The Twelve Days of Christmas - Hardcover

Barefoot Books

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1782852212 ISBN 13: 9781782852216

Publisher: Barefoot Books, 2015

Synopsis

In an exquisite book and CD package, perfect for holiday gift giving, the illustrator of The Fabrics of Fairy Tale brings her stunning collage illustrations to one of the world's best-loved holiday carols.

About this title

From School Library Journal:

PreS-Gr 3—What is a holiday roundup without a new Twelve Days of Christmas title? Griffin's version of the song is distinctive for its lovely hand-sewn, mixed-media collages and its international representation. She includes all of the traditional cumulative verses but broadens the appeal by depicting the 10 pipers piping in India and nine drummers drumming in Malawi. The stunning artwork incorporates embroidery, beads, bric-a-brac, and stamps on each ornate but carefully composed spread. Back matter includes the history and religious significance of the song and explanations of holiday traditions and decorations and offers extensions. Children and budding crafters will pore over the pages and might even come up with some creative DIY decorations of their own. VERDICT A solid addition that should inspire collectors and makers of all stripes.—Luann Toth, School Library Journal

From Publishers Weekly:

Thanks to Griffin's (The Fabrics of Fairy Tale) luxuriously appliqu‚d and embroidered collages and handmade-paper constructions, the 12 days of Christmas here add up to a visual feast. Sequins, beads, buttons, richly dyed fabrics and more embellish these spreads in celebration of the traditional carol about true love and creative gift-giving. A CD recording of the song performed by British vocalist Caroline Butler. All ages.
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About this edition

• Publisher: Barefoot Books
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1782852212
• ISBN 13: 9781782852216
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 32
• Illustrator: Griffin Rachel