The Miracle of the First Poinsettia: A Mexican Christmas Story
Originally native to Mexico, beautiful poinsettia plants decorate homes around the world every holiday season. But few people who love the plant's deep red tones know the traditional Mexican tale about how the poinsettia first came to be. In this extraordinary collaboration, Fabian Negrin brings his warm, glowing scenes to Joanne Oppenheim's thoughtful narrative, transporting readers to Old-World Mexico and into the arms of a young girl as her trust leads her straight into a miracle. A beautiful alternative to the traditional nativity story, this book is a wonderful evocation of Mexican customs and culture.
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"The scenes, in full pages and blocks, are infused with color -- the tomato red of the market, the ethereal blue-green of evening, the holy, gold lighting of the church. The sturdy figures have a statue-like dignity in a glowing evocation of old Mexico. Spanish words are well integrated, and there is also a glossary." -- Ilene Cooper, Booklist
Product Details
| Recommended Age | 4 - 8 |
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| Author | Joanne Oppenheim |
| Illustrator | Fabian Negrin |
| ISBN | 1841482455 |
| Publication Date | Oct 1, 2003 |
| Publisher | Barefoot Books |
| Language | English, Spanish / English |