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DePalma, Kate

Joy to the World!: Christmas Around the Globe

40 pp. | Barefoot | October, 2021 | Trade ISBN 978-1-64686-297-9 $17.99
(2) K-3 Illustrated by Sophie Fatus. DePalma and Fatus joyfully highlight some rituals, customs, and foods that Christians around the world enjoy at Christmastime. Each spread features one of thirteen countries (­including Colombia, Ethiopia, Serbia, and Iceland) and contains four simple lines of pleasing rhyming verse (plus occasional pronunciations in small print). The vibrant, textured mixed-media illustrations show families and friends celebrating together, because "though we might gather in different ways, / Christmas for many brings meaningful days." The extensive back matter offers additional fascinating details perfect to share at holiday festivities. For example, did you know the holiday season lasts almost five months in the Philippines? One plane ticket, please!
Reviewer: Cynthia K. Ritter | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2021

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