My Ultimate Christmas Story:
The Red Ranger Came Calling has overtaken every other book, even my now #2 pick How The Grinch Stole Christmas, as my "must-tell" Christmas story. I am not able to read it aloud without tearing up at some point, curiously not always at the SAME point in the story. This is a tall tale, more accurately the re-telling of a tall tale, and it's poignant message to remember to "look up" when seeking answers. The beautiful story for all ages is matched in brilliance with the artwork of Breathed. I have yet to find a child or adult who doesn't "get" the story and its beautiful moral. One need not be an Opus fan to love this book and appreciate the artistry inside.
Unknown Classic:
This is my favorite Christmas story, hands down. I cannot read it without getting choked up and teary... and it's NOT a sappy story! This tells of a young boy who has a run-in with an old man who may or may not be Santa Claus; the boy has little and believes in even less, though his encounter changes that. Don't think you know how this ends though - the boy is not easily won, and he does more for the old man than the other way around. The final image will give you chills... (in a good way) DON'T SKIP TO THE END! IT IS BEST AS A SURPRISE.
The BEST Christmas Book EVER!:
I've been known to buy several copies of this book and give it to people whom I think need to get the message. I LOVE this book. I love to read it aloud~ even to adults. Breathed is so clever and the text is magnificient. The illustrations are vivid. The story is about a boy in depression days so it may be better to give it this year than ever before. I've never given it as a gift and not had a great reaction. This book may help even the most cynical believe in Santa Claus again. I think I'll go read it right now in preparation for reading it to a group in a couple of weeks.
Red Ranger Came Calling:
This is an AWESOME story for kids and grown-ups alike--for all the right reasons! Berkeley Breathed weaves such a rich and colorful tapestry with his words and the illustrations will make you "fall on the floor laughing!" It is a delightful Christmas story about the human experience and one of enlightment without any deep religious undertones. It's old-fashioned in the respect that it has a "moral." It's tickles one's fancy because the story is based on an actual "thing" that can be visited with wonder and intrigue. I know because my family had to make a "pilgramage" years ago to see it with our own eyes!! As a Realtor in the Portland, Oregon, area I make it a habit to give this book to clients every Christmas...whether they have kids or not! You certainly won't be sorry for the purchase and I truly believe you're getting an excellent value for the cost. Enjoy! Leslie Newberry Cell: 503-349-2727
Great Christmas Story:
This book was recommended by my child's school librarian. All three of my kids, ages 5-10, girls and boy, loved the book. The illustrations were vibrant and the story captivated everyone.
| Author: | Berkeley Breathed | | Binding: | Hardcover | | EAN: | 9780316108812 | | ISBN: | 0316108812 | | Number Of Pages: | 37 | | Publication Date: | 1994-10 | | Reading Level: | Ages 9-12 |
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