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The little drummer boy

by Rodanas, Kristina.

Format: Print Book 2001
Availability: Available at 4 Libraries 5 of 5 copies

Available (5)
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Northland Public Library Children's Picture Books J PIC LITTLE HOL
Location  Northland Public Library
 
Collection  Children's Picture Books
 
Call Number  J PIC LITTLE HOL
 
 
Northland Public Library Children's Picture Books J PIC LITTLE HOL
Location  Northland Public Library
 
Collection  Children's Picture Books
 
Call Number  J PIC LITTLE HOL
 
 
Sewickley Public Library Juvenile Nonfiction J 782.42 ROD 2001
Location  Sewickley Public Library
 
Collection  Juvenile Nonfiction
 
Call Number  J 782.42 ROD 2001
 
 
Shaler North Hills Library Juvenile Holiday jHOLIDAY ROD [PICT BK]
Location  Shaler North Hills Library
 
Collection  Juvenile Holiday
 
Call Number  jHOLIDAY ROD [PICT BK]
 
 
Western Allegheny Community Library Storage JP CHR RODANAS
Location  Western Allegheny Community Library
 
Collection  Storage
 
Call Number  JP CHR RODANAS
 
 

Summary
For many who grew up with "The Little Drummer Boy," this classic story of the encounter between a poor boy and the baby Jesus embodies the true spirit of Christmas. Now, to enchant a new generation, Kristina Rodanas has illustrated the beloved song. Her rich paintings cast an exotic, magical glow over the familiar words, bringing a unique vision to this timeless celebration of the joy of giving. The complete words and music appear on the last page so that readers can sing along.
Published Reviews
Booklist Review: "Ages 5-8. This handsome picture book revisits the timeless holiday song about the poor drummer boy who learns that the most valuable gifts are those given from the heart. Rich, textured images spring from the pages, their radiant gold and red earth tones balanced by warm blue and green hues. Rodanas evokes the boy's gentle persona through soft colors and the simple line work of the child's drum, and then uses bold colors for the kings' robes and strong textile patterns in Mary's garments. The contrast effectively reinforces the musical rhythm and movement of the text. The lovely closing spread, showing the manger in Bethlehem adorned by a brightly shining star, makes for a memorable ending. The sheet music and lyrics are at the end of the book. --Cynthia Turnquest"
From Booklist, Copyright (c) American Library Association. Used with permission.
Publisher's Weekly Review: "Carolers can also sing along with The Little Drummer Boy, illus. by Kristina Rodanas. The artist's majestic desert landscapes offer dramatic contrast to the intimacy of the modest stable. (Sept.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved"
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Additional Information
Subjects Carols, English -- Texts.
Christmas music -- Texts.
Carols.
Christmas music.
Publisher New York :Clarion Books,2001
Other Titles Little drummer boy.
Contributors Onorati, Henry.
Simeone, Harry.
Davis, Katherine, 1892-1980. Little drummer boy.
Language English
Notes Originally published: The little drummer boy / Katherine Davis. New York : Macmillan, 1968.
Description 29 pages : color illustrations, music ; 26 cm
ISBN 0395970156
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