Nativity -- Cynthia Rylant

<b>In the spirit of her acclaimed <i>Dog Heaven </i>and <i>Cat Heaven</i>, Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant illustrates the nativity story in her powerful folk art style.</b> <p/>Cynthia Rylant takes the beloved text of the nativity story, as told in the King James Bible, and lovingly illustrates it in her simple but bold style that has been called "stunning" by <i>School Library Journal</i>. As she did with the creation story, Rylant has created a sublime take on a classic story that will appeal to readers of all ages.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Cynthia Rylant<br><b>Publisher:</b> Beach Lane Books<br><b>Published:</b> 09/19/2017<br><b>Pages:</b> 40<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.95lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 12.10h x 8.30w x 0.60d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781481470414<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 4-8<br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>Kirkus Reviews</i> 09/01/2017<br><i>Publishers Weekly</i> 09/04/2017<br><i>School Library Journal</i> 10/01/2017<br><i>Horn Book Magazine</i> 11/01/2017 pg. 64<br><i>Hornbook Guide to Children</i> 01/01/2018 - Superior,Well Above Average<br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>Cynthia Rylant is the author of more than 100 books for young people, including the beloved Henry and Mudge, Annie and Snowball, Brownie & Pearl, Motor Mouse, and Mr. Putter & Tabby series. Her novel <i>Missing May</i> received the Newbery Medal. She lives in Lake Oswego, Oregon.</p>