"Newbery Medallist Cooper's beautiful poem is celebrated in this stunning picture book richly complemented by Carson's illustrations. All about Winter and "driving the dark away” as one year ends and another begins."
So the shortest day came, and the year died... As the sun set on the shortest day of the year, early people would gather to prepare for the long night ahead. They built fires and lit candles. They played music, bringing their own light to the darkness, while wondering if the sun would ever rise again...
Written for a theatrical production that has become a ritual in itself, Susan Cooper's poem The Shortest Day captures the magic behind the returning of the light, the yearning for traditions that connect us with generations that have gone before - and the hope for peace that we carry into the future. Richly illuminated by Carson Ellis, this beautiful book evokes the joy and community found in the ongoing mystery of life when we celebrate light, thankfulness, and festivity at a time of rebirth.
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Written for a theatrical production that has become a ritual in itself, Susan Cooper's poem The Shortest Day captures the magic behind the returning of the light, the yearning for traditions that connect us with generations that have gone before - and the hope for peace that we carry into the future. Richly illuminated by Carson Ellis, this beautiful book evokes the joy and community found in the ongoing mystery of life when we celebrate light, thankfulness, and festivity at a time of rebirth.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Shortest Day and determined it is suitable for children aged 3-6 years old
The Shortest Day features in the following genres: Featured Books for 5+ readers, Recommendations, Featured Books for 3+ readers
Paperback, Hardback. £7.19, down from the £7.99 cover price. In Stock.
The Shortest Day was written by Susan Cooper and published by Walker Books Ltd
The Shortest Day has 32 pages
£7.19, reduced from £7.99. In Stock.