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Santa Baby

by Janie Bynum



      Santa Baby is a picture book adaptation of a Christmas Song that's been recorded by a host of singers, including Eartha Kitt and Madonna - but you don't need to know the song to enjoy the book. Unlike some song-to-book adaptations, this one works delightfully as picture book text - especially when matched to Janie Bynum's bright illustrations. I have to admit to being a long time Janie Bynum fan - her illustrations always contain so much warmth and whimsy. In Santa Baby, the pictures tell the story of Christmas Eve with a happy, rambunctious baby who loves poking around the tree, wrapping presents (as only tape-loving babies can), making cookies, and cuddling - lots of cuddling. Bynum creates some especially delightful illustrations posing the question - is it Santa, or Santa Daddy bearing his burden of gifts? The cheerful illustrations and cozy family moments make this a great book to share with your little ones - and you even get the sheet music printed on the inside back cover so you have the choice of reading the book or singing it! Whichever way you share it - it's a charmer.

The Book

LB Kids, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company / Time Warner
October 2005
Hardcover Picture book
0316000671
Children's fiction Age Level: Baby/Preschool
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The Reviewer

Jan Fields
Reviewed 2005
NOTE: Reviewer Jan Fields is the editor of Kid Magazine Writers emagazine and has written dozens of stories and articles for the children's magazine market.
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