Deck the Halls by Norman Rockwell - ADVISABLE

Deck the Halls by Norman Rockwell. Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 2008. PICTURE BOOK

Pre-K, EL (K-3), EL - ADVISABLE

Fourteen of Norman Rockwell’s winter and Christmas themed illustrations have been selected to accompany the words to the traditional carol. The intimate and humorous illustrations include a jolly Santa, children sledding, and a grandfather cuddling his grandchildren. The combination of the classic song with the classic illustrations creates a true family Christmas treasure. The book is also large enough to share with a group for a festive sing-along. An introduction by John Rockwell, Norman Rockwell’s grandson, and the final pages identifying the source and date for each illustration add to this high quality book.

Janell Pearce-Mattheus, Youth Services Librarian, Whitmore Library.