Day Before Christmas, The
Publication Information
Author:  Bunting, Eve	Illustrator:  Peck, Beth
Title:  Day Before Christmas, The	Date:  1992
Publisher:  Clarion Books	City:  New York
ISBN, paperback:  0-89919-866-X	ISBN, hardback:
Recommended audience:
ABE/ABLE:   Yes	ESOL:
Family:   Yes	Young Adult:
Picture:   Yes
General Information:
Book Type(s):    fiction, easy reading
HSE Descriptor(s):    language arts - reading
Summary:
Four years after the death of her mother, seven-year-old Allie goes with her grandfather to a performance of the ballet "The Nutcracker" on Christmas Eve. Warned by her father before leaving that Grandpa may be a little sad, Allie learns that Grandpa had taken her mother to see her first "Nutcracker." They both benefit from the shared memory.
Teaching Ideas:
The book and its beautiful illustrations make an excellent read-aloud, especially to generate discussion and writing about family traditions and relationships. Because the illustrations reflect sections of ballet, students may enjoy listening to excerpts from "The Nutcracker," which may be available through the public library. Holidays: www.worldtime.com
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