Twas The Night Before Christmas

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Twas The Night Before Christmas

Twas The Night Before Christmas

Did you know? On December 23, 1823, "A Visit From St. Nicholas” Twas The Night Before Christmas was published in a newspaper in Troy, New York, USA. Until 13 years later, no one claimed authorship. Professor and poet Clement Clarke Moore said he wrote the piece for his children. His housekeeper had sent it to the newspaper to be published, unbeknownst to him. The family of Henry Livingston Jr., on the other hand, claimed that their father had been reciting "A Visit from St. Nicholas or Twas The Night Before Christmas " for 15 years before it was published. Regardless of who wrote it, the poem has become a Christmas classic. It is perfect for tuck-in during the Christmas season. This picture book features spectacular illustrations that are both lifelike and enchanting. A truly incredible book, Twas the Night Before Christmas kids book that will be treasured for many years.

About This Book

By: Clement C. Moore
Illustrated by: CK Dreamaker
Published by: Flowerpot Press
3-7Age Range
- AR
30Pages
ChristmasSubject
-Lexile
5-20 minsReading Time
-Guided Reading
-Fountas & Pinnell
-DRA