The Night Before Christmas

by Clement Clarke Moore Illustrated by Jan Brett

A new generation of readers will find Jan’s visual interpretation of this favorite poem, set in a snowy New England village, both familiar, as St. Nick visits a Victorian family, and surprising, with Jan’s addition of two stowaway elves from the North Pole.

Brett's New York Times-bestselling edition of Moore's classic Christmas poem celebrates its 10th anniversary, with a special note from Brett and an exquisitely redesigned jacket with red foil trim, making this a delectable holiday treat for a new generation of readers. Full color.

"Another holiday keepsake from a master." — Publishers Weekly, starred review

“This eye-filling volume offers a wealth of detail, perfect for sharing in the days counting down to Christmas.” — Kirkus Reviews

Ages: 6, 7, 5
Interest Level: Grades K - 2
Grade Level Equivalent: 3.5
DRA: 30-34
Guided Reading: N
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Book Type: Read-Aloud Book
Number of Pages: 40
Genre: Classics, Poetry and Rhymes

About the Author and Illustrator

Clement Clarke Moore Clement Clarke Moore is the credited author of A Visit from St. Nicholas (more commonly known today as Twas the Night Before Christmas).

Jan Brett Jan Brett lives in a seacoast town in Massachusetts with her husband, who is a member of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and Buffy, her pet hedgehog.