‘Twas the Night B’fore Christmas ~ Melodye Rosales

‘Twas the Night B’fore Christmas

Written by Melodye Rosales
Illustrated by Melodye Rosales

Based on the original poem “A Visit From St. Nicholas” by Clement C. Moore, this African-American version has characters living on a small dairy farm in North Carolina near the turn of the century. It is told from the father’s perspective as he expresses his wonder and amazement as he secretly observes Santa Claus. Read more >>

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Originally posted on December 2, 2020.

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