'The unique design will interest some readers, and preschoolers will enjoy the poem.' - School Library Journal

'The global focus helps children understand how our cultures are the same yet different, fostering inclusion, diversity, and an interest in people and places different from one's own.' - Children's Literature

'An instant classic that will be enjoyed each year when the holidays roll around.' - Romper

'Encourage[s] children to consider what's going on beyond their own home, country, and hemisphere.' - Mosaic Magazine

'Would make it onto anyone's nice list.' - Publishers Weekly

'A nice read aloud, and rich cultural learning.' - The Silvan Reverie

'Kids will love learning about other families all over the world and the things they do to celebrate Christmas.' - Sincerely Stacie

??‘A fast favorite and the most fun Christmas book to display.’ - Kidslitislit, Ashley Bryson

‘Kids will be fascinated by the different countries and the overall shape of the book.’ - Cracking the Cover, Jessica Harrison

Hannah Barnaby is an acclaimed children's book author from Charlottesville Virginia, with several chapter books and picture books to her name. She worked as a children's book editor, independent bookseller, and book reviewer before becoming the first children's writer-in-residence at the Boston Public Library.

João Fazenda is an award-winning illustrator from Portugal and a graduate of the Lisbon Faculty of Arts. His clients include The New York Times; The New Yorker; The Wall Street Journal; Telegraph; Guardian; New Scientist; Boston Magazine; and Architectural Review amongst others.