The All-I'll-Ever-Want Christmas Doll facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Patricia McKissack |
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| Illustrator | Jerry Pinkney |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature, picture book |
| Published | 2007 (Schwartz & Wade Books) |
| Media type | Print (hardback, paperback) |
| Pages | 40 (unpaginated) |
| ISBN | 9780375837593 |
| OCLC | 838317346 |
The All-I'll-Ever-Want Christmas Doll is a picture book from 2007. It was written by Patricia McKissack and illustrated by Jerry Pinkney. The story is about a girl named Nella who lives during the Great Depression.
Nella gets a special doll for Christmas. At first, she doesn't want to share it with her sisters. But she soon learns that playing alone isn't much fun. This book teaches about sharing and family.
Contents
About the Book: A Christmas Story
This book tells a heartwarming story set in a challenging time. It shows how even small gifts can bring great joy. The story also highlights the importance of sharing with others.
Who Wrote and Drew This Book?
The author, Patricia McKissack, was a famous American writer. She wrote many books for children and young adults. Her stories often focused on African American history and culture.
Jerry Pinkney is the illustrator. He is known for his beautiful and detailed artwork. His pictures bring the characters and settings to life. He has illustrated many award-winning books.
What is the Great Depression?
The Great Depression was a very difficult time in American history. It happened in the 1930s. Many people lost their jobs and homes. Families often had very little money.
During this time, getting a new toy like a doll was very rare. This makes Nella's Christmas doll even more special. The book helps us understand what life was like back then.
Awards and Recognition
The All-I'll-Ever-Want Christmas Doll received several awards. These awards show that the book was well-liked and important. They recognize its great story and artwork.
- 2008 ALA Notable Children's Book: This award is given by the American Library Association. It honors books that are excellent for children.
- 2008 CCBC Choice: This means the book was chosen by the Cooperative Children's Book Center. They pick high-quality books for young readers.
- 2008 Charlotte Zolotow Award - highly commended: This award celebrates outstanding writing in picture books.
- NCTE Picturebooks With Noteworthy Endpapers - recommended: This group recognized the book's special endpapers.
