The Christmas Alphabet

by Robert Sabuda

Book Overview

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of THE CHRISTMAS ALPHABET, Sabuda has created a brand new pop-up to include in this special edition, which also has a brand new cover and is covered in green foil.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0531068579
• ISBN13: 9780531068571
• Release Date: November 2001
• Publisher: Orchard Books (NY)
• Length: 16 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 9.8" x 7.7"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Magical!

[This review was first published in the Ephrata (Pa.) Review."] If you missed this marvel of paper engineering when it first came out in 1994, now's the chance to get a copy of a 10th-anniversary edition. The format is simple. Seven two-page spreads of white cardboard, each with four modest little folders, or "doors," labeled with letters of the alphabet. But prepare to be dazzled by Sabuda's magic. Open one of the folders and ta-da! a live dove flies out. Well not quite... but almost. Behind each of the 27 "doors" lies a white pop-out surprise that illustrates a Christmas-related word. Open "Door C" for example and glimpse a candle's halo whirr into place behind the flame. Open "G" to flamboyant swirls and a box. Lift the box's lid to discover what the gift is. Lift "Q" to a bouncy quartet of singers. The mechanically inclined will immediately set about trying to figure out how the pop-ups "work." Others will simply enjoy the shapes and the creativity behind them. Because of the book's fragile nature, I wouldn't hand this book off to a toddler. But with supervision and assistance, this is a visual treat all ages can enjoy.

The Christmas Alphabet book

This thrilling book grabbed me immediately. The paper folding is unbelievably intricate & gorgeous. The story behind it was so meaningful, too. I bought about twelve copies for presents the year I first saw it. It's not for small children unless an adult is present to stop possible damage to the paper folds. I'm saving one copy for our son whenever he marries.

Jean's review

Not only is this the MOST beautiful and intriguing book I've ever given to my children, the story of how it came to be is an important reminder to hang onto our dreams. It's perfect for anyone of any age. I gave it to my boss last year (someone who "has everything") and she loves it.

This book is a keepsake work of art

The contents are an unbelievablely artistic origami rendering of the items named by each letter of the alphabet. Behind each letter's door is yet another surprise popout that is as original as it is beautiful. It is one of the most captivating books I have ever looked at. Any child, or adult, would appreciate it. First rate!