Review of I Wonder Why It's Christmas

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Re: Review of I Wonder Why It's Christmas

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A lovely review for what appears to be quite a lovely book!
I love that the author sometimes poses questions to the readers. For instance, "What animal is Mary riding on?" "How many stars can you spot in the sky?" "What is the name of Mary and Joseph's son?" This will help children not only "read" the story but "know" it.
I absolutely love this because it’s so true, for kids and adults alike. Being able to not just absorb something, but KNOW it will always make all the difference. That is how you develop a genuine understanding of anything. This book may actually make for a nice gift to some educators I personally know, so I’ll have to keep it in mind when the holiday season rolls back around.

Congratulations & many blessings to the author on BOTD!
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A children's book that uses a question-and-answer technique to explain the meaning and background of certain Christmas traditions. This strategy will be able to tap into the natural curiosity of a child, thus helping them to remain interested in the content. Congrats on #BOTD
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"I wonder why it's Christmas by Esther Ekunola is a delightful children's book that beautifully describes the origins of the Christmas celebration  and introduces children to the true meaning of Christmas! The incorporation of Bible verses, engaging questions, and beautiful picture illustrations gives it the perfect combination to captivate young readers. 
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“I wonder why it's Christmas” by Esther Ekunola is a delightful children's book that beautifully describes the origins of the Christmas celebration and introduces children to the true meaning of Christmas! The incorporation of Bible verses, engaging questions, and beautiful picture illustrations gives it the perfect combination to captivate young readers.
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Thank you for sharing your perspective and for highlighting the strengths of this enriching children's book.
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Congrats on BOTD!
It's wonderful to read the text that explains the true naivety and the lovely "old school" drawings. Though I'm not really religious, it's good to see a return to the traditional principles of Christmas because it has become a commercial and irreligious gimmick.
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A good review.
Thank you.
A wonderful way of elaborating on what Christmas means, and the purpose behind it, aligned with the Christian faith.
This book sounds wonderful for young Christian children in particular as it also reinforces the Bible scriptures, in terms of Jesus's birth.
This can also be wonderful for non-Christian children who are keen to learn the biblical insight to this celebration. It is a lovely addition to incorporate illustrations that correspond with the narrative.
Congratulations to the author!!
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I WONDER WHY IT'S CHRISTMAS..
A book with illustrations is so attractive, and children love attractive things. The reviewer, as mentioned, "Not to'read' but to 'know'" clearly says this book is so good and Christmas feels so special. Reading this refreshes our childhood memories. 
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Your review makes me curious to check it out myself! sounds like "I Wonder Why It's Christmas" by Esther Ekunola is a delightful and informative book for children, especially with its engaging storytelling and beautiful illustrations. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it so much and found it well-edited without any errors.
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Hey there! I just finished reading your review of "I Wonder Why It's Christmas" by Esther Ekunola, and it sounds like such a heartwarming and informative children's book! I love how it beautifully illustrates the Christmas story and incorporates Bible verses. The inclusion of questions for the readers seems like a fantastic way to engage young minds. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on it!
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This Esther Ekunola book review emphasizes "I Wonder Why It's Christmas" for its captivating narrative, exquisite artwork, and informative information. The reviewer highlights the excellent editing, interactive questions, and Bible verse inclusions. All things considered, they heartily endorse the book to kids older than four since it teaches them the real significance of Christmas.
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I like this review. It's simple and clear. The reviewer recognizes the presence of pictures which make the book more interesting to young readers. From reading the review, I agree with the reviewer. The book deserves 5 out of 5 stars.
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Thank you for recommending this book and sharing your positive experience. It certainly seems like a wonderful addition to any family's Christmas reading list, offering both a joyful story and a meaningful way to understand the holiday's significance.
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Congrats to the BOTD author! The title "I Wonder Why It's Christmas" was a unique choice and will attract a parent or young readers to the book. I believe the explanation and lessons in the book too will impact the target audience and fill in what they didn't understand. Nice review.
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The review was clear and well written. The idea of the book doesn't align with my beliefs. But I respect its goal, which is to bring children closer to the spirit of Christmas. I hope that the appropriate audience will like the book. Congrats on BOTD
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