Author: Deedee Cummings
Illustrator: Charlene Mosley
Publisher: Make A Way Media
Date: 2022
Ages: 4 - 10
Pages: 38
In The Nick of Time Too expands the cultural perspective on traditional Christmas expectations about Santa. In this story, two friends’ simple holiday sleep-over and a diverse neighborhood gathering are the backdrop for a celebration of friendship, kindness, and open-mindedness. Children will enjoy this Christmas story’s multicultural bent, and parents will appreciate helping them explore representation and its various facets. The book’s backmatter contains a sweet recipe and information about one organization’s focus on creating positive change.
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