The Robin's First Christmas

The Robin's First Christmas

Written and Illustrated by Susanne T. Schroder

The Robin's First Christmas is an adorable story that pulls at your heart strings while relaying the message of God's love. Having read the previous book in the series of Unlikely Heroes, "The Donkey's First Christmas" and immediately loved it, I was excited to have a chance to read this book, and I was not disappointed. The Robin's version of the first Christmas is just as sweet and entertaining, an instant classic at our house.

The little Robin loved to sing, but was told he was not special or good enough over and over, (he stammers, though that fact is not directly pointed out as such) so he decided to remain silent, believing that truth spoken over him. It was not until a cold December night when he observed a fire in a stable that he experienced a love like never before and realized his value through an act of service. 

The story is told in a rhyme fashion, easy and quick to read yet loaded with depth and value. The illustrations are sweet and cute, immediately drawing the reader in with the simplicity yet detailed depictions. It is one of those books the kids want to hear over and over agan that I don't mind reading repeatedly.

 I absolutely love that a portion of proceds from the sale of the book go to www.stamma.org, an organization that existst to help create a better world for people who stammer. A book with a great message in an enticing manner that also does good with it's sales? That's a huge win for me! I am proud to support this author and her fantastic works!

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The Donkey's First Christmas

The Donkey's First Christmas

by Susanne T Schroder

Donkey does not like to do any work and tries everything he can to get out of helping.  One day, he is forced to help a couple on a long trip, despite his many complaints.  Along the way, he discovers that he is a part of a much bigger event and learns some important lessons along the way.

This is an adorable book for young children, ages 3-7, and even those younger and older, with something to take away on every level.  The book brings a new way of seeing the Christmas story and brings in a different perspective that is fun and engaging for children and adults alike.  With many rhymes and a rhythm that flows smoothly, the book is both fun to read and listen to.

Illustrations are soft and inviting.  The text is unique and fun.  Using vocabulary and ideas familiar to children today, the book offers all sorts of fun and learning as well as opens up room for discussion and more learning.  A really adorable book!  Most definitely a book that will become a favorite in our home as it is so fun to read.

I received an e-copy of this book for review and enjoyed the opportunity to view it this way.  While the book opened up nicely via the link I was given, when I tried to see it on my iPad I found many of the illustrations to be missing either in part or in whole, which distracted greatly from the book.  So, for now this book will remain a computer only book, which is a disappointment, but that aside, I was very pleased with this book and highly recommend it.

I received this book free from the publisher through the BookCrash.com book review program, which requires an honest, though not necessarily positive, review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s CFR Title 16, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” I was in no way compensated for this review.