Book Review of Christmas Land
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Christmas Land
Written by Amber and Davina Bernardi-Kim
Illustrated by Eleonora Cali
Ages 5+ | 50 Pages
Publisher: A&D Ventures LLC | ISBN-13: 9798987071601
What to Expect: Family, conflict, non-violence, Christmas.
In this modern-day Christmas fairy tale, a whimsical fantasy adventure (and lots of cupcakes) serves as the backdrop for practical lessons about staying grounded, being open to others, and resolving conflict.
When Davina wakes up in Christmas Land, she’s delighted: outdoor cupcake-decorating parties, chocolate snow, and talking bears—Christmas Land is everything she dreamed it would be. Unfortunately, all is not well in Christmas Land. With the Chocolate Mint Castle in the hands of the Evil Knight and the Queen banished, the inhabitants of Christmas Town live in fear. And then the biggest surprise of all: it seems Davina is the missing Princess of Christmas Land, destined to save them all from the Evil Knight! With the help of her new friends and her mom’s wise teachings to fall back on, Davina sets out to save Christmas Land (and secure herself a Christmas cupcake).
Davina’s easy-going, pragmatic nature is engaging, and readers will love accompanying her as she explores the delights of Christmas Land, evoked through rich sensory detail. Bright and festive digital illustrations punctuate the story, bringing Christmas Land to life. Best of all, Davina’s kind words and actions model non-violent ways of responding to conflict, inviting readers to consider how they can use kindness and mindfulness in their lives. Short chapters and simple language make the story ideal for readers who are only just getting familiar with chapter-book reading.
Christmas Land is a magical Christmas story with some important lessons about empathy and cupcake consumption.
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About the Authors
Amber has always had a passion for writing and exploring different cultures. She has a BA in International Affairs and an MA in Organizational Leadership. Daily, Amber enjoys imagining her next creative world with her daughter.
Davina enjoys creating stories with her mom, dancing, and singing to the latest song on the radio. She is an avid baker, and her favorite show is “Nailed It.” She joined Mensa at age 5.
For more information, visit https://amberbernardikim.com.
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