Book Review: 'Twas the Morning of Easter ~ Nighttime Reading Center

March 27, 2021

Book Review: 'Twas the Morning of Easter

Book Title: 'Twas the Morning of Easter
Author: Glenys Nellist
Genres: Easter, Holiday, Picture Books, Children, Poetry,
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Publisher Date: February 2, 2021 (32 Pages, Hardcover)
ISBN: 9780310769064

A follow-up to the popular ’Twas the Evening of Christmas from beloved author Glenys Nellist. ’Twas the Morning of Easter tells the story of the resurrection of Jesus in a fresh way, with a familiar rhythm and rhyme that children will love, following the pattern of Clement Moore’s iconic “’Twas the Night Before Christmas.”

Glenys Nellist, beloved author of the bestselling ’Twas the Evening of Christmas, reveals the joy and beauty of the resurrection of Jesus in a fresh, inspiring way in ’Twas the Morning of Easter. Using the classic cadence of Clement Moore’s iconic poem, “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” this gorgeous picture book shares the true story of Easter with little ones with read-aloud rhymes and engaging illustrations by Elena Selivanova. With an eye-catching cover decorated in shining foil and embossing, this book is perfect for any Easter basket and sure to be a treasured Easter tradition for years to come.

’Twas the Morning of Easter excerpt:

’Twas the morning of Easter, before the sun rose, Two guards on a hillside were trying to doze. Now Jesus had died, only three days before, A huge stone was in place, sealed over the door.

’Twas the Morning of Easter:

Is written by Glenys Nellist, author of the beloved The Wonder That Is You, and the Snuggle Time and Love Letters from God series
Is told in the style of Clement Moore’s iconic poem—“’Twas the Night before Christmas”
Retells the story of the resurrection of Jesus in a fresh way
Features a familiar rhythm and rhyme that children ages 4-8 will love
Brings the resurrection story to life through Elena Selivanova’s beautiful, rich illustrations
Is the perfect way for adults to share the powerful story of Easter with the little ones in their lives

Discliamer: I received a free copy of this book though Zonderkids for an honest review. My thoughts and opinions are my own.
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Are you a fan of the classic book called "'Twas Night Before Christmas" by Clement Moore? The style implies it applied in this book called "'Twas the Morning of Easter." It is quite enjoyable; It sees the rhyming of the poem throughout the book. My rating is four and a half stars (Moons). I am curious about how the first book called "'Twas the Evening of Christmas" is done. I would love to read that one.

It is a neat way to do the story of Jesus' resurrection; It a book that will have children interacting with it or continuing to read every year. The could become a new Easter tradition by having this book read either the night before Easter, even a few days before, on the morning of Easter.

Children and grandchildren can see a fresh and new way to see Jesus' resurrection through this book. The poem style is down wonderfully. I enjoyed reading it this way. Not too hard to understand and is enjoyable. I have not found a better way to read the resurrection of Jesus as completing and knowledge as this book.

The pictures do it the story well. Children and adults will treasure this book and want to read it year after year—it an excellent book to start a new tradition with family. Grandparents and parents can read this to their children and youngsters. Children may even understand the meaning of Easter better than before.