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A Song in Bethlehem

By McGee, Marni & Cockcroft, Jason

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ONE CHILL EVENING IN BETHLEHEM, young Naomi hears of an amazing sight: at the inn's stable, there are three men rich as kings, with rubies round their necks and gold on their fingers. Eager, Naomi rushes to catch a glimpse. But by the time she arrives, the men are gone.Yet Naomi discovers a different treasure: a baby boy, with parents kind and wise. And when she receives the gift of a flute from the baby and his family, her life is transformed forever and her world is full of music. It is a night full of wonders. It is the first Christmas.A Song in Bethlehem is a lyrical and stunning tale of the strength of love and compassion, filled with all the magic of Christmas.

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978-0-37583-447-9
Publisher
Knopf Books for Young Readers


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School Library Journal

Reviewed on October 1, 2007

Gr 1-4 When Naomi, a hungry beggar girl, goes to the inns stable to see kings, she finds a couple with a newborn child and steals a shiny coin. Instead of punishing her, the adults feed and befriend her. They introduce her to ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Horn Book Guide

Reviewed on January 1, 2007

Naomi, a poor girl and would-be thief, sings a lullaby to the baby Jesus. In return, she's given a flute that echoes the angels...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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