It was engaging, enlightening and sweet without being preachy or cloyingly sweet. This is a great holiday child. Marie Hall Ets (1895–1984) wrote and illustrated 22 children's books and nonfiction books. Finally, on the day before the party, Ceci and her mom go to the market to look for a piñata. After a stray cat adopts Zachary, he meets Marilee and realizes the single life is not as fulfilling as he thought it was. This story however also uses pink which adds orange and browns to the spectrum as well. Most of the pictures are either an off-yellow or grey tone, but when there’s something that is supposed to stand out, or be recognized, the colors that are used are pink, yellow, and orange. Caldecott Award. Nine Days to Christmas is a story about a Mexican girl named Ceci who is going to have her first posada, which will take place nine days before Christmas day. I really liked how she chose a star pinata for her posada because like the story explained, the star lead the three wise men to Jesus. Her mother tells her that now she is old enough to have one. Published over 30 years ago, Nine Days to Christmas remains fresh and relevant. Unable to add item to List. Grades. Grades. First of all because I am Mexican and I know all about the Christmas tradition. ID Numbers Open Library OL9531740M ISBN 10 0833578642 ISBN 13 9780833578648 OCLC/WorldCat 227982316 Library Thing 33856. The illustrations for this one are deceptively simple and remarkably evocative. This was my first read of the book; I thoroughly enjoyed both the story and illustrations. Nine Days to Christmas is a Mexican story book. I'm not usually a fan of the three color illustration style but it felt very "of the time" which would have been late 50s, early 60s. Although, it’s not a chapter book, there are multiple paragraphs of text on most pages.I do think the text is too heavy for a kindergartener, but it would work well for early elementary. "The youngest child will be completely transported by this lovely story".--The Atlantic. This was my first read of the book; I thoroughly enjoyed both the story and illustrations. When the party happens she doesn’t want to break the piñata, but then realizes that breaking it gives her and the piñata a special connection. Resource Information. Free shipping for many products! Nine Days to Christmas book. A much-loved nursery rhyme, with verses in English and French, is enhanced with brilliantly colored woodcuts. Naturally, the art is similar to Gilberto and the Wind with taupe backgrounds, pencil drawings accented with white and yellow. PreK-K, 1-2 O. Ceci anxiously awaits her first posada, the special Mexican Christmas party, and the opportunity to select a pinata for it. Ceci eagerly awaits Las Posadas, the traditional nine-day series of yuletide celebrations. At times it feels as it is a list of events that are all unrelated. although, with it saying 9 days to christmas i thought it was going to be a bit more informative on the mexican tradition. It seems to be a bit hit or miss with some of Mexican heritage not having a problem with the book and others upset by the number of sombreros, sandals and so on. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. In this delightful Mexican story of Christmas, readers will follow Ceci as she awaits her Mexican town’s posada Christmas party and watches in wonder as the town comes alive with festive decorations. This tale is about 5 year old Ceci, who is now old enough for her very first posada. This fabulous picture book might seem a bit outdated, but it does a great job of telling an authentic story based in Mexico in English, explaining a couple of traditions like 'las posadas' and 'las piñatas' to children unfamiliar with how Mexicans celebrate Christmas. However, miracle happened, the big star became the sm. Grade Level: Pre-K - 3rd: This resource supports Nine Days to Christmas. Nine Days to Christmas Written by Marie Hall Ets and Aurora Labastida and Illustrated by Marie Hall Ets In this delightful Mexican story of Christmas, readers will follow Ceci as she awaits her Mexican town’s posada Christmas party and watches in wonder as the town comes alive with festive decorations. Published over 30 years ago, Nine Days to Christmas remains fresh and relevant. Written and illustrated by Marie Hall Ets, Nine Days to Christmas: A Story of Mexico won the 1960 Caldecott Medal. Marie Hall Ets, Aurora Labastida. Anyway, I love this story and someday would like to have a posada of my own. The characters are drawn with vibrant and beautiful colors- bright pink, bright orange, and bright yellow, while the background is black and white as almost to stress the importance of the characters in this story. She picks out a golden star that she thinks is so beautiful. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. I like it for it's depiction of culture as well as having a more universal story about imagination and love that is not unlike the Velveteen Rabbit. This year she’ll lead the candlelight procession that reenacts Mary and Joseph’s trek to Bethlehem. No idea what this has to do with a Christmas party), etc. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. I liked most of the artwork in this Caldecott Medal book, but really didn't care for the style of the piñatas which seemed cartoonish and a bit out of place next to the drawings of people and everyday scenes. Full of eager anticipation, Ceci has many exciting experiences in the days leading up to the big party, culminating in accompanying her mother to the market to select a pinata. November 1st 1991 the pages have beautiful pictures and the story line was so cute. Ceci's first Christmas posada party and pinata have made her Mexican town come alive for generations of readers. Beautifully told story of a little girl's first posada (celebration leading up to Christmas). Lists containing this Book. It allows the reader to further focus on the most important aspects of each scene. Thirty years after reading this book, I look forward to sharing the magic of Nine Days to Christmas with my own children. She couldn't wait for the day of her posada to come. By Marie Hall Ets, Aurora Labastida, Marie Hall Ets. It was a beautiful tale of young Mexican girl, Ceci, and her first Christmas party. This story brought me good memories and I really liked how I can relate to this story. They include a pinata. My daughter's friend's family is from Mexico and I thought she might enjoy the illistrations of 1950's Mexico City. Nine Days to Christmas: A Story of Mexico - Reader's are transported to Mexico in this tale of a girl's excitement at the approach of Christmas. Ceci picks out a star. This would be a great way for all the students to learn that everyone celebrates holidays in a unique way. The original was a gift to my sister from my Grandmother but I took it because I loved it better. [Marie Hall Ets; Aurora Labastida] -- Ceci was now old enough to stay up for the posados - the special Mexican parties given each night starting nine days before Christmas. Nine Days to Christmas is a story about a Mexican girl named Ceci who is going to have her first posada, which will take place nine days before Christmas day. I have the same experience with her. Something interesting was the color choice. Ceci eagerly awaits Las Posadas, the traditional nine-day series of celebrations, when she'll lead a candlelight procession. Something went wrong. Ceci anxiously awaits her first posada, the special Mexican Christmas party, and the opportunity to select a pinata for it Nine days to Christmas Item Preview > remove-circle Share or Embed This Item ... ABBYY FineReader 9.0 Openlibrary OL7642219M Openlibrary_edition OL7642219M Openlibrary_work OL7983965W Page-progression lr Pages 60 Ppi 350 Related-external-id urn:isbn:0140544429 urn:lccn:91052920 From Amazon: Published over 30 years ago, Nine Days to Christmas remains fresh and relevant. It is finally the day of her posada and it’s time to break the piñata. beautifully done but wanted something more informative, Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2018. this book is so beautifully done. The story is set in Mexico in the 50's and is about a little girl's first posada. Please try again. Talk:Nine Days to Christmas ... WikiProject Christianity / Christmas (Rated Stub-class, Low-importance) This article is within the scope of WikiProject Christianity, a collaborative effort to improve the coverage of Christianity on Wikipedia. This is a great holiday children's picture book that can teach students about the Christmas tradition in the Mexican culture. 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The story ends with her posada. Her cousins break it which makes Ceci cry since she loved her piñata. Ceci is overwhelmed with all of the piñata choices; rabbits, bears, elephants, donkeys, and many more. The intended audience for this book is kindergarten-second grade children. Beautifully told story of a little girl's first posada (celebration leading up to Christmas). Long book for a picture book. This book was an interesting read because it was a look into a different culture and a different Christmas tradition that I did not know about. Ets’ style is best described as folk, as the art is reminiscent of traditional Mexican imagery. This didn’t have much of anything about that. Along with the Newbery Medal, the Caldecott Award is the highest … Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Nine Days to Christmas : A Story of Mexico by Aurora Labastida and Marie Hall Ets (2017, Hardcover) at the best online prices at eBay! Generations of readers have treasured this 1960 Caldecott Medal winner and its tale of a little Mexican girl’s excitement at the approach of Christmas. I can still remember the how excited I was that day, I couldn't fall asleep at night and just thought what I want to buy tomorrow. Find and circle words across, down, and diagonally. As Christmas grows near, Ceci begins to fear for her pinata. When her mom takes her to the store to finally get a piñata, she brings her doll with her to pick one out. The illustrations of this book are lovely. By Marie Hall Ets, Aurora Labastida, Marie Hall Ets. The subtitle is: A Story of Mexico, and this picture book details the preparations and festivities surrounding. One. This is the one Ceci decides to get for her posada. It's a wonderful story with lovely illustrations, Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2016. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Read more. Generations of readers have treasured this 1960 Caldecott Medal winner and its tale of a little Mexican girl's excitement at the approach of Christmas. After reading Nine Days to Christmas by Marie Hall Ets use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning. Zachary Stone, a handsome bachelor with distaste for responsibility, sees his life change before his eyes when he decides to adopt a stray cat. This is Ets’ style throughout the story. I was looking forward to a story about how Christmas is celebrated in Mexico. This book was an interesting read because it was a look into a different culture and a different Christmas tradition that I did not know about. Ceci smiled. Three-color illustrations. We’d love your help. It's a wonderful story with lovely illustrations. This year she'll lead the candlelight procession that reenacts Mary and Joseph's trek to Bethlehem. It takes place in a village in Mexico. The illustrator did not use much of color. You see Ceci waiting 21 days till she can finally have her posada and pick out her own Piñata. Together Labastida and Ets created a story that not only depicts an urban Mexican childhood but also conveys the universal magic of Christmas.www.doverpublications.com. You follow the little girl through the nine days while she waits for the special Christmas party. Ceci is overwhelmed with all of the piñata choices; rabbits, bears, elephants, donkeys, and many more. Please try again. In Mexico these are special parties held each night at a different house tell Christmas. "Nine Days to Christmas" is a delightful children's Christmas book all about a Mexican family preparing for the Christmas holiday traditions of the nine days of Las Pasadas. It is finally the day of her posada and it’s time to break the piñata. The story wasn't that interesting to me but might engage a child or even another reader. 1960 Caldecott Medal Winner: Nine Days to Christmas, illustrated by Marie Hall Ets; text: Marie Hall Ets and Aurora Labastida (Viking) Gosh that was 45 years ago! All these colors are warm color's, yellow, orange, red. Meanwhile, Mother takes her to the old marketplace to choose her very first piñata. But there is one piñata in particular that stands out to Ceci- and it’s a big bright yellow star. Ceci is Nine Days to Christmas: A Story of Mexico - Reader's are transported to Mexico in this tale of a girl's excitement at the approach of Christmas. (the maid figures prominently in the story.) Little girl is going to have her first Posada and she is so excited. Dover is proud to present a collection of beautifully illustrated Caldecott winners. Another activity could be making their own piñata in the shape they would choose if they has a posada, because art projects are always a hit in the classroom and help the students further understand the story in a crafty way. However, miracle happened, the big star became the small stars and hang on the night sky. did an amazing job not only with the illustrations but picking parts of the picture that had the pop of color. Published over 30 years ago, Nine Days to Christmas remains fresh and relevant. My only critique is that I felt that the story was a bit long, I started to lose interest very fast, but other than that it as a great read! When she goes to the market, the piñatas come to life and she must chose one of them for her posada, and she chose one that represented the Christmas star of Bethlehem. This story brought me good memories and I really liked how I can relate to this story. She couldn't wait for the day of her posada to come. Nine Days to Christmas: A Story of Mexico - Ebook written by Marie Hall Ets. Zachary Stone, a handsome bachelor with distaste for responsibility, sees his life change before his eyes when he decides to adopt a stray cat. This book is a good book for children to read as they can learn about the culture of Mexico and their customs. I really liked this book because it incorporated culture into it and the excitement of traditions. I'm not usually a fan of the three color illustration style but it felt very "of the time" which would have been late 50s, early 60s. Nine Days to Christmas takes place in Mexico and is a delightful story of a little girl of Mexico City who is now old enough to have her own posada, one of the parties held for nine days to herald the coming of Christmas. After examining the artwork, it appears Ets used pencil and paint because of the shading and bold colors. It seems like that would hurt to break especially given that pinatas at that time had terra cotta pots inside instead of paper mache. It is about a little girl named Ceci who has to wait nine days until her posada; a special Christmas party. Another holiday themed children's book. Instead she can always look up and see the star. Marie Hall Ets. Ets' coauthor, Aurora Labastida, was the children's librarian at the U.S. Embassy's Benjamin Franklin Library in Mexico City. Every young girl gets excited about Christmas each year because it's such an exciting holiday; getting presents and being with all of your family. Yes, we're making our way through the Caldecott winners. There is like a myth with this star. Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2018. I liked that it showed life in a different country. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. The illustrations and the story pair together in a special way. But the religious information is outweighed by the descriptions of a traditional Christmas in Mexico. Not for her the stereotypical view of “villagers wearing ponchos and following burros,” but an urban story about a girl called Cici and her anticipation in the weeks leading up to Christmas. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. One thing that strikes me about the story is that they fill the pinata with oranges and lemons in addition to candy and peanuts. "The youngest child will be completely transported by this lovely story".--The Atlantic. Awarded a Caldecott Medal in 1960, this lovely Christmas tale from co-authors Marie Hall Ets and Aurora Labastida follows the story of young Ceci, a Mexican girl who is excited to learn that she is to host her very first posada, or Christmas party. Nine Days to Christmas lets children learn about and explore the traditions of Christmas in Mexico while capturing the thrill and confusion of early childhood. In this multicultural story, Ceci wants to have her own Posada, which is a party nine days before Christmas. At first glance, the artwork was totally not my style. See search results for this author. Also it is my 2nd to last Caldecott to read, only one more to go!! Nine Days to Christmas: A Story of Mexico - Ebook written by Marie Hall Ets. This year she'll lead the candlelight procession that reenacts Mary and Joseph's trek to Bethlehem. The illustrations in this story are done very well and look as if they are sketched with pencil. Her mother tells her that now she is old enough to have one. The first thing that I noticed in this book was the illustrations as the pictures are all drawn in pencil with punches of color added in. A childhood classic! This compilation of Caldecott winners unites three wonderful children's picture books, and all three focus on wildlife ecology, depicting memorable scenes from the natural world. 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