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Name: 12 days of Christmas
Rating: 4 (1 reviews)
Author: Rachel Isadora

📘 12 days of Christmas by Rachel Isadora

Rachel Isadora’s 12 Days of Christmas transports the traditional carol into an African context, interweaving local customs and music with the familiar verses. The book uses a mix of clear text and visual rebuses, inviting children to solve playful puzzles while learning about diverse cultural expressions of the holiday season. A brief author’s note provides context on some African traditions highlighted in the illustrations, adding depth and educational value.

First publish date: 2010

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Rachel Isadora

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