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Reviewed by Philip Van Heusen for Readers' Favorite
Not only will children enjoy this sweet Christmas story, but their parents will too. The animal characters in The Tale of the Animals’ Christmas in Crouch End come to life through the words of Lance Lee and illustrations by Meilo So. Rufus the Red Fox is curious about the meaning of Christmas since so many humans celebrate it. Through a series of events, he meets Marvin the Mole and his wife Mary. Even though Rufus appears tough, he needs friends just like anyone else. Marvin and his two sons agree to work on fixing up Rufus’ place. A mole and a fox becoming friends is unusual, so it causes quite a stir. In the end, they all end up celebrating Christmas. How can all the creatures fit into Rufus’ small home to celebrate? Can hunters become friends with their traditional prey? Read this story and find out.
Here is a Christmas story that will keep you engaged. The Tale of the Animals’ Christmas in Crouch End by Lance Lee will pique your interest and hold your attention from the first page. The author writes in a manner that draws you into the story. Your child will be excited to see how well the various creatures get along. They are each unique yet when they put aside their differences, they learn they can celebrate together in harmony. I recommend parents use this book as a foundation to discuss how to accept people who are different from them, how to celebrate together, and the joy of giving, sharing, and togetherness. Rufus learned that Christmas was so much more than receiving gifts. One key takeaway to teach your child is that if you love others, you can’t treat them badly. Rufus’ life was changed for the better when he learned what makes Christmas special.
