Ernest and Celestine

Adults & children alike can relate to a child losing a cherished toy, which is what happens when Ernest & Celestine go for a walk in the snow, & Celestine inadvertently drops her stuffed bird, Gideon. Ernest buys an assortment of appealing substitutes, but none is adequate. Ernest meticulously recreates Gideon from Celestine's vivid recollection, resulting in the perfect happy Christmas gift. This story was appealing to me & my 7 yr old daughter entering 2nd grade. She has played countless hrs w/various special dolls & stuffed animals. Countless times I have been called upon, not to recreate lost favorites, but to mend damage, or create new costumes, etc. Gabrielle Vincent's Ernest & Celestine series is appealing for the endearing young & old characters, the relationship between them, & the simplicity of the tales. The illustrations come alive.

I've been looking for this book ever since a school librarian recommended it to me. I bought a copy years ago and now I can get another for a grandchild. Perfect for it's happy ending and Christmas magic.