The Night Before Valentine's Day » (Bargain)

Natasha Wing lives in Arcata, California.

Amy Wummer lives in Reading, Pennsylvania.

Kids dream of candy hearts in another funny take-off on Clement C. Moore's beloved poem. The next day at school is a day of parties and games-and a surprise visitor bearing a Valentine gift for the whole class!

Children's Literature

In a take off based on the famous Christmas poem, this variation describes activities on the night before Valentine's Day. Kids have their scissors and glue out, cutting paper hearts and decorating them too. At school, everything is pink and red, from the streamers and hearts to balloons hanging by a thread. Teacher gets a bouquet from her secret admirer and the kids play games, exchange cards, and have a great party. Even the principal joins in the fun by pretending he is Cupid and leaving the kids a soft furry bundle of love. 2000, Grosset & Dunlap, $3.49. Ages 4 to 7. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot