The best Christmas Present in the World

[joanbelge]

I bought this childrens book a couple of years ago, and have enjoyed reading it to various groups of children aged 7 -11.The children have been moved by the sentiments in the story.For members who dont know the book ,it centers around a letter from a soldier in the Great War who witnessed the Christmas Truce.The twist in the story is very poignant.

Although a childrens book I commend it to members and expect that few would read it without a lump in their throat.

Seasonal greetings

Joan

[Paul Reed]

Joan - my 11 year old daughter loves this, and has read almost all of Morpugo's books. He is a superb children's author.

[joanbelge]

Joan - my 11 year old daughter loves this, and has read almost all of Morpugo's books. He is a superb children's author.

I agree he is a worthy Children's Laureate

[watchdog]

Also worth a read is Private Peaceful by the same author - I don't want to reveal the plot as it will spoil the twist

[SandraB]

. . . and don't forget Michael Morpurgo's "War Horse", I have the version of the book with the lovely illustrations by Francois Place (I'm a child of 40+).

I've read the book, seen the play (could have cried from beginning to end) . . . will there be a film?

Sandra