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After seeing one book in this series which completely inappropriately seemed to match baby chicks with Hallowe'en - and did so through quite horrendous photoshopping - we have a better-looking entrant, where kittens and cats celebrate Christmas. (Dogs and Thanksgiving passed me by). Here there are still examples of clunky visual trickery - that bauble seems in a different world to that cat's paw, and a good thing too knowing how they break apart so easily - but some of the images do actually look like the real thing. The snippets of text include sort of knowing quips about cat nature - their preference for empty boxes as opposed to anything nice for them that may have been inside them - and so we see the animals and the holiday season in conjunction a lot better than before. It's still very lightweight and unnecessary, mind, but ranks as a vast improvement.

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Meowy Christmas to All! is a delightful book filled with amazing and notable photographs. The overall quality and effect of the book would be greatly enhanced had the photographs been taken and provided by the book's own personal photographer. Perhaps rather than crediting one particular source of photography, the author can request permission from each photographer and credit him or her for creative rights. Young readers will love celebrating the Christmas season with this charming book.

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This book is very cute and seasonal for the holidays. I can see gifting it to a niece or nephew as a Christmas gift.

My kids love the cat pictures. Although they were too young to appreciate the puns and cat-related jokes, like loving boxes, I found them funny since I'm a cat person through and through (my kids are only 3 years and 1 year old).

I definitely recommend this as a gift or a fun Christmas book to read to your kids!

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I loved this. Did not care what so ever that it was mostly pictures. It was so stinking adorable and fun for all.

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Meowy Christmas to All! by Lynette Ordonez is an adorable Christmas board book, perfect for snuggling with a little one on your lap and cats nearby, perhaps even on the night before the big event.
The photos of the cats and kittens in the book are endearing, especially how they are dolled up to celebrate. The accompanying words are simple enough for the younger children to enjoy, while the photos are sure to delight cat lovers of all ages. Don't be surprised if older children want to dress and light up the cats in the house for the holidays!
#MeowyChristmastoAll is sure to become a favourite book for families to read at Christmas. Thank you to #NetGalley for the ARC.

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This is so, so, so cute. It combines two of the best things ever: kittens and Christmas! And while it's recommended for younger readers, it would also be a fantastic gift for a cat lover.

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So cute! This is a really good holiday book for "younger" young readers, as I think that it will be enjoyable and it will help kickstart their learning of literature. I mention the educational value of this book because the author wove in numerous puns that young readers can notice, learn from, and find humor in. Additionally, sentences are short and easy-to-understand, which makes this book more accessible to readers, in a way. Lastly, I loved seeing the various Christmas cat pictures was a joy, and I have no doubt that little ones will absolutely adore each and every one. Bravo!

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Meowy Christmas to All! is an utterly delightful holiday board book that’s purr-fect for little readers and cat lovers alike. With playful rhymes and charming illustrations, Lynette Ordoñez delivers a cozy Christmas tale full of feline mischief and heartwarming cheer.

The story follows a group of adorable kitties as they frolic through festive scenes, knocking over ornaments, climbing Christmas trees, and eventually curling up for a long winter's nap. The rhyming text is bouncy and fun to read aloud, making it an instant hit during storytime, while the artwork is colorful, expressive, and full of detail that little ones will love to explore.

Whether you're building a holiday book basket or looking for a gift that brings a smile, Meowy Christmas to All! is a joyful addition to any toddler’s bookshelf. It captures the magic of the season through a whiskered lens—with just the right touch of silly and sweet.

Highly recommend for ages 0-4, especially if your household includes both small kids and curious cats!

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I read this with my 4 year old cat loving daughter and it was absolutely adorable! Those who love cats and Christmas will enjoy this book.

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Thank you to an e-copy of Meowy Christmas to All by Lynette Ordonez in exchange for a honest review.This is a purrfect Christmas preschool book about a bunch of cute cats in colorful settings.Perfect for cat lovers of all ages.

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This gorgeous and festive board book mixes areas of solid color and text, with beautiful high quality photos of kittens celebrating the holidays. This read is sure to be treasure by cat loving babies and adult readers alike. Great for familiarizing kids with the animal.

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This book is pretty much what you expect from a board book. It was cute, engaging, and had simple sentences. I loved the Christmas themed cat pictures.

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An incredibly cute little children’s Christmas book. Illustrated with gorgeous photographs of Christmas themed kittens. It was adorable and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it to my baby.

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This holiday-themed board book includes real pictures of adorable kittens situated among Christmas decorations. Each page has a short sentence, with an accompanying picture which makes the book easy to comprehend for toddlers and preschoolers, or anyone developing language skills. I recommend this book for day cares, preschools and libraries.

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