THAT SPECIAL STARRY NIGHT

Snowpeople love the Nativity story, too—at least in this fresh-looking picture book. As a human family puts the finishing touches on their Christmas tree, Dad begins telling his sons about his "favorite starry night," that of Jesus' birth.Throughout, side-by-side scenes on each page depict a snug storytelling session indoors as snowmen (and snow angels, snow sheep, etc.) simultaneously perform a Christmas pageant outside the window. Chipper patchwork page borders add to the appeal. Ages 4-7. (Aug.)