Bob and 6 more Christmas Stories

by Sandra Boynton

The winsome tale of Bob opens this board book of seven Boynton Christmas stories. Using the delightful tabs, little children can choose the story they want to hear.

Stories Bob * Merry Christmas Party * The Star * A Big Box * Eight Wishes * Wake Up! * Christmas Lullaby
Guided by the colorful picture tabs, every perfectly silly selection is just right for snuggling by, all December long. And highly approved by Bob.

I have a tiny reindeer.
He says his name is Bob .
He like to entertain me.
He says it is his job.

Genres: Christmas, Childrens, Picture Books, Holiday, Humor, Fiction

18 pages, Board Book

First published October 1, 1999

About the author

Sandra Keith Boynton is an American humorist, songwriter, director, music producer, children's author, and illustrator. Boynton has written and illustrated over eighty-five books for children and seven general audience books, as well as over four thousand greeting cards, and seven music albums. She has also designed calendars, wallpaper, bedding, stationery, paper goods, clothing, jewelry, and plush toys for various companies.

Reviews

[Rod Brown · Rating 2 out of 5]

These Christmas rhymes are just okay. Not bad, but lacking the spark or energy of Boynton's usual output.

FOR REFERENCE:

Contents: Bob -- Merry Christmas Party -- The Star -- A Big Box -- Eight Wishes -- Wake Up! -- Christmas Lullaby

[Kaethe · Rating 5 out of 5]

2009 December 21

A perennial favorite. Who doesn't love that tiny reindeer?

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was one of my son's favorite books as a baby. I gave it to him on his first Christmas, and he proceeded to want it read to him every day for the rest of the year. We were both big Boynton fans in those early days, with the silliness of her stories, the bounciness of the rhymes, and the cuteness of the illustrations. Kodi's favorites were always Snuggle Puppy (read at bedtime for the first five years, never a day missed), and Bob the Reindeer.

This little board book (and one other Baby Einstein book that he had), has little picture tabs on the open edge, to open quickly to a particular story. The stories are very brief, to hold a baby or young toddler's attention. The illustrations use bright contrasting colors and rounded shapes, as well as animal characters with large features, to engage small people. There are a gazillion board books out there, but I recommend this one for purely personal reasons: it gave my little son years of delight.

* Re-read together on 12/26/18, just because I was nostalgic for the kiddo who used to fit in my lap on the rocking chair, and who now tops me by several inches. He has very nicely spent time this holiday re-reading old childhood favorites with me occasionally, while I have limited mobility after leg surgery.

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love Sandra Boynton.

[Good · Rating 5 out of 5]

A collection of one page stories—poems, really—in typical Boynton silly, genuine fun.

[Brian · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’m logging and reviewing this book because I have 17 minutes to meet my yearly reading goal 😅

Not Boynton’s best but still plenty to like. My niece and nephew thoroughly enjoyed my reading of it.

[Set · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good holiday board book for boys. It may rhyme but it doesn't have that Christmas charm.

[Addie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute. 2 year old liked it. We read it two times in a row.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was DS's first book from Nana. Since he was known as the "Bob" before he was born, it was very appropriate. The rhymes are very cute, funny and varied. The little song on the last page is nice, if not exactly a great tune. I change it up to be more natural to sing. Personally my favorite is "I Need a Box" (to put the hippo in the little dog wants to gift me with), but I think the song or "Wake Up!" are DS's favorites.

[Gwendolynpatrick · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was...weird. This is an assortment of "Christmas" stories for bedtime. Though it is a board book, it's a little old for kids who are reading board books. It is also really bizarre. If you are a BIG fan of Sandra Boynton check it out, otherwise pass on this one.

[Garrett · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was just telling my wife that we should get rid of this book, but then we started reading Christmas stories as a family and this was the very first one that they wanted and that they could all agree on (ages 6-13).

[Jennifer Ware · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is absolutely my kids favorite Christmas book ever! They are now in their teens and the book is now packed with the Christmas decorations. It gets read to every little kid that visits us during the holidays! The art work is fabulous, too.

[Olivia · Rating 1 out of 5]

I would recommend this book if you are a fan of this artist or want to trick your kids into thinking you are going to read a lot of stories. The title is a misnomer because I don't think that rhymes that last two pages should really count as whole stories.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

What's not to love about Bob?

[Barb in Maryland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great set of Xmas theme rhymes, with that great Boynton touch.

[Skylar Burris · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not bad as far as many modern children's books go, but not up to par for Boynton.

[Dana Vance-Markiewicz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gone through two kids with this book. I know it by heart. But my christmas is not complete without BOB.

[Nancy Jo Lambert · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great holiday book to share with babies and young children. Love Christmas!

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. So many ways to celebrate Christmas. Songs, stories and poems. We've read it all year long.

[A Hoppy Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 stars
Fun Christmas mini stories.

[Heidi-Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

More humor. More fun. More calories to burn from laughter.

[Little Champs]

H 58

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This has been a family favorite for many years. The rhymes are sweet and clever and the illustrations are adorable. The humor continues to make kids laugh even as they get older.