In this rendition, the illustrator, Lesley Harker, has given the poem a new slant with a nativity context. A modern boy and girl look at the holographic star from their bed and follow it outside until finally they come to Bethlehem. Along the way, they meet sheep, shepherds, stargazers, and the wise men who help them on their journey. The littlest one delivers a star to Christ in the manger.

      The fresh and appealing illustrations are done with pen line drawings coloured with a soft watercolour look. These whimsical illustrations are reminiscent of the humour found in Follow That Star by Ken Oppel and illustrated by Kim LaFave (Kids Can, 1994). Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy the details found in the pictures, and the large format makes this a lovely book to share at Sunday School. Although not an essential purchase for libraries, this picture book will be well used in libraries where there is a demand for inspirational and Bible materials.

Recommended.