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Roc and Roe's Twelve Days of Christmas
Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey's twins, Roc and Roe, decorate their Christmas tree with their "pip" version of "The Twelve Days of Christmas." Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey's twins, Roc and Roe, decorate their Christmas tree with their "pip" version of "The Twelve Days of Christmas."From an angel with sparkly, shiny wings to four skiing snowmen to twelve chugging choo-choos, Roc and Roe have a frolicking time getting ready for the holidays.
32 pages, Hardcover
First published October 21, 2014
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Nick Cannon
13 books17 followersNick Cannon is a successful, multi-faceted entertainer: comedian, TV executive producer and host, film star/director, entrepreneur, philanthropist and children’s book author. He was cited by People Magazine as one of the “Top 10 Most Successful Young People in Hollywood.” He was the host of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” from 2009 through 2016. Through his highly successful multi-media company NCredible Entertainment, Cannon produces TV and film projects, including Nickelodeon’s Make It Pop (which recently got re-newed for a 2nd season), HALO Awards, and TeenNick Top 10, React To That. On the film side, Cannon made his first appearance on the big screen alongside Will Smith in Men in Black II. Other television credits include the classic feature film Drumline. He also starred as one of the lead character roles in Spike Lee’s controversial movie Chi’Raq. Noted by the New York Times as “one of the most recognizable personalities in teen media,” Cannon also actively serves as the CEO of the teen magazine Celebrity High, as well as Chairman of TeenNick, Nickelodeon’s television network aimed at the teen audience.
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April 18, 2017
Between this book and Bethenny Frankel's Cookie Meets Peanut, I am utterly baffled. Are people so desperate to read about the offspring of Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey that they want a picture book about their kids? I am sorry, this is some Dionne Quintuplets shit.
Anyway, looking at it from outside the question of celebrities exploiting their young children--far too young to have any kind of say in how they're being used--for cash: The illustrations are reasonably cute, if not amazing, and it's nice that both the children and the angel on the Christmas tree are people of colour. Roc and Roe's antics are often divided along stereotypical gender lines, marked by the toys they play with and the colours they wear, within the pictures. The text is just a slangy, inane rewriting of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" that's going to sounds dated as hell in a few years.
Unless you're a diehard fan of these kids' parents, it's difficult for me to imagine wanting to own this ephemeral bit of celebrity detritus. And even if you are that into them, I think the fact that this book features a depiction of real children who had no control over their inclusion in the project should be reason to pause before purchasing it.
Anyway, looking at it from outside the question of celebrities exploiting their young children--far too young to have any kind of say in how they're being used--for cash: The illustrations are reasonably cute, if not amazing, and it's nice that both the children and the angel on the Christmas tree are people of colour. Roc and Roe's antics are often divided along stereotypical gender lines, marked by the toys they play with and the colours they wear, within the pictures. The text is just a slangy, inane rewriting of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" that's going to sounds dated as hell in a few years.
Unless you're a diehard fan of these kids' parents, it's difficult for me to imagine wanting to own this ephemeral bit of celebrity detritus. And even if you are that into them, I think the fact that this book features a depiction of real children who had no control over their inclusion in the project should be reason to pause before purchasing it.
November 23, 2021
Wow. This is a book that has been lurking on my son's bookshelf, probably for years. I had no idea it even existed! For having been "co-written" by the famous vocalist, the lyrics really do not scan very well. Still, it's a sweet attempt at reimagining the carol, and the twins are pretty cute. Also it is really funny to me to imagine Nick and Mariah collaborating.
November 2, 2014
Won this book from goodreads. I was surprised to see that the author was Nick Cannon. It had the most amazing cover and illustrations by AG Ford. The children were exact replicas of Nick's children. I would love to have heard this story as a song could imagine a funky tune. I really enjoy Christmas. This was such a wonderful books for children.
January 20, 2018
As a huge Mariah Carey fan, I just ‘had’ to have this book! I really enjoyed this book, and loved the twist on the classic carol, “The 12 Days of Christmas”. It made me think how cute it would be to do this type of decorating idea with my own child(ren) later on. I think it’s a great children’s Christmas book.
PS - I assure you I’m not just biased because it’s Mariah Carey related lol, as I have her children’s book, All I Want For Christmas is You, only a 3 star rating.
PS - I assure you I’m not just biased because it’s Mariah Carey related lol, as I have her children’s book, All I Want For Christmas is You, only a 3 star rating.
February 9, 2020
I have no idea how this book got into my house, but whatever. It’s a rewrite of The Twelve Days of Christmas, and it has potential, but the rhythm doesn’t flow and there’s nothing really noteworthy about the book. I have no idea what a “pip” photo is, either.
January 8, 2022
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all the bad and turn your life 🎈around. Man, God it good! and he is 🎈
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all the bad and turn your life 🎈around. Man, God it good! and he is 🎈
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December 27, 2018
My son loved the bright colored pictures. There's not much to say about it because it's just the 12 days of Christmas song written in a book with different items for each day.
March 14, 2020
The best lyric is "Twelve drummers drumming!!"
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 31, 2020
Cute little christmas book based on Nick and Mariah's twins. Set to the format of twelve days of xmus
December 27, 2021
This was an okay take on the classic song.
January 1, 2017
Roc and Roe's Twelve Days of Christmas is a delightful book written by Nick Cannon whom many may recognize from his hosting of "America's Got Talent" and Nickelodeon shows. His picture with his former wife Mariah Carey and twin children, Morroccan and Monroe (Roc and Roe) greet the readers as soon as soon as they open the book. Roc and Roe provide their own version of the "12 Days of Christmas" while placing various items such as "twelve chugging choo-choos, eleven teddy bears, . . . five golden bells, four skiing snowmen," etc. on their Christmas tree.
After the initial family picture, the art work by AG Ford will attract children's eyes. Children and their parents will enjoy looking at the items added to the tree and I can imagine children counting each item to see if the number matches what is written. This colorful book has an easy to read font and will probably be reread many times.
I received this book in a Goodreads Giveaway and this is my honest review.
After the initial family picture, the art work by AG Ford will attract children's eyes. Children and their parents will enjoy looking at the items added to the tree and I can imagine children counting each item to see if the number matches what is written. This colorful book has an easy to read font and will probably be reread many times.
I received this book in a Goodreads Giveaway and this is my honest review.
December 11, 2014
What we have here is another rendering of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" by Nick Cannon who happens to be Roc and Roe's dad and Mariah Carey's husband. The illustrations by AG Ford are cute and colorful, and the page spreads are really nice. I even like the font and text placement, but the actual verse doesn't flow very well at all. If you are going to do a knock-off of a beloved Christmas poem, please have the courtesy to make sure that your meter is on. The very first line for example: On the first day of Christmas, Roc and Roe put on their Christmas tree an angel with sparkly, shiny wings. I would think someone in the music industry would be savvy to this concept. Although I didn't "hate" the book, it wouldn't make it on the list of books I have to have for my library. Kids may love because it is a Christmas book with good illustrations.
December 4, 2014
The children featured in this picture book, Roc and Roe, the offspring of Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon, are adorable as they trim the family Christmas tree. AS in the case with the classic "Twelve Days of Christmas," they add different things each day, starting with an angel and ending with twelve trains. By the time they finish trimming that tree, it's loaded with all sorts of decorations. There's not a lot new here other than listing various objects for the tree, making me wish there had been a sort of rock 'n' roll vibe to the lines or something like that. The facial expressions of the children and their little dogs are simply adorable. I'm sure this one will be treasured by their family members.
February 12, 2015
my three year old loves this book! it is modern retelling of the twelve days of christmas, it wasn't extremely creative but my son can't get enough. I will say that I appreciate/value that there are "ethnic" children in this Christmas book. it can be difficult to find quality children's stories that are multicultural. I grew up during a time where I don't really recall very many faces in books that looked like mine. I seek these things out for my son. the illustrations in this book are cute and I hope to see more stories that incorporate children from different ethnic backgrounds.
I honestly don't care that Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's kids are the characters in the book. it wasn't a focal point in the story.
I honestly don't care that Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's kids are the characters in the book. it wasn't a focal point in the story.
October 28, 2014
At first glance I was highly disappointed as there was nothing new about this book. A boring rendition of the Twelve Days of Christmas there were the usual two singing santas, etc.
Then I stared looking at the cute and wonderful illustrations by AG Ford. The illustrations are the reason I gave the book three stars. They made the book somewhat enjoyable and more lively.
I was given this book by Scholastic in exchange for my honest review. Just wish it could have been better.
Then I stared looking at the cute and wonderful illustrations by AG Ford. The illustrations are the reason I gave the book three stars. They made the book somewhat enjoyable and more lively.
I was given this book by Scholastic in exchange for my honest review. Just wish it could have been better.
November 3, 2014
I received this book from GoodReads First Reads.
I was terribly disappointed with this book. It is simply the 12 days of Christmas with 12 different gifts. There is no additional wording, no story, no originality. I will say the illustrations are colorful and well done.
This book would only be recommended for a parents read to very small children, possibly ages 1-4 yrs. The type is not well suited for an early reader.
I was terribly disappointed with this book. It is simply the 12 days of Christmas with 12 different gifts. There is no additional wording, no story, no originality. I will say the illustrations are colorful and well done.
This book would only be recommended for a parents read to very small children, possibly ages 1-4 yrs. The type is not well suited for an early reader.
March 17, 2015
Using the pattern of the traditional song, this book substitutes more contemporary seasonal symbols to add to the Christmas tree. Fresh colored line drawing artwork adds to the fun, however the book is a difficult read aloud. Items listed are often awkward to read or sing as the number of syllables doesn’t match with the familiar song. Not recommended for purchase. This book was provided by the publisher for professional review to SWON libraries.
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November 10, 2014I won this book in a Goodreads giveaway. I entered for my daughter basically. She is 3, and squeeled with delight when I showed her the new book. Christmas is so magical for her, and this book just adds to it. She loves picking out the new items on the tree, great for helping her learn to count. Thank you so much for the book :) A great addition to our Christmas selection!!
April 23, 2015
Fun new version of an old classic, but I was a bit disappointed. I thought there would be more rhythmic with an author like Nick Cannon, talented song writer. It's great that it has children of color, as it should. AG Ford does an excellent job of making everything bright and colorful, fun Christmas tree!
October 29, 2016
This book's text favors the classic "12 Days of Christmas" but Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey has written the lines as their twin daughter and son Moroccan and Monroe "Roc and Roe" decorated their Christmas tree. The illustrations alone make this a special book. A child that can't read would enjoy just sitting looking through this book.
October 31, 2014
This unique Christmas book has very beautiful illustrations. The story is clever and imaginative. Children will enjoy looking at all the cute toys in the pictures. The main characters are fun to read about.
I received this book complimentary of Goodreads and I'm glad I did!
I received this book complimentary of Goodreads and I'm glad I did!
November 2, 2014
When I read this book, I instantly fell in love with the illustrations. This book is a retelling of the twelve days of Christmas. It is super cute and I was excited to win it off Goodreads! You won't be disappointed by the beautiful pictures or Christmas cheer it brings.
December 11, 2014
As celebrity books go, this one's pretty innocuous. it's a fun twist on Twelve Days of Christmas albeit with a few awkward rhyme spots. The illustrations are energetic. Not an amazing addition to the Christmas collection but not bad.
February 26, 2015
This book is the modern take on 12 days of Christmas. The illustrator did an amazing job at portraying Nick Cannons kids Roc and Roe. Cannon state in the front matter that his kids helped put this book together which makes it even more special.
November 3, 2015
Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey's twins, Roc and Roe, decorate their Christmas tree with their 'pip' version of 'The Twelve Days of Christmas'. The book is a different spin on the classic story. A I cute story with great colorful pictures.
October 25, 2014
A cute little retelling of The Twelve Days of Christmas. I'm looking forward to sharing it with my nieces.
October 23, 2014
A fun Children's book features Roc and Roe putting ornaments on their Christmas Tree. The story ties into the twelve day of Christmas.
October 8, 2015
This was a fun little book to sing to my kids.
December 31, 2015
Terrible unoriginal story but I love the idea of MC and NC doing this.
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