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12 elves visit Georgia however its more like 12 little elves get lost and have an adventure in Georgia. It was a cute read and a great addition to anyone's library.

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I didn't realize this was a whole series, but I enjoyed it very much! I can't wait for the Kentucky version.

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A tourist advert for the state of Georgia (not the country), where twelve elves go on holiday throughout the state (not the country), seeing what it has to offer, and just about squeezing in a mention of Christmas at the end. It might hit home with some people in the state, who certainly would have a greater chance of recognising the settings than the rest of us, but even then they would have to accept the artwork is not the best, the plot is virtually non-existent, and the whole elves/Christmas thing is a spurious hook for such a thing to hang on. I will always be biased to the country Georgia over the state Georgia, but that doesn't have anything to do with my thinking this was entirely mediocre. Three stars if you're in GA (not the country), two stars elsewhere.

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This book tries to work in the Night Before Christmas rhyming pattern. The book does rhyme, but some of them are harsh and it causes cadence loss. This book is it really is just for the people of Georgia. It’s almost like a book for tourism. Come see these places Christmas time or any other. The illustrations were the best part of the book, and it would be interesting to see them do different states.

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Growing up in Georgia, 12 Little Elves Visit Georgia brought back such sweet memories of my childhood. The elves visit iconic landmarks like Jekyll Island, the Okefenokee Swamp, and Anna Ruby Falls—places I remember exploring as a kid. I couldn’t help but smile when they stopped at the Coca-Cola museum and floated down the Chattahoochee River, both classic Georgia experiences.

Reading this book with the kids has been such a joy. It gives me the chance to share stories from my own adventures, and they love imagining the elves on their journey through the state. The beautiful illustrations capture the magic of the holiday season, and it’s become a special way to connect them with the Georgia I grew up in.

And of course, when the elves stop at our house, they can’t wait to jump into bed! This book is a perfect holiday tradition for Georgia families or anyone with a soft spot for the Peach State.

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A cute little Christmas book that takes you on a trip through Georgia. The elves go through Georgia to see who was sleeping. There were Christmas lights shinning. They see Ruby Falls. They see the state bird, brown thrasher. On to Centennial Olympic Park. They make a stop at the botanical gardens. They built sandcastles at Jekyll Island. They saw marine life at the Georgia Aquarium. They even ate some Georgia peaches. And watched out for alligators in the Okefenokee Swamp. They tried many different flavors at the World of Coke. Good Night and Merry Christmas

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This is a delightful story about elves embarking on an adventure in the state of Georgia! I truly enjoyed reading it and discovering the various places mentioned—I'm sure children, especially those from Georgia who have visited or live near these locations, will find it just as enjoyable.

A big thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to review this charming title!

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So cute! I am not from Georgia, but this would be such a fun holiday read for residents of that state! When will er get one for Washington 🤪

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12 Little Elves Visit Georgia is a fun holiday read and I enjoyed the illustrations. As someone who has lived in Georgia, I was able to easily recognize and appreciate the landmarks. This is a good book for Georgia natives or anyone wanting to know about iconic locations they can explore in the peach state.

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I thought that this was a really fun festive read!

The book was full of lovely illustrations, the layout is nice, bright clear and a lot of fun.

The story was easy to read for my daughter and easy to follow and she had a fair few giggles reading the book too - it is definitely one that we will be reading again towards Christmas and I can see it being a firm favourite too - especially with those children who live in or near Georgia too!

It is 4 stars from me for this one - highly recommended and a fun Christmas read!

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A cute, entertaining and whimsical little children's book about elves checking up on sleepy children while visiting the highlights of the state of Georgia. Funny-looking elves that seem very cheeky. It's adorable.

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"12 Little Evles Visit Georgia". was a fun read, but I did not love it as much as I had anticipated I would. The illustrations were okay, but felt there was an opportunity there for somethere there to make the story pop more off of the pages. I felt this title was for a very specific audience and did not really branch out to the wider audience.

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I'm sure all locals in Georgia will enjoy this! I have never been besides to a Braves game during an overnight layover, but the elves look like they had a good time!

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This was a very cute short Christmas picture book taking place in Georgia. As a Georgia native, I found this a fun read that would be great for kids during the Christmas season. Thank you NetGalley for this ARC.

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This is a delightful and engaging read for the holiday season. Readers follow along as cheerful elves visit the beautiful state of Georgia at Christmas time. The elves discover the beaches, peaches and more that this state has to offer. Children who live in Georgia or who have visited there, will enjoy seeing these beloved landmarks through the eyes of the entertaining elves. Vibrant and whimsical illustrations accompany this joyful tale. Highly recommend this fun and festive book!

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Simple, cheesy and yet meaningful for its local flavor. I thought some of the rhymes were a bit cheap (river/ever).

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My error here - I assumed Georgia would be a character, not a setting. The illustrations are charming and the rhythm of the rhyme makes it an easy book to read with a toddler-age child. However, I think the audience here is a bit niche, since I don’t think it resonates well outside of Georgia (the state).

3 stars

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'12 Little Elves Visit Georgia' is so, so lovely. It brings the holidays to Georgia in such a personal way that kids in that state are going to flip over, understandably. The illustrations are bright and gorgeous, soft and reassuring. In all climates and locations, the elves' magic is waiting for the kids to find it and they will devour this story.

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Super cute! It was fun to talk to Beckett about all of the places the elves were visiting especially because we have done atleast half of them so he felt like he was part of the fun! Not much “story” but entertaining nonetheless.

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I received an electronic ARC from Familius through NetGalley.
Readers will have a lot of fun traveling around Georgia with these elves. They share some of the recognizable locations around the state. The rhythmic text adds to the fun of visiting and learning. I appreciate that the elves each have their own personalities which come through clearly in the illustrations. A fun read for families who lie there or have connections there. This is part of the 12 Little Elves series of adventures in different states.

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