On Christmas Day

Written by Margaret Wise Brown · Illustrated by Phyllis Harris

Experience the warmth of the first Christmas night at the manger.

3.7 Goodreads · 18 ratings

20 pages· ~420L

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Bookroo's summary

Journey to Bethlehem in this enchanting Christmas tale where animals and children gather at the manger. With lilting verses and cozy illustrations, discover the magic and meaning of the first Christmas night. Will you join the gentle invitation to marvel at this timeless story?

From the publisher

Goodnight Moon author, Margaret Wise Brown, gently invites all of creation to the manger in this beautiful Christmas board book. All is warm and bright in this peaceful look at the first Christmas night. In lilting verse, Margaret Wise Brown welcomes animals and children to the manger where baby Jesus lies. Children will want to snuggle in close as they hear the gentle invitation: “O come all ye children/ O come one and all/ O come to the stable in Bethlehem’s stall.” In soft, cozy hues, watercolor illustrations depict the newborn King surrounded by his adoring guests. This simple Christmas board book encourages families to slow down and marvel at the meaning of Christmas.

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