The Christmas Blessing
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2021 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

The Christmas Blessing

By Erin Guendelsberger, Gail Yerrill (Illustrator)

Animals unite to prepare a manger for a special arrival on a divine night in Bethlehem.

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40 pages· 646 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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In a Bethlehem stable, animals must set aside differences to prepare for a miraculous arrival. As a voice calls them to action, can they unite in time to welcome the Savior? This enchanting nativity tale, filled with rhymes and vibrant illustrations, explores themes of acceptance and harmony. Join the animals on a journey of love, peace, and family, creating a new holiday tradition that celebrates the true spirit of Christmas. Will they succeed in their mission and discover the blessings of grace and unity?

From the publisher

Share the true meaning of the season with a heartwarming, original telling of the very first Christmas in this picture book for kids!On this divine night in Bethlehem, as the stars are brightly shining, a voice calls down to a group of animals gathered in a stable. It is time to prepare for a special arrival, the Savior who will gift the world with love and grace. Will the different animals be able to set aside all of their differences, come together, and work in harmony to have the manger ready in time? In this one-of-a-kind nativity story about acceptance of others and kindness to our neighbors, the animals discover the love, peace, and family that bring us all together–a delightful read aloud for a new holiday tradition year after year!Filled with charming rhymes and beautiful illustrations, this inspirational Christmas picture book for kids offers a fresh retelling of one of the most well-known biblical stories, the perfect holiday stocking stuffer and Christian gift for kids ages 4-7. PLUS rejoice in the magic of Christmas with a special blessing inside to share with loved ones!Let’s set aside our differences–there’s so much we all share–And celebrate the blessings of God’s grace and love and care!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
646
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD570L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about ChristmasBooks about loveBooks about familyBooks about parents
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.7
F&P level
~O
Publication
Published
October 5, 2021
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781728240497

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