The Littlest Angel

By Charles Tazwell

A mischievous angel learns the true spirit of giving at Christ's birth.

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32 pages· 2,070 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

In a celestial city, a mischievous little angel can't seem to avoid trouble. But when the Christ child is born, everything changes. This angel embarks on a journey that reveals the timeless lesson of giving, capturing the true spirit of Christmas. Will this playful angel finally understand the meaning of selflessness and joy? Discover a heartwarming tale that has become a beloved Christmas classic, enchanting readers with its enduring message of generosity and love.

From the publisher

The classic Christmas story tells of an adorable little angel who just cannot stay out of trouble in the celestial city. When the Christ child is born, the mischievous angel learns the timeless lesson of giving, a lesson that has long endured as the true spirit of Christmas.

At a glance

Format: Paperback
Pages: 32
Words: 2,070
Reading age: 3–7
Audience: Picture
Lexile: ~951L

Themes & topics

Books about Christmas Books about holidays Books about Christmas and advent Books about angels

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Stories behind the story

How long did it take to write The Littlest Angel?

Tazewell wrote The Littlest Angel in only three days.

How many copies of The Littlest Angel have been sold?

The Littlest Angel is the fifteenth best-selling children's book of all time, with over 7 million copies sold.

When was The Littlest Angel first published?

The Littlest Angel was first published in 1946 by Coronet Magazine, followed by records and then a book. The Littlest Angel was first read on the radio by Helen Hayes during the Christmas season.

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