Story of Christmas »

Vivian French has written dozens of acclaimed books for children, including Polly’s Pink Pajamas; Yucky Worms; Growing Frogs; T. Rex; Caterpillar, Caterpillar; A Present for Mom; and I Love You, Grandpa. She is also the author of the Tales from the Five Kingdoms series. She lives in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Jane Chapman has illustrated many books for children, including Tigress by Nick Dowsen, One Tiny Turtle by Nicola Davies, The Emperor’s Egg by Martin Jenkins, and One Duck Stuck by Phyllis Root. She lives in Dorset, England.

With bright illustrations and an engaging narrative, this gentle story captures all the wonder and excitement of the first Christmas day.

The story of Jesus’ birth is among the best-known and best-loved stories in the world. Vivian French offers a simple retelling that follows Mary and Joseph as they journey to Bethlehem and celebrate the birth of Jesus with the shepherds and wise men. Complemented by Jane Chapman’s vivid and joyful illustrations, here is a Christmas story that is sure to appeal to the youngest of children.

Publishers Weekly

Also new to board book, the 1998 The Story of Christmas by Vivian French, illus. by Jane Chapman, provides a peppy prose version of the Nativity, with bright, child-friendly art. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.