Christmas is an important Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus. Readers will learn that people celebrate it by going to Mass, decorating a Christmas tree, giving gifts, and spending time with family and friends. Complete with simple text and colorful photographs. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Retells the Christmas story in a contemporary setting, beginning with creation and closing with Christ's resurrection.

The letters of the alphabet are represented by words, set in short rhymes, relating to Christmas, with accompanying scripture and commentary.

Step into the shoes of Mary, Joseph, the Innkeeper, Elizabeth, the Shepherds, and more as we poetically recount the wonder of the birth of Jesus through the eyes of those who were witness.

A Night of Great Joy recalls that fateful night with wonder and awe. From the arrival of Mary and Joseph in Bethlehem to the gathering of many before the baby Jesus, this holiday treasure leads children through the tale of the birth of Jesus, guiding them with the star of Bethlehem.

A family discusses the origins of the Christmas tree as it decorates its own.

"Christmas is about celebrating! It is a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus. Some people mark the holiday with Christmas trees and other decorations. People gather with family and friends to eat meals and give gifts. Readers will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways"--

Retells the story of Mary and Joseph's trip into Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus in a manger.