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The Christmas Baby tells the story of, well, a baby born on Christmas day! Duh!

The Christmas Baby is written by Marion Dane Bauer and illustrated by Richard Cowdrey, the same person who illustrated Bad Dog, Marley and A Very Marley Christmas, both by John Grogan.

The Christmas Baby celebrates the joy of a new baby being born into this world and the illustrations are simply superb. Just look at the cover, so cute! The illustrations alone will win the hearts of the children.

Here are some other information you might find useful:

Reading level: Ages 4-8
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing (October 6, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1416978852
ISBN-13: 978-1416978855
Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 10.2 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds

Product Description

When a baby was born in the manger, Mary and Joseph rejoiced. The angels sang, and kings journeyed to bring gifts. When you came into the world, there was a celebration too – because every new baby is a small miracle.

About the Author

Marion Dane Bauer is the author of many books for young readers, including the Newbery Honor book On My Honor and the New York Times bestseller My Mother Is Mine. Her other titles include A Mama for Owen, If You Were Born a Kitten, Grandmother’s Song, and the forthcoming Thank You for Me! Marion is on the faculty of the Vermont College MFA program in writing for children and young adults. She lives in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, and can be reached at mariondanebauer.com.

RICHARD COWDREY is the illustrator of Bad Dog, Marley and A Very Marley Christmas, both by John Grogan. He has also illustrated The Sandman by Ralph Fletcher. He lives in Gambier, Ohio.

Customer Review

I love reading this to my daughter. The pictures are wonderful, and do a great job portraying the story of jesus being born. And it also relates it to a baby being born in the image of God. I just Love it!! (by Mandy Molt)

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