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Binding: Hardcover EAN: 9780310712121 ISBN: 0310712122 Label: Zonderkidz Manufacturer: Zonderkidz Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 40 Publication Date: 2008-10-01 Publisher: Zonderkidz Reading Level: Ages 4-8 Studio: Zonderkidz
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Editorial Reviews: This picture book from Karen Kingsbury reminds readers to reflect on the meaning of Christmas with a heartwarming and touching message.
Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: An instant family Christmas classic Comment: We Believe in Christmas by Karen Kingsbury and illustrated by Daniel Brown is the perfect book for the holidays. Here's Mia's review: I liked how much this book talked about God in Christmas. My favorite page was the cover with the little girl as Jesus' mommy. This is one of my favorite books in the whole world, because it's the Christmassiest. Now my review. I really enjoyed reading this book to Mia, partly because of the absolutely beautiful pictures on every page and also because of so many of the different traditions associated with Christmas the artist captures and are worked into the story as a way to remember the true meaning of Christmas. The book emphasizes the real meaning of Christmas without being preachy. It says that it's ok to sit on Santa's lap, say Happy Holidays, and other secular traditions, as long as we keep hold to Christ at the heart of Christmas. I think that Mia was able to grasp the message without feeling like she was being taught a lesson. The family at the center of the book is wonderfully drawn, and their faces are so full of expression. Each pagei s truly a work of art. We've read this book several times, and immediately after the first time, Mia wanted to read it again. Another reason she enjoyed it was the repetition of the concluding phrase on every page (except the last one), she loved being able finish it herself. Kingsbury has created an instant classic. Customer Rating: Summary: Share the true meaning of Christmas with your children this holiday season! Comment: Thanksgiving is over and the Christmas season is finally upon us. The hustle and bustle of decorations, gift buying, and parties is enough to tire out the most ardent Christmas enthusiast. As we're in the midst of all the busyness, it is far too easy to forget why we celebrate Christmas in the first place. Is it a happy holiday or a Holy Day? That's precisely the question Karen Kingsbury sets out to answer in this book. As you read We Believe in Christmas, you will have the opportunity to observe a family as they get ready for, drive to, and then participate in the Christmas pageant at their church. You'll get a sense of the hurriedness throughout much of the story as you look at the expressions on everyone's faces. As the scenery changes on each new page, you'll encounter many of the sights and symbols we typically associate with Christmas: Christmas trees, carolers, nativity scenes, lights, etc. In most stories the background scenery is just that, background scenery. However, in this story, it is a key part of the message. During the Christmas season, we're able to encounter Jesus Christ in the things that are all around us, the tangible things we can see and hear. As you read the story and look at the illustrations you'll have a great opportunity to share the true meaning behind the sights and symbols of the Christmas season with your children. Also, as you're out and about and you encounter the sights, symbols, and sounds of Christmas in the real world, don't let those opportunities pass you by. Slow down and take a few minutes to share the true meaning of Christmas with your children. Adults and children alike will be captivated by Daniel Brown's wonderful illustrations. I especially liked looking at the scenery outside the windows of the minivan as the family drove to church. Karen Kingsbury's writing is a joy to read as well. The short poetic verses on each new page give a rhythm and cadence to the story that moves it along at a great pace and makes it fun to read. This is yet another fine Christmas book published by Zonderkidz this year. I'd encourage you to share this book with your children and more importantly the true meaning of Christmas behind the sights, symbols, and sounds you will encounter this Christmas season. Karen Kingsbury has been writing since she was five years old. She is one of the best-selling inspirational authors in America with over 5 million books in print. Daniel Brown got his start tracing sports stars from newspapers as a child. Thirty years later, he has had the opportunity to paint major leaguers and has had his work featured in many books and magazines. Customer Rating: Summary: The true meaning of Christmas! Comment: Reviewed by Cayden (age 4) and Max (age 2) Aures and Mom for Reader Views (10/08) "We Believe in Christmas" takes a look back and encourages us to remember the true meaning of Christmas and the events that take place during the season. For example, "Now when we welcome traveling guests, no matter whom we greet, remember those three traveling guests, and there will Christmas be." Cayden: "There is Baby Jesus on the cover in the manger." Cayden: "They are dressed up different. I bet they are going to be in a play." Max: "Star in sky! Make wish!" Cayden: "What is `wondrous awe'? Cayden: "They are singing `Silent Night.' I think I know that song!" Max: "People singing on road!" Cayden: "There is a person ringing a bell with a red money bucket like they do outside Pick `n Save! I get to put the money in the bucket!" Cayden: "See! They are in a play! " Cayden: "I liked the pictures in the book but there were a lot of words that I didn't know what they meant. I could tell what was going on by looking at the pictures though." Cayden: "We need to make sure that we put money in the red bucket when they have them out!" (Salvation Army) Parent's comments: "We Believe in Christmas" by Karen Kingsbury conveys many important messages about the real meaning of the Christmas season. I think that Cayden, at age 4, grasped some of the main points but many of the concepts and wording were a little difficult for him to comprehend. The back of the book says that the book is for Ages 4-7 and I think that children at the latter end of that age group would get the most out of the book. With that said, this book is a wonderful one in presenting to children the true meaning of Christmas and I think it would be an excellent addition to any child's bookshelf! Customer Rating: Summary: A Beautiful Book Inside & Out! Comment: Each year as Christmas approaches we all get caught up in lights, presents, and cookie making, but do we really know the true meaning of this Holy day? In this tender work by author,Karen Kingsbury, we are shown the true meaning of Christmas. Speaking of the song, "Silent Night," and imaging the stillness and awe that was present at the time of the Savior's birth is shared. The excitement of receiving that special gift is brought into perspective with reminder of the greatest gift, Jesus. The placing of the star on our trees is replaced with the awesome image of the star that shone on that special night. This is a wonderful book that helps bring to light the true meaning of the greatest gift to mankind. Subtle, yet dramatic, with illustrations that bring you into the season, this book is sure to enhance your families understanding of the true heart and pulse of Christmas. Very well done. More Reviews