The Annual of Christmas Literature and Art volumes (10) entitled Christmas offer an interesting collection of articles, stories, poetry, music and art focusing on the Christmas gospel. 263 Ch
The three beautiful volumes of the Life Book of Christmas are:
1) The Glory of Christ;
2) The Pageantry of Christmas;
3) The Merriment of Christmas. 263.91 Li
101 Things To Do For Christmas, by Debbie Trafton O'Neal, is a fun-filled book with exciting projects ranging from "Edible Boxes" and "Lace Chain Garlands" to "Jingle Bell Socks" and a "Paper Tube Nativity." All projects are shown in clearly illustrated, step-by-step stages. 745.594 On
The Messiah Book, by Peter Jacobi, is the story of G. F. Handel's life, his best-loved work, and a selected score of Messiah. Did you know that Handel took only twenty-four days to complete the entire oratorio? 783.3 Ja
Silent Night: The Story of a Song, by Hertha Pauli, tells the story of how Silent Night came to be written and of what happened to it since. J 783.6 Pa
Jean Richardson's Stephen's Feast is an imaginative interpretation of the classic Christmas carol glowing with the warmth and true spirit of the season. J Fic Ri
Christmas A B C Book, by Janice Kramer, is written with an interesting approach to the Christmas story. J Kr
Ice Bird: A Christmas Legend, by Pauline Innis, is a gentle tale of unselfish devotion giving new meaning to the spirit of Christmas. J In
Christmas On The Street: The Secret of the Second Basement, by Carol Greene. True Christmas spirit is revealed to children through the beauty of this story and the relationships of its characters. Nanny Feather and her kitten, Gabriel, experience the joy of giving while learning the true story and the real meaning of Christmas. J F Gr
The Story of the Christmas Star, by Robert W. Scott, tells how a little star called Sparkle was selected to shine for the Christ child born in a manager. J Fic Sc
Danny’s Orange Christmas Camel, by Edith Eckblad, tell the story of Danny, who was one of the Wise Men in his Christmas pageant, came to church in a snow plow. J Fic Eck
The Nativity, by Norah Smaridge. J Fic Sm
José's Christmas Secret, by Joan M. Lexau. To young José the cold in the streets and in the hearts of the people in New York seems almost impenetrable. But he discovers that even the most bitter cold can be warmed through love and courage. J Fic Le
The Wood Carver, by Grace Noll Crowell, is a story of how faith in God supports Paul the wood carver and his lame son. J Fic Cr
The Christmas Gifts That Didn't Need Wrapping, by Dandi Daley Mackall, tells us about a brother and sister team whose lively adventures will entertain children while they learn some important things about growing up. J Fic Ma
A Different Kind of Christmas, by Alex Haley, is an intense drama of a white Southerner and a black slave who work toward a mutual goal. Fic Ha
The Grumpy Shepherd, by Paddie Devon. Even when an angel brought great news of the birth of the King, the grumpy shepherd could not believe it was true. But when he went to the stable, something amazing happened to him. J Fic DE
O Children of the Wind and Pines, by Laura Nelson Baker, is the story of a little motherless girl of the Huron Indian tribe who yearned for beauty and love, and through the patient, courageous missionary, she finds them at Christmas time. J Fic Ba
Anita McFadzean’s One Special Star is a lovely introduction to the Nativity story. It is an unusual counting book that counts down from 10 distant stars that twinkle on a winter’s night to one precious baby born beneath the midnight sky. J Fic Mc
Waiting for Christmas: Stories and Activities for Advent, by Carol Greene. 263.91 Gr
Christmas is Coming, by Marilyn F. Ingalls, tells how Jenny and her family prepare for Christmas. J Fic In
Little Golden Books:
1) The Curious Little Kitten’s First Christmas, by Linda Hayward. J Fic Ha
2) Hymns, collected by Elsa Jane Werner. J783.6 Li
3) The Christmas Donkey, by T. William Taylor, is the story of Madrikh, a donkey, whose travels include carrying Mary on the trip to Bethlehem with Joseph. J Fic Ta
4) The Christmas Story told by Jane Werner. J Fic We
5) The Animals’ Christmas Eve, by Gale Wiersum. J Fic Wi
The Friendly Beasts: An Old English Christmas Carol, is illustrated by Tomie dePaola. J 783.6 De
The Shepherd Boy and the Dancing Dog, by Mary Lou Mortimer, is the story of a 10-year old living in the hills near Bethlehem who finds a basket with a special gift in it. J Fic Mo
Animals at the Manger, by Rudolph O. Wiemer. In this translation from German that includes pictures from woodcuts, animals tell their own story. J Fic Wi
The Christmas Book, by Gerry Bream, is a retelling of the birth of Jesus for children in elementary and pre-school. J Fic Br
The Story of Silent Night, by John Travers Moore, tells about the inspiration for the hymn Silent Night. J Fic Mo
The Legend of the Christmas Rose is taken from the book The Girl From Marshcroft. J Fic Le
Story of the Christmas Rose, retold by I.M. Richardson. J 398.2 Ri
The text for The Christmas Pageant is from the stories of Matthew and Luke. Illustrated by Tomie dePaola, it is for ages 5-9. J Fic De
Baby Jesus Prince of Peace, by Carol Greene, is from the PassAlong Series of Arch Books
(ages 4-8). J Fic Gr
The Little Drummer Boy, by Ezra Jack Keats. J Fic Ke
Jacob and the Star, by Mary Matthews, is a retelling of the events from the life of Jesus as seen through the eyes of young Jacob who lives in the same village. J Fic Ma
The Story of the Other Wise Man, by Henry van Dyke, tells of the adventure-filled travels of Artaban which have come to represent every person’s journey to find the Messiah. 813 Va
Three Wise Women of the East: A Story of the Three Wise Men’s Wives, by Marel Brown
Fic Br
The Christmas Box, by Richard Paul Evans. A widow and the young family who moves in with her discover the first gift of Christmas. 813.54 Ev
Christmas in My Heart, by Joe L. Wheeler, is a treasury of old fashioned Christmas stories.
813.01 Wh
When Jesus Came, by Eleanor Zimmerman. J Fic Zi
Baboushka and the Three Kings, by Ruth Robbins, is a Russian folk-tale of three kings who ask for help to go to find the baby Jesus. Included is the story in verse with music composed especially for this book. J Fic Ro
From Bedlam to Bethlehem: Finding Christmas in Chaos, by J. William Harris, contains meditations for the Advent season 242.33 HA
The Advent Instructor: Reflections On Christmas Symbolism, by Kenneth A. Mortonson. The author discusses 28 separate items of symbolism. 263.91 Mo
Before and After Christmas, by Debbie Trafton O’Neal, offers activities and ideas for Advent and Epiphany. 249 On
The following are from the Arch Books series:
1) The Little Mouse’s Wonderful Journey, by Frances C. Allan. Timmy, a mouse, accompanies Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem. J Al
2) Mary’s Story, by M. M. Brem. J Br
3) Little Benjamin and the First Christmas, by Betty Forell. J Fo
4) The Innkeeper’s Daughter, by Carol Greene, is the story of Abigail who finds someone who loves her always. J Gr
5) The Secret of the Star: The Story of the Wise Men, by Dave Hill. J Hi
6) Donkey Daniel in Bethlehem, by Janice Kramer. A make-believe donkey and his trip to Nazareth sees the baby Jesus. J Kr
7) The Baby Born in a Stable, by Janice Kramer. J Kr
8) The Night The Angels Sang, by Allan Ross. A shepherd boy named Josiah and his father visit Bethlehem to find Jesus. J Ro
Pop-up books:
1) The Very First Christmas: The Story of the Nativity Adapted From the Scriptures, by Barbara Burrow; J 263 Bu
2) A Child is Born, by Gary Moore. J Fic Mo
3) The Brightest Star, by Joann Scheck. J Fic Sc
The First Christmas, a board book illustrated by Mike and Ann Ricketts. (1-3 years) JB Ri
Three excellent animated VIDEOS are
1) The Little Troll Prince: A Christmas Parable. This story is about the once-frozen heart of the Little Troll Prince that melts into joy upon receiving the greatest Christmas gift of all--God's Love; VTR J 004
2) Nanny and Isaiah Welcome The Stranger is an inspirational story that portrays how all are welcome at the manger; VTR 022
3) Superbook transports Chris, Joy and their toy robot, Gizmo, back across the centuries, and places them in the middle of actual Bible happenings. Episodes include "The First Christmas" and "Miracles of Love." VTR J 001