Birth Of Jesus

This book includes all the best-loved aspects of the famous story, from
the appearance of the Angel Gabriel before the virgin Mary, to the arrival
of the shepherds and wise men at the stable. It retells key moments from
the first Christmas, such as the journey to Bethlehem, Jesus sleeping in a
manger, and the gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. This special padded
boardbook is ideal for babies and toddlers to hold, look at, and talk
about. Bright, appealing illustrations and simple rhyming text make this
the perfect introduction to the Nativity. When a glowing angel informs Mary
that she is going to have a son, the woman frets, because she is not yet
married to her fiance Joseph. The angel tells her not to worry, because the
baby will be a holy child - the Son of God. However, when the Roman emperor
orders a count of all his subjects, Joseph and the pregnant Mary are forced
to travel from their home in Nazareth to the little town of Bethlehem...The
words and pictures in this sturdy little boardbook have been carefully
chosen to help little ones share and treasure the Christmas message.