Books with title The Baby in the Manger

That Baby in the Manger is a children’s Christmas picture book with a needed message about inclusion and acceptance of cultural differences. As the children of a small church struggle with the portrayal of the Holy Family in the Nativity scene as European—not Middle Eastern and not necessarily like them—they learn more about Jesus’s love for all children.

This heartwarming tale of the determination of the stable's tiniest inhabitant to give a gift to the newborn Christ child reminds us that the greatest gift of all is not easily bought, but can be easily given. It's a message we all need to be reminded of from time to time, and especially during the frenzy of Christmas shopping. The Mouse in the Manger celebrates Christmas and the birth of Christ with an act of pure joy -- giving and expecting nothing in return. The illustrations by David Eldred beautifully bring the magic of the scene in Bethlehem to life. His brilliant pictures will transport your child to the manger where the world's greatest story unfolds. If you believe God is love, this is the book for you and your family.

That Baby in the Manger is a children’s Christmas picture book with a needed message about inclusion and acceptance of cultural differences. As the children of a small church struggle with the portrayal of the Holy Family in the Nativity scene as European—not Middle Eastern and not necessarily like them—they learn more about Jesus’s love for all children.

A moving retelling of the Christmas story as seen through the eyes of one little cat"Everything was silent. It was as if all the animals held their breath. We looked at the baby, and the baby looked at us."A long time ago in a faraway land, a cat lived in a barn. He had to share it with the other animals: cows and goats, chickens and . . . mice! But that was all right; he was a good mouser.Then one wintry night the door flew open and in came a man and a woman to take shelter from the snow. Soon the cat heard the cry of a new baby. Visitors came to kneel before the family. In the crowded barn, every face was turned to the tiny infant. Through the eyes of one small cat, award-winning author/illustrator Michael Foreman retells the wondrous story of the first Christmas.

Mouse In The Manger is a children's picture book - the Christmas story told in rhyme by Micah the mouse, who was hiding in the manger. Micah shares in rhyme what he saw and heard from the donkey, shepherds, and camel, after he accidentally becomes a secret observer of the birth of Christ. Observations made by the animals bring a new perspective to the real event written about in the Bible. The magic of rhythm and the sound of rhyming words capture the imagination, and delight children and adults alike. The book is a 36 page softcover, with 14 beautiful color illustrations by Ashley Otis that bring to life the characters in the Christmas story. Questions and answers are added in a study guide for comprehension and Biblical insights, so parents and teachers can adapt to different age levels and add Biblical elaboration to the pleasure of the Christmas story.

“The perfect introduction to the Christmas story for the very young. . . Excellent, also, for both religious and nonreligious families.” - BookPage One day, a long time ago, Mary and Joseph went on a long journey. They had to walk very far, to the city of Bethlehem. The king wanted to count all the people in his country. Among them were Joseph, Mary and the child that was still in Mary’s womb. A simple version of the Christmas tale with colorful illustrations. Recommended for young children.

Jesus in the Manger tells the story of Christ's birth to very young children. Warm and inviting illustrations with enchanting, interactive flaps help toddlers learn to recognize Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus, as well as the angel Gabriel, Mary's house in Nazareth and the stable in Bethlehem. This engaging book will be enjoyed over and over again by little ones who will soon be telling the Christmas story themselves.