The Child in the Manger - Liesbet Slegers

"This is a short version of the Nativity story, told in simple language that very young children can understand. "They hugged and kissed their little baby. And they covered him with straw to keep him warm." The cheerful, colorful paintings, rendered in primary colors with bold outlines, feature childlike animals, and smiley-faced Biblical people. This is a fine choice for sharing with toddlers and preschoolers one-on-one, as well as in religious preschool storytime." - School Library Journal
"A palette of joyful, rich hues in her exuberant paintings. . . . Few Christmas books connect the Nativity story to the contemporary celebration of the holiday in such an accessible and cheerful way." - Kirkus Reviews "Such childlike freshness and accessibility should give this joyous volume broad appeal." - Publishers Weekly
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.