In this die-cut oversized board book shaped like a Christmas tree, bestselling author Dr. Mary Manz Simon tells the story of Jesus's birth through decorations we place on an evergreen each year, helping little ones better understand and remember the reason we place ornaments and lights on the tree and what each symbol means.

My Christmas Story Tree:

• Contains a presentation page to commemorate the child in your life
• Has a cover that sparkles with bright glitter and foil
• Can be used to create your own Christmas tradition each year
• Leads little ones through the first Christmas story in a way they will easily understand

In addition, My Christmas Story Tree is:

• A perfect holiday and Christmas gift for toddlers ages 0-4, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and new moms
• Great for lap reading or as a bedtime story, with large illustrations and vibrant colors to keep kids engaged
• Helps start conversations about Christmas traditions and why we celebrate Jesus's birth by decorating a pine tree each year

About the Author
Mary Manz Simon earned a bachelor's degree from Illinois State University, a master's degree from Erikson Institute of Loyola University, Chicago, and a doctorate from St. Louis University. Mary has taught preschool and kindergarten and at the junior college, undergraduate and graduate levels. She is a columnist for Parent Life and Christian Parenting Today magazines, a contributing editor for Christian Retailing, and a member of the advisory board for the Christian Family Book Club. Since her first book released in mid-1987, her books have sold more than 1.5 million copies and are available in nine languages, her nationally syndicated radio program airs daily on more than 200 stations and her magazine articles and national convention presentations reach thousands more each year. Gavin Scott has been an independent illustrator since 2003, after graduating from The Arts Institute Bournemouth with a degree in Illustration of Natural History. He lives with his family in Somerset, England and works from his studio in his garden, illustrating for clients all over the world.


Book Information
ISBN 9780310761259
Author Mary Manz Simon
Page Count 20
Imprint ZonderKidz
Publisher Zondervan
Weight(grams) 335g
Dimensions(mm) 203mm * 203mm * 12mm