The First Christmas Ever Paperback – Picture Book, October 7, 2014

I read this to my Grandchildren ages, one year to thirteen years old, they all found something that each of them liked. The illustrations where a big hit and the story is told well. Thank you for a nice sharing book.

Love this book

About the Book:A simple retelling of the Christmas story, from the angel s visit to Mary to the shepherds joyful praise of the new born Baby, this small format paperback, The First Christmas Ever is sure to be popular with young readers. Using the vibrant and popular artwork of Dennis Jones, families can share this timeless story of God's love each holiday season."About the Author: Dennis Jones loves to draw. His artwork can be seen in books, magazines, games, toys and Sunday school curriculum. He’s illustrated several children’s products including the Read with Me Bible and the NIrV Super Heroes Bible. Dennis lives in Indiana with his wife Karen and has two grown sons.My Review: A delightful retelling of the birth of Christ written specifically for 4-8 year old. This booklet is a retelling or copied version out of the Read With Me Bible. The story includes the complete retelling of the first Christmas, not just up to the birth in the manger but also the part of the story of Mary and Joseph along with Baby Jesus after they moved to a safer place to avoid King Herrod. Also at the end of the small booklet, you have a few pages showing and telling a brief summary of what happened to Jesus as time went on. Thank God for the two obedient souls of Mary and Joseph, because of their parts in the Christmas story along many others we had a Saviour! If you would like to learn more about this book, you can at this link.**Disclosure** This book was sent to me free of charge for my honest review from the Z Blog Squad.

This is the best children's version of the Biblical Christmas story that I have ever read. As a former preschool director, I've read a lot of them. I am giving the book 3 stars because the cover was damaged when it arrived.

The First Christmas Ever illustrated by Dennis Jones delivers the happiness that the cover art suggests that it will.The highlight of this children’s book, as hinted by the fact that an illustrator but no author is listed for the book, is the artwork. It is the story of Baby Jesus. The story begins with Mary and Joseph traveling to Bethlehem and ends with a statement and pictures about Baby Jesus growing up and doing his Father’s work. The back cover of the book says that the book is for ages 4-8, but children as young as age 1 would be attracted to the pictures.The cover illustration is what lured me to this book, and I was not disappointed. A strong, spiritual message is conveyed through the words and artwork. Dennis Jones has a talent for telling the story through his art. Every detail he includes seems to be intentional. What I noticed most were the character’s expressions. They gave a perspective that was not written down and that pushed me to recognize the character’s thoughts and anxieties during this story. I expected to read a story I’d read many times and simply enjoy the artwork, but the artwork actually made me see this age-old story differently – Jones’ details made me empathize with Mary, Joseph, Jesus, and the shepherds and to see the story through their eyes. I definitely recommend this book to others.http://booksneeze.com/blogger/resources/9781400203048The publisher has provided me with a complimentary copy of this book through BookSneeze®. I was not required to write a positive review.

The First Christmas Ever is a children’s book, recommended for ages 4-8 years of age. Even though this book is recommended for ages 4-8, it also can be read to children of much younger years. (My son is just 5-months old and he displayed interest in the story and pictures while I read it to him.) The wording throughout the book is easy-to-understand. The illustrations are full of color and expression. However, I did discover that the size of the book is much smaller than I first thought, providing smaller hands with a better grasp of the book and its pages. It also went beyond the birth of Jesus to give a brief summary of Jesus’ life after being baby, which I did not expect.The First Christmas Ever gives an accurate account of the Biblical events which occurred concerning the birth of Jesus. The wording is different than the Bible, providing easier reading for younger readers. I enjoyed the part of the story which shows the Wise Men showing up after the birth of Jesus, when Jesus and His family are living in a house, instead of in the stable where Jesus was born. To me that is a more accurate telling of the events than most other portrayals of the Biblical story.I would highly recommend The First Christmas Ever to all! Especially as a traditional telling of the birth of Jesus at Christmas time and as a reminder throughout the year.BookLook Bloggers has provided me with a complimentary copy/advanced reading copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Loved this book! I do the shoebox gifts for the underprivileged at Christmas and was looking for an inexpensive book that told the Christmas story and that I could fit in the box. This fit the bill. I got some at Hobby Lobby and will be getting more at Amazon. Thanks for the Christmas story!!