title: The Extra Special Baby: The Story of the Christmas Promise
author: Antonia Woodward
description: PreS-Gr 2Told in simple yet poignant language, this British import provides readers with an intimate peek into the lives of people affected by the arrival of Jesus. First, there are three clever men who decide to follow the star that will lead them to someone "so extra special" that he will change life on Earth forever. Then, while Mary is daydreaming about her wedding to Joseph, an angel visits and tells her she will have a baby who is God's son. Shepherds visit to worship Jesus after he is born, as do the clever men from before, though the latter arrive much later. Woodward portrays an adorable toddler Jesus smiling at the gift bearers. The story continues with an angel telling Joseph to keep the child safe and that when Jesus becomes a man, he will bring blessings to everyone. The softly drawn characters with their warm expressions, in addition to the sparkling text, make this book very appropriate for young children; it is sure to invite comfort as well as wonder at the original Christmas miracle. VERDICT A sweet, pleasing Nativity selection for lapsits and storytimes.Rita Law, Los Angeles Public Library
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  # Amelia’s Christmas
  
  
  ### Frontier Christmas Brides and Babies Series Book 2 Edition 2
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  ## KATIE WYATT
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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