My Big Story Bible: The First Christmas
Big Bible storybook Series
What’s inside...
This picture book tells the story of the first Christmas through vibrant illustrations and engaging text, capturing the wonder and excitement of the birth of Jesus. In this faithful retelling of the Christmas story, children will be amazed with Mary as she is visited by the angel, share in the joy of the shepherds on the hillside, and join the adventure of the wise men as they follow a distant star to visit the special baby Jesus who will one day be king. The world-changing events of the nativity are accompanied by stunning and richly detailed illustrations. The book, written by Tom Wright, is a beautiful gift to share with children aged 4-6 years and introduces them to the miracle of the first Christmas, as part of Tom Wright's bestselling My Big Story Bible series.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you learn about how people celebrated the first Christmas?
How do you think Mary and Joseph felt on their journey to Bethlehem?
Why do you think the shepherds were chosen to hear the news about Jesus' birth?
What can we learn from the gifts the Wise Men brought to Jesus?
How does celebrating Christmas help us remember this special story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine the scenes and characters by asking them to describe the settings or emotions. Use vivid descriptions to bring the story to life. Discuss the values such as kindness, generosity, and faith. Share your own family's Christmas traditions and how they might relate to the story. Encourage drawing or acting out scenes from the book to deepen understanding and retention of the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of kindness and generosity
Explanation: The story portrays characters offering help and giving to others selflessly, reflecting the spirit of the first Christmas.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to share their toys, help friends in need, and participate in community charity efforts.
Example Lesson: The value of humility
Explanation: Key figures in the Christmas story, such as Mary and Joseph, demonstrate humility and acceptance of their roles in the nativity story.
Real-World Application: Kids can practice humility by acknowledging their mistakes, learning from them, and being open to help and advice from parents and teachers.
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of adversity
Explanation: The story highlights the challenges faced by Mary and Joseph and their courageous acceptance of their circumstances.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to face their own challenges, such as trying new activities or standing up for what is right, with bravery and positivity.
Example Lesson: The power of faith and trust
Explanation: Throughout the narrative, characters display strong faith and trust in each other and their journey, despite uncertainties.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to have faith in their own abilities and to trust in the support of family and friends during difficult times.
Example Lesson: Joy of giving and sharing
Explanation: The gift-giving aspect of the Christmas story encourages the joy of sharing with others.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to experience happiness in giving gifts during birthdays or festivals, and in sharing their time or belongings.