The Night Jesus Was Born
What’s inside...
Join Rose and Henry as they discover the true meaning of Christmas while exploring their grandpa's library filled with books and a hidden door leading to a mysterious room. This story captures their adventure and curiosity about Christmas and its significance. They find a secret room filled with ancient books and a special book with a faded star on the cover. Amidst their exploration, Grandpa reveals that he knew they would discover this room one day, adding to the magical experience of their Christmas adventure.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-18
Length
80 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think it was like in Bethlehem the night Jesus was born?
Why do you think the shepherds were chosen to visit baby Jesus?
How do you feel about the way different characters in the story reacted to Jesus' birth?
What can we learn from the story about kindness and generosity?
How do you think the story of Jesus' birth impacts the way we celebrate Christmas today?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use gentle prompts to encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story.
Relate themes from the book to your child's everyday experiences to deepen their understanding and connection.
Discuss the significance of each character and their role, helping your child understand different perspectives.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative scenarios and ask them how those might change the story.
Highlight the moral lessons in the story and discuss how they can be applied in real-life situations.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The story demonstrates empathy through the characters' caring actions towards each other on the night of Jesus' birth.
Real-World Application: Children learn to understand and share the feelings of others, helping them build stronger relationships with friends and family.
Example Lesson: Generosity
Explanation: The acts of sharing and giving are highlighted, especially in the gifts brought to baby Jesus.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of sharing with others, not only during festive seasons but every day.
Example Lesson: Hope
Explanation: The birth of Jesus represents a symbol of hope and new beginnings in the story.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to remain hopeful even in difficult situations and to see every new day as a fresh start.
Example Lesson: Community
Explanation: The gathering of different characters to celebrate Jesus' birth shows the strength and support of a community.
Real-World Application: Instills the value of being an active and supportive part of one's community, enhancing social interactions and collective wellbeing.
Example Lesson: Faith
Explanation: The central theme of faith is pervasive throughout the story, with characters showing trust and belief in a higher power.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to have faith in themselves and others, helping them to be confident and resilient individuals.