About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their curious child starts asking all the 'why' questions about Christmas traditions. Gail Gibbons' 'Christmas Is...' serves as a gentle and informative guide to the holiday, explaining the history and meaning behind everything from decorating trees and hanging stockings to the story of the first Christmas and the legend of Santa Claus. It's a perfect, non-narrative introduction that focuses on the joy, love, and wonder of the season. By presenting both the religious and secular customs side by side, it provides a well-rounded foundation for family conversations about what Christmas means to them.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book directly addresses the religious origins of Christmas, including a simple retelling of the nativity story. This is presented factually as the reason for the holiday's name. It is handled gently and is integrated with secular traditions like Santa Claus. The approach is informational rather than devotional. Families who celebrate Christmas in a purely secular way may want to be prepared to frame this section.
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