
Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver
The History and Legends of the Real Santa Claus
InterVarsity Press · Print & ebook · October 12, 2021
2021 BRONZE MOONBEAM CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD Show Kids the Spirit of Christmas and the Beauty of Giving On the night before Christmas, so the old stories say, Saint Nicholas rides in a magical sleigh.
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- Who it’s for
- A rhythmic, illustrated telling connects Saint Nicholas’s generosity with the spirit of Christmas.
- Themes
- Christmas giving, Faith and generosity, Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus
- Genres
- Christian Holiday Stories, Christmas & Advent, Christian Values & Virtues
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2021 BRONZE MOONBEAM CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD Show Kids the Spirit of Christmas and the Beauty of Giving On the night before Christmas, so the old stories say, Saint Nicholas rides in a magical sleigh. But what is the truth, and what are the legends? Who is this giftgiver, and why all the presents? Why do we give gifts at Christmas? How did this beloved tradition begin?
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Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver, retold and illustrated by Ned Bustard, takes families on a heartwarming journey through the story of Saint Nicholas—an exceptionally kind bishop whose profound generosity was rooted in his deep faith. His acts of kindness have inspired Christians worldwide for centuries and ultimately gave rise to the legend of Santa Claus. Told through engaging, rhythmic poetry and paired with vivid, colorful illustrations, Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver is a joy for children and adults alike. With its captivating storytelling, young readers will gain a deeper understanding of the spirit of Christmas and the beauty of giving. For parents and caregivers, the book includes a special message to help spark meaningful conversations with children about faith, generosity, and how we can reflect Christ's love in our lives. Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver is perfect for: - Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking to share the true meaning of Christmas with their children - Sunday school teachers and Christian educators introducing timeless values through storytelling - Librarians seeking a faith-centered addition to their children’s collection Bring the story of Saint Nicholas into your home and inspire your family to celebrate the season with generosity and joy. Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver invites you to discover the deeper meaning behind Christmas traditions and share with children the things that matter to God.
Giving, Told Warmly
A rhythmic, illustrated telling connects Saint Nicholas’s generosity with the spirit of Christmas.
Come here for
- Poetry and vivid, colorful illustrations
- The story behind a familiar Christmas giftgiver
Expect
- A faith-centered look at generosity and Christmas traditions
- A message to help spark conversations with children
Where it sits
| Christmas & Advent | 56% |
|---|---|
| Christian Holiday Stories | 53% |
| Christian Values & Virtues | 47% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Christmas & Advent
- Christian Biography
- Christian Holidays & Celebrations
- Authors
- Ned Bustard
- Publisher
- InterVarsity Press
- Published
- October 12, 2021
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Christmas giving · Faith and generosity · Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus
- Reading lane
- Christmas & Advent