Lion Classic Christmas Stories is a delightful collection of Children’s traditional Nativity and Christmas-time stories from around the world. Beautifully presented, this colourful hardback brings together the Bible story with charming tales inspired by the Christmas nativity all retold and illustrated for children aged 7 to 10. Grown ups too will love to share the stories with children - from the starry skies of Bethlehem in the story of the first Christmas to the sparkling frosts of the Russian north in the classic tale of the Nutcracker. These 12 joyful stories will remind adults and young readers alike that every Christmas is a time of hopefulness, peace and happiness for all who share the wonder of the Christmas message. With detailed artwork and wonderful gold-flecked illustrations, The Lion Classic Christmas Story Collection is a gift to bring joy this Christmas and to treasure ever after. Stories from around the world include the best loved nativity stories from the gospels of Luke and Matthew, the stories of Babushka and Papa Panov, The Fir Tree and The Nutcracker. Welcome your 7s to 10s to the wealth of storytelling wisdom with roots deep in the traditional Christmas story. Richly illustrated, this classic collection will capture the mind of any child who loves to read or be read to.