The 1st Christmas Tree

The First Christmas Tree
Who Gave the Best Gift of All

ISBN: 978-1-59317-434-7
Size: 6" x 4.25"
Paperback
Pages: 32 full-color
Ages: 4 and up

Based on an old Sicilian legend, this story about a little fir tree who witnesses Jesus' birth is both heart-warming and beautifully illustrated. All the trees and creatures of the forest are scurrying about in preparation for their journey to the manger. Each has something special to give the baby, but the little fir is so small and spindly. What can he possibly give that is worthy of a king? As he tries to make his way to the stable, he comes across various little animals who have been left in the wake of the bigger forest dwellers rushing to see the baby. Allowing these wee ones shelter in his branches slows his progress, and he finds himself at the back of the crowd where he can't even see the stable. Suddenly bathed in the glow of starlight, the tiny tree is allowed to approach the manger where the baby blesses the little tree for his gift of compassion to his fellow woodland creatures.

About the Author and Illustrator: Helen and David Haidle
Helen Haidle is the award-winning author of 43 books with major Christian publishers, with sales of over 1.7 million. David, an award-winning illustrator, and Helen have been married 42 years and have worked together on 22 books, such as What Would Jesus Do?, The Lord is My Shepherd, The First Christmas Tree, and The Creation Story for Children. They live in Portland, Oregon, where they have their own publishing company, Seed Faith Books.