The Christmas Elephant: a Nativity Story
"A great book for a religious school library, church class, or any collection."School Library Journal

Ellie wants to be an elephant in the Christmas play but her know-it-all sister says she’ll ruin everything. When Baby Jesus goes missing, Ellie must find him, or the play will be ruined (but not because Ellie is an elephant)!
 
Ellie thinks outside the box. She stands her ground and remains in her elephant costume even when her older sister—and director of this year’s Christmas play— demands she change into a sheep costume. The theme of standing up for your own uniqueness sends a subtle message to children that they can fit in anywhere if they persevere and don’t give in to peer pressure. Ellie’s approach to standing her ground is entertaining and empowering. There is also a teaching moment for the bossy sister who comes to see that everything doesn’t have to work out the way she planned in order to be wonderful. The Christmas Elephant is an ideal addition for family, preschool, elementary school, and community library Christmas picture book collections.
 
This unique holiday book is perfect for:
  • Children ages 3-8
  • Sharing the story of Christmas through a memorable narrative text and engaging, whimsical illustrations
  • Christmas gifts, including stocking stuffers and church ministry outreach
  • Inspiring discussion and dialogue with parents, grandparents, friends, and teachersChristmas celebrations, church ministry outreach, and Advent discussions
  • Sparking age-appropriate conversations about Christmas, self-esteem, Jesus’ birth, and helping others. 
Learn more and find FREE RESOURCES at christmaselephantbook.com
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The Christmas Elephant: a Nativity Story
"A great book for a religious school library, church class, or any collection."School Library Journal

Ellie wants to be an elephant in the Christmas play but her know-it-all sister says she’ll ruin everything. When Baby Jesus goes missing, Ellie must find him, or the play will be ruined (but not because Ellie is an elephant)!
 
Ellie thinks outside the box. She stands her ground and remains in her elephant costume even when her older sister—and director of this year’s Christmas play— demands she change into a sheep costume. The theme of standing up for your own uniqueness sends a subtle message to children that they can fit in anywhere if they persevere and don’t give in to peer pressure. Ellie’s approach to standing her ground is entertaining and empowering. There is also a teaching moment for the bossy sister who comes to see that everything doesn’t have to work out the way she planned in order to be wonderful. The Christmas Elephant is an ideal addition for family, preschool, elementary school, and community library Christmas picture book collections.
 
This unique holiday book is perfect for:
  • Children ages 3-8
  • Sharing the story of Christmas through a memorable narrative text and engaging, whimsical illustrations
  • Christmas gifts, including stocking stuffers and church ministry outreach
  • Inspiring discussion and dialogue with parents, grandparents, friends, and teachersChristmas celebrations, church ministry outreach, and Advent discussions
  • Sparking age-appropriate conversations about Christmas, self-esteem, Jesus’ birth, and helping others. 
Learn more and find FREE RESOURCES at christmaselephantbook.com
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The Christmas Elephant: a Nativity Story

The Christmas Elephant: a Nativity Story

The Christmas Elephant: a Nativity Story

The Christmas Elephant: a Nativity Story

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"A great book for a religious school library, church class, or any collection."School Library Journal

Ellie wants to be an elephant in the Christmas play but her know-it-all sister says she’ll ruin everything. When Baby Jesus goes missing, Ellie must find him, or the play will be ruined (but not because Ellie is an elephant)!
 
Ellie thinks outside the box. She stands her ground and remains in her elephant costume even when her older sister—and director of this year’s Christmas play— demands she change into a sheep costume. The theme of standing up for your own uniqueness sends a subtle message to children that they can fit in anywhere if they persevere and don’t give in to peer pressure. Ellie’s approach to standing her ground is entertaining and empowering. There is also a teaching moment for the bossy sister who comes to see that everything doesn’t have to work out the way she planned in order to be wonderful. The Christmas Elephant is an ideal addition for family, preschool, elementary school, and community library Christmas picture book collections.
 
This unique holiday book is perfect for:
  • Children ages 3-8
  • Sharing the story of Christmas through a memorable narrative text and engaging, whimsical illustrations
  • Christmas gifts, including stocking stuffers and church ministry outreach
  • Inspiring discussion and dialogue with parents, grandparents, friends, and teachersChristmas celebrations, church ministry outreach, and Advent discussions
  • Sparking age-appropriate conversations about Christmas, self-esteem, Jesus’ birth, and helping others. 
Learn more and find FREE RESOURCES at christmaselephantbook.com

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781640609570
Publisher: Paraclete Press
Publication date: 10/08/2024
Pages: 32
Sales rank: 217,162
Product dimensions: 9.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.00(d)
Age Range: 4 - 8 Years

About the Author

MARIA ANTONIA learned to write her name at five years old and tried typing with an old manual typewriter at age eight. However, it was when she met the computer that she never turned back. Many years later, she still clickety-taps out her stories onto the screen, stories that have turned into picture books like The Christmas Elephant and Barnaby the Runaway Sheep. In addition to writing, Maria also enjoys sipping a nice cup of hot tea and capturing the world with her camera. She has lived in Sunny Spain, Busy New York City, and currently resides in the Great White North of Canada.
 

Laura Zarrin planned on becoming an archeologist, but realized she was much happier staying home drawing and watching TV. Luckily that worked out pretty well. Laura is the illustrator of the Wallace and Grace series by Heather Alexander and the Katie Woo’s Neighborhood series by Fran Manushkin. Laura has illustrated over 30 books for children including board books, picture books, and chapter books, Highlights Hidden Pictures, and various educational projects. She’s happiest writing and illustrating characters with subtle and not so subtle humor.
 
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