The Bearer of Gifts

This book beautifully balances Santa Claus and the Nativity in a story that is both inspiring and engaging. The colors and folk art drawings are a delightful departure from the typical seasonal fare. The most fantastic picture has to be the one depicting the subtle change in Santa's appearance when he gives the baby his humble gift.If you are looking for a story that doesn't diminish the lore of St. Nick and his generosity but doesn't overshadow the Nativity, look no more. You've found it!

I was absolutely delighted with the warmth and imagination contained in this childrens book. The idea of bringing Santa and Jesus together was wonderful and helps to remind us what Christmas is all about.The illustrations are well drawn but uncomplicatd so don't detract from the story at all. This book also contains a wonderful little side story. Can't see it? Just follow the dog in the illustrations. It is very amusing and compliments the joy brought through to us in the main story. As a childrens yuletide book I have not found better. It is a pitty I have run out of kids to send it to.

Searching for a way to integrate the true meaning of Christmas with the story of Santa Claus? Search no more. This book helped solved my dilemna on Santa Claus - since he's become so commercialized in our society and kids have become greedy, I hesitated to tell the story of Santa in our house. This book changed my mind. Santa begins as the true bearer of gifts to the Baby Jesus. He continues to spread the story of the Savior's birth and his miraculous visit to adults and children everywhere each Christmas, while bearing handmade toys for the children. A great book to teach young and all the true meaning of Christmas.