Ian Beck complements a straightforward retelling of the first Christmas with striking illustrations. Richly bordered pages frame bright, lively scenes, giving the book the feel of an illuminated manuscript * TES Teacher *
Simple, straightforward, great for reading aloud to young children * Child Education *
The illustrations are subtle and Beck retells the story without being too wordy, or indeed, worthy * Junior *
Beautifully and intricately illustrated . . . Offers a warm and reassuring introduction to the religious meaning behind the festive season * Parents News *
A brightly illustrated and delightfully simple version of the best known story of all * Sunday Business Post (Eire) *

IAN BECK has worked as a freelance illustrator for many years (including such notable artwork as the record cover for Elton John's Goodbye Yellow Brick Road album). Ian turned to writing and illustrating children's books when his own children were born.