Nativity story suitable for short attention spans that points out the difference between the Holy Family's actual experiences and our Northern holiday observances. The first few pages set up that juxtaposition by saying, e.g., "There was no snow" while showing a picture of snow, which may prove confusing to the audience. ( )

A poetic telling of the Christmas story suitable for preschoolers -- a rare find. Uses the word "zephyr," which you've got to love, and the illustrations are lovely. ( )