Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver
The History and Legends of the Real Santa Claus
by Ned Bustard
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Pub Date Oct 12 2021 | Archive Date Nov 11 2021
InterVarsity Press | IVP Kids
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Description
2021 BRONZE MOONBEAM CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD
Show Kids the Spirit of Christmas and the Beauty of Giving
On the night before Christmas,
so the old stories say,
Saint Nicholas rides
in a magical sleigh.
But what is the truth,
and what are the legends?
Who is this giftgiver,
and why all the presents?
Why do we give gifts at Christmas? How did this beloved tradition begin? Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver, retold and illustrated by Ned Bustard, takes families on a heartwarming journey through the story of Saint Nicholas—an exceptionally kind bishop whose profound generosity was rooted in his deep faith. His acts of kindness have inspired Christians worldwide for centuries and ultimately gave rise to the legend of Santa Claus.
Told through engaging, rhythmic poetry and paired with vivid, colorful illustrations, Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver is a joy for children and adults alike. With its captivating storytelling, young readers will gain a deeper understanding of the spirit of Christmas and the beauty of giving.
For parents and caregivers, the book includes a special message to help spark meaningful conversations with children about faith, generosity, and how we can reflect Christ's love in our lives.
Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver is perfect for:
- Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking to share the true meaning of Christmas with their children
- Sunday school teachers and Christian educators introducing timeless values through storytelling
- Librarians seeking a faith-centered addition to their children’s collection
Bring the story of Saint Nicholas into your home and inspire your family to celebrate the season with generosity and joy. Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver invites you to discover the deeper meaning behind Christmas traditions and share with children the things that matter to God.
A Note From the Publisher
Since this is a picture book, we recommend downloading this advance copy as a PDF rather than for Kindle reading. We will update readers once the Kindle version is available.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781514001806 |
| PRICE | $18.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 32 |
Featured Reviews
Megan I, Reviewer
Thank you to NetGalley and InterVarsity Press for my copy of Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver by Ned Bustard in exchange for an honest review. It publishes October 12, 2021.
This was such a treat of a read aloud to share with my family. I didn't know much about St. Nicholas before reading this, so it was nice to learn a little. The flow of the story was nice and a joy to read. I think any family that celebrates Christmas would enjoy adding this to their holiday library!
Jeanie S, Reviewer
Every generous act of giving, with every gift, is from above, coming down from the Father of Lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. James 1:17
The true story of St. Nicholas told in the cadence of Jolly Old St. Nicholas. How he became to be the gift giver and how his faith led him to Sainthood. The illustrations are colorful and the poetic life of St. Nicholas is inspiring for all ages.
A special thank you to InterVarsity Press and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.
Becky P, Reviewer
A wonderful account of the life of Saint Nicholas and how he began gift giving in secret. Colorful illustrations told in a lyrical rhyme. A very special book to read during the holiday season. I highly recommend to kids of all ages. Thanks to #netgalley for the advanced reader copy. I loved it.
Michelle K, Reviewer
Saint Nicholas the Giftgiver
by Ned Bustard
Pub Date 12 Oct 2021 | Archive Date 11 Nov 2021
InterVarsity Press, IVP Kids
Children's Fiction | Christian
I am reviewing a copy of Saint Nicolas the Gift-giver through Intervarsity Press and NetGalley:
On the night before Christmas, so the old stories say, Saint Nicholas rides in a magical sleigh. But what is the truth, and what are the legends? Who is this giftgiver, and why all the presents?
Around Christmas we start to think about presents and why we give them. In this Children’s book the reader will about the life of Saint Nicholas and why he became known as one of the greatest gift givers of all times.
If you have a young one who wants to know more about Saint Nicholas and why we give gifts, let me recommend Saint Nicholas the Gift-giver.
I give Saint Nicholas the Gift Giver five out of five stars!
Happy Reading!
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