Memories of the Manger

Memories of the Manger by Medlock Adams, Michelle. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780824956141.

A graceful retelling of the story of Jesus birth in Bethlehem. It happened right here, right in this barn, The old dove softly said. The Son of God was born right here, Upon this small straw bed. Old Mrs. Dove has a story to tell, and all the animals in the barn are anxious to hear. Through her tale, we learn of the arrival of Mary and Joseph in Bethlehem, the birth of Jesus in the stable, the appearance of the angel to the shepherds, and the journey of the wise men to meet their newborn King. And most important of all, we learn that Christmas is really about God s great gift of His Son to all of us. Ages 4 to 8.