The Legend of the Christmas Stocking: An Inspirational Story of a Wish Come True
By Zondervan and Rick Osborne
Illustrated by Jim Griffin
Read by Brian Kennedy
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This holiday audio book—part of the Legends series from Zonderkidz—explores the true story behind the tradition of hanging and filling Christmas stockings. Kids will learn about what it means to give to others, and how they can share God’s love during the Christmas season. You and your children can discover: How the Christmas stocking was inspired by the life of Saint Nicolas, and why it became a way to give to those in need Why giving is better than receiving, and the joy that comes when we give someone a present Why we still hang stockings on the mantel today Peter has saved up for a special boat at the toy shop. But when it looks like his dad won’t be home in time for Christmas with the money his family needs for gifts, he hears the story of how a man named Nicolas secretly gave all his gold to three poor girls. Peter then has to decide what to do with money he’s saved. The Legend of the Christmas Stocking is: Perfect as a gift for boys and girls ages 4-8, grandchildren, and nieces and nephews Ideal as a family reading tradition for Advent, Christmas, or anytime in the holiday season Great as a gift for people who love the history behind Christmas and holiday traditions If you enjoy The Legend of the Christmas Stocking, check out other books in the Legends series: The Legend of the Candy Cane, The Legend of Saint Nicholas, The Legend of the Christmas Cookie, The Legend of the Christmas Tree, and The Legend of the Easter Egg.
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Summary
Summary
This holiday audio book—part of the Legends series from Zonderkidz—explores the true story behind the tradition of hanging and filling Christmas stockings. Kids will learn about what it means to give to others, and how they can share God’s love during the Christmas season.
You and your children can discover:
- How the Christmas stocking was inspired by the life of Saint Nicolas, and why it became a way to give to those in need
- Why giving is better than receiving, and the joy that comes when we give someone a present
- Why we still hang stockings on the mantel today
Peter has saved up for a special boat at the toy shop. But when it looks like his dad won’t be home in time for Christmas with the money his family needs for gifts, he hears the story of how a man named Nicolas secretly gave all his gold to three poor girls. Peter then has to decide what to do with money he’s saved.
The Legend of the Christmas Stocking is:
- Perfect as a gift for boys and girls ages 4-8, grandchildren, and nieces and nephews
- Ideal as a family reading tradition for Advent, Christmas, or anytime in the holiday season
- Great as a gift for people who love the history behind Christmas and holiday traditions
If you enjoy The Legend of the Christmas Stocking, check out other books in the Legends series: The Legend of the Candy Cane, The Legend of Saint Nicholas, The Legend of the Christmas Cookie, The Legend of the Christmas Tree, and The Legend of the Easter Egg.
Author
Author Bio: Rick Osborne
Rick Osborne is committed to helping parents effectively disciple their children. His parenting books have garnered several awards and received two Gold Medallion nominations. He was instrumental in the development of Focus on the Family’s Heritage Builders ministry and coauthored the ministry’s bestselling book Parents Guide to the Spiritual Growth of Children.
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Author Bio: Zondervan
Zondervan, part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, is a world leading Bible publisher and provider of Christian communications. For more than eighty years, Zondervan has delivered transformational Christian experiences through its bestselling Bibles, books, curriculum, academic resources, and digital products. The company’s products are sold in multiple formats, worldwide in more than sixty countries, and translated into nearly two hundred languages.
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Details
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| Available Formats : | Digital Download, CD, MP3 CD |
| Category: | Fiction/Religious |
| Runtime: | 0.29 |
| Audience: | Children (8–12) |
| Language: | English |
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