A collection of short Christmas stories, including bible stories, stories describing the origins of holiday traditions from around the world, and assorted legends and others, the focus of the book is definitely on the religious aspects of the holiday.  Each story is 2-3 pages, and the author’s background as a story-teller comes through in the fluency and voice with which the stories are infused, intending them to be read aloud.  The illustrations are soft and inviting, and an appendix in the back offers readers specific ideas for each story to turn  it into an interactive experience if being shared with a large group.  A great tool for families wishing to share holiday traditions.