John Alexander

My Review:

The Christmas Gift is written by author John Alexander and illustrated by Angela Capel. This is a delightful children’s book that will capture their attention any time of year, not just Christmas. The story is told in a rhyming sing-song prose that children love. Illustrations are charming and coincide perfectly with the tale.

This is a heartfelt book that will teach children the importance of giving and caring for others. The mice suffer issues that some humans sadly do. By reading this, it will introduce children to the hardships of others and how helping them will impact their lives.

Children ages 3 to 8 will adore this book. Parents will have much to discuss and teach their littles. This would make a great gift or addition to a children’s library. I highly recommend this beautiful book. It earns a 5 out of 5 star rating from Me. A copy was provided by the publisher, but these are my honest thoughts.

About the Book:

Written by: John Alexander

Illustrated by: Angela Capel

Genre: Children’s books 

As she warms herself by the fireplace in the mansion on a hill, Ms. Mouse considers her husband’s question, “What do you want for Christmas?” An angelic vision in the embers reveals the perfect request. The fulfillment of her gift demonstrates the joy of giving. This book should appeal to children ages 4-8 as well as educators, day care workers, and teachers in Christian schools who want to inspire the joy of giving.

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About the Author:

JOHN ALEXANDER makes his home in Frisco, Texas. He has written children’s chapter books, Amber-Autumn Mystery Series, a book of poetry, Timeless Tales, and an award-winning picture book, Words That Soar. The Christmas Gift is his second picture book.

About the Illustrator:

ANGELA CAPEL is an Author/Illustrator and a member of SCBWI. She frequents the Write 4 Kids critique group in Frisco Texas and is a member of the 12 x 12 Challenge. She graduated with a degree in English Literature from Rowan University in New Jersey. She’s extra fond of drawing sheep and giraffes and generally enjoys a quirky protagonist. She draws the occasional comic strip and lives in the Dallas/Fort Worth area with her husband and two little girls.