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Father Christmas Goes to the Nativity
Father Christmas Goes to the Nativity is Nicholas Allan’s playful retelling of the Christmas story, with Santa eager to deliver a present before the baby Jesus has been born. It is presented as a festive read-aloud for children aged three and up.
At a glance
- A humorous nativity story centred on Father Christmas arriving too early with the first Christmas present.
- The angels try to delay Santa until the baby Jesus is born and the events of the nativity unfold.
- Publisher recommends the book for children aged 3 and up.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines a familiar Father Christmas character with the nativity, offering a playful approach to the Christmas story.
- The 32-page picture-book format is suited to a short shared reading session.
- The listed reading age is 3–5 years, with publisher material also recommending it for ages 3+.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Andersen Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 8 Oct. 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| Reading age | 3 - 5 years |
| ISBN-10 | 1839136871 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1839136870 |
| Dimensions | 22.3 x 0.18 x 26.59 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 374 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families looking for a humorous Christmas picture book to read together.
- Readers seeking a child-friendly story that brings Father Christmas into the nativity narrative.
- Fans of Nicholas Allan’s other books named in the listing.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking a strictly traditional retelling without a comic Father Christmas storyline.
- Readers looking for a longer book than a 32-page picture book.
Frequently asked questions
What is Father Christmas Goes to the Nativity about?
Father Christmas is ready to deliver a present on the first Christmas Eve, but the angels try to keep him from arriving before the baby Jesus is born.
What age is this book intended for?
The listing gives a reading age of 3–5 years, and the publisher describes it as suitable for children aged 3 and up.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 32 pages.
Who published the book?
The listed publisher is Andersen Press.
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