Available for Preorder! The Christmas Elephant, a picture book by Maria Antonia

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THE CHRISTMAS ELEPHANT: A NATIVITY STORY

Author: Maria Antonia
Illustrator: Laura Zarrin
Publisher: Paraclete Press
Release Date: October 8, 2024

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Ellie wants to be an elephant in the Christmas play, but her know-it-all sister says she’ll ruin everything.

Reviews

"The perfect warm holiday tale in times of chaos and pressure to be perfect."
— Donna Barba Higuera, Newbery Medal & Pura Belpré Author Award Winner

"A sweet story to remind us that God’s love is big enough to love all of us, even the ones who feel like an elephant in the room."
— Emily Morrow, creator of Really Very Crunchy

"Just like an elephant, you won't soon forget this adorable Mary and Martha retelling with a Christmas twist!"
— Amanda Rawson Hill, author of The Hope of Elephants

"Sweet and funny but also a reminder that Christmas is all about Jesus. Get ready for giggles and AWWS and many 'Read it again!'"
— Ana Siqueira, author of Abuela's Super Capa

"This unique, delightful retelling of the nativity story will stay with you a long time after you read it, much like the young elephant who never forgets. Destined to be added to your cherished collection of Christmas read-alouds."
— Amy Houts, author of God's Earth is Something to Fight For



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