"A lyrical, moving account of Jesus' birth, from his mother's perspective...Divine." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

-- "Kirkus Reviews"

"The Night of His Birth is an unmistakably beautiful story of the birth of Jesus from a fresh and enlightening perspective. By capturing the beguilement, the joy, and the gratitude of Mary-an unsuspecting mother of a child of unimaginable magnitude-through poetic text and narration, the author enables readers to grasp the depth of the experience. The magnificent, alluring illustrations by Norwegian author and illustrator Lisa Aisato illuminate the pages and bring the story to life....Ideal for educators to share with their students in Christian elementary school classrooms around the nation during the days leading up to the celebration of the Christ Child's birth." --Seattle Book Review

-- "Seattle Book Review"

"A wonderfully inspiring story of the nativity, The Night of His Birth is unreservedly recommended for family, elementary school, Sunday School, and community library picture book collections for children ages 6-10." --Midwest Book Review

-- "Midwest Book Review"

"Katherine Paterson is a poet. Her writing pairs wonderfully with the ethereal illustrations of Lisa Aisato in this excellent reflection of Christ's birth from the perspective of Mary. Adults and mature children alike will delight in the simple yet deep meditation of the nativity." --The Living Church

-- "The Living Church"

"Stunning illustrations and lovely writing." --The Presbyterian Outlook

-- "Presbyterian Outlook"

Publisher: Flyaway Books

Pub date: 2019-09-17

Length: 32 pages