Sharing the first Christmas story with babies and toddlers
For a young child, a Christmas story can start with a picture, a familiar voice, and a simple moment together. Chosen to Shine follows a brand-new star given a special job: shining brightly to guide the world to the birth of baby Jesus.
Read a little, pause a little
You can look at a picture together, name what you see, and pause when your child wants to explore. There is no need to finish every page in one sitting.
A story about purpose, love, and light
The author describes Chosen to Shine as a gentle celebration of the first Christmas for ages 0–3. Its star character offers a simple starting point for talking about light and the birth of baby Jesus.
Activities to revisit together
The book includes coloring, star matching, seek-and-find, a Wise Men maze, and counting activities. Choose what suits your child’s interest and ability, with adult help. Not every activity will suit every child in this age range.