The Gifts of Christmas Author:Rachel Hartman, John Alcorn (Illustrator) This book is delightful, reverent and sincere, and should appeal to adults and to older young folks equally. I was especially interested in the retelling of the Christmas story, the old traditions mentioned, and also in the very helpful suggestions made by the author. — I have my own traditions, ancient ornaments and family customs -- but this ye... more »ar, I shall have some new ideas to bring to our family festivities thanks to this little book.« less