The Grumpy Old Ox
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This children's Christmas book by bestselling author Anthony DeStefano tells the story of a mean-spirited, prideful old ox who has lost his sight ― both physically and spiritually ― but who nevertheless experiences the transformative power of God's grace after he is present at the birth of Jesus Christ in a humble stable in Bethlehem. Illustrated by New York Times best-selling artist Richard Cowdrey, this new holiday book teaches children the true meaning of Christmas while explaining the central message of Christianity: that faith in Jesus leads us to resurrection and new life. Moreover, it shows the profound connection between spiritual pride and blindness. Like the main character in Dickens's A Christmas Carol, this Scrooge of an ox is a slave to his own anger and crippled by his own coldness. He seems destined to live out his days frustrated, unhappy and alone―until he makes a life-altering decision of faith that brings him the miraculous gift of healing and joy. This uplifting, inspiring book will delight all Christians, though Catholics especially will appreciate its powerful Eucharistic message. Connecting the manger in the stable, from which the ox eats his food, to birth of the Son of God, the story shows that Jesus is the Bread of Life; that he came into the world to feed the hungry, to restore sight to the blind, and to set free those who are captive to sin. All of this is contained in a 36-page picture book that, with its adorable rhymes and beautiful illustrations, is sure to entertain and enthrall children for years to come. Review: My son loves this book! - This book was purchased for my 6 year old and he loves it! It is a very nice biblical story and a beginner book for readers! I would recommend this book as it not only teaches but can be great practice for reading! C Review: Great book for Christmas and all year through. - The children loved the story and wanted to have it read the next night and the next night. They loved it and so did I. The pictures portrayed the mood and meaning. Great book.
| Best Sellers Rank | #801,146 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #300 in Children's Christian Animal Fiction #626 in Children's Christian Values Fiction #893 in Children's Inspirational Books |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 354 Reviews |
B**W
My son loves this book!
This book was purchased for my 6 year old and he loves it! It is a very nice biblical story and a beginner book for readers! I would recommend this book as it not only teaches but can be great practice for reading! C
A**R
Great book for Christmas and all year through.
The children loved the story and wanted to have it read the next night and the next night. They loved it and so did I. The pictures portrayed the mood and meaning. Great book.
D**N
Beautifully illustrated child's book
This is a beautifully illustrated child's book about a charming story regarding a blind ox at the time of Christ's birth. While certainly not Biblical, it is a beautiful story nonetheless, one that is certain to put a smile on your face.
M**R
Wonderful book for my 3 year old
My children loves this book! The prose really draws them in at age 3 and 2. And of course the illustrations are superb - very expressive. I love seeing the story of the birth of Christ from the angle of an ox. I now gift this book to my nieces and nephews
T**0
Great Book
I bought this as a gift for my niece then ordered one for my class.
C**E
Love!
I love Christmas books That uniquely weave in the true meaning of Christmas, the birth of Jesus Christ. And this is one of them! I also loved how they had a video reading the story to you before purchase.
A**H
Beautiful perspective of the nativity
Very catchy rhyming book with purpose & meaning! Two storylines/themes in one! So relative! Highly recommend!
J**N
Great book!
This author is FANTASTIC! Highly recommend.
L**N
Even a grumpy old ox can change
This is an uplifting story of change. All of us need to change at times and it is not always easy, but, if the grumpy old ox can do it, so can we. We will find ourselves better off if we do change . The books by this author are very good and even children younger than the stated age can enjoy them.
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