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The Grumpy Owl and the Joy of Christmas

by Jonathan Maltz, Christopher Poch

  • New to Eden
  • 5 - 10 Years
  • Paperback
  • Publisher: Church House Publishing
  • 21 x 21 x 0.5 cm

£5.49

Due for release on 26 September 2025. Pre-order today.

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A unique Christmas tale for ages 5-11

This illustrated Christian book for children, shares the nativity story in a fun & accessible way

Includes imagery from award winning illustrator Jago

This Christmas, share the joy of the season with the grumpy owl! A fun, accessible nativity story to enjoy throughout Advent
Laura White

Laura White

Eden Children's Resources Specialist

Something wonderful is about to happen in the old, lonely, empty barn. A very special baby is going to be born. But the grumpy owl who lives there just wants to be left alone. Can any of the other animals help him change his mind? Or will he miss out on the amazing joy of the first Christmas?

The Grumpy Owl and the Joy of Christmas tells the story of Jesus’ birth through the eyes of an owl who seems determined to miss all the excitement.

This charming re-telling of the nativity story by Jonathan Maltz and Christopher Poch has been beautifully illustrated by Jago, award-winning illustrator of The Jesus Storybook Bible which has sold over six million copies.

Destined to become a family favourite for many years to come, The Grumpy Owl and the Joy of Christmas will be a major focus for the Church of England’s 2025 Christmas campaign, with a range of digital resources to support schools, churches and households in sharing the joy of Christmas this year.

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  • Title

    The Grumpy Owl and the Joy of Christmas

  • Book Format

    Paperback / softback

  • Publisher

    Church House Publishing

  • Published

    September 2025

  • Illustrator

    Jago

  • Recommended for Ages

    from 5 years up to 11 years

  • Weight

    88g

  • Dimensions

    21 x 21 x 0.5 cm

  • ISBN

    9781781405291

  • ISBN-10

    1781405298

  • Eden Code

    7186231

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