How Christmas Came

How Christmas Came: A Child's Story of Jesus' Birth

Long ago, on a quiet night filled with wonder, God gave the world its greatest gift.

How Christmas Came gently invites young readers into the true story of Jesus' birth-told through a child's eyes and filled with awe, simplicity, and hope. From the angel's joyful announcement to the humble manger in Bethlehem, this timeless story unfolds with warmth and clarity, helping children understand why Christmas is more than lights, gifts, and celebration.

Written with tender language and child-friendly storytelling, this book offers families a meaningful way to share the heart of Christmas together. Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom storytelling, or seasonal traditions, How Christmas Came reminds readers of every age that love entered the world in the most unexpected way.

A beautiful introduction to the Nativity story, one that will be treasured and reread for years to come.

Author: Beth Mims,Crystal Taylor-Johnson
Publisher: Dressed in Love Press, LLC
Published: 11/03/2026
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.24lbs
Size: 10.00h x 8.00w x 0.09d
ISBN: 9781970354256
Audience: Ages 4-8

About the Author
Taylor-Johnson, Crystal: - Crystal Johnson is a devoted mother, proud grandmother, and licensed minister with a heart for faith and family. She is the project manager at Dressed in Love Press, LLC. As a widow, she has embraced life's challenges with grace and resilience, finding joy in the love of her three amazing daughters and her cherished grandson. Crystal is also a businesswoman, serving as an owner of T&E Seasonings, where she brings passion and dedication to her work. She holds an Associate's Degree in Business Administration, equipping her with the skills to thrive in entrepreneurship. In her spare time, she enjoys creating beautiful works of art through arts and crafts and making lasting memories with her grandson and granddaughter.Mims, Beth: - Beth Mims has discovered that grace often reveals itself in unexpected places-in the quiet beauty of a garden, the laughter of grandchildren, and even the storms that threaten to shake life's foundations. Through seasons of joy and heartache, she has come to know one unchanging truth: God's goodness is not diminished by life's difficulties, and His grace is sufficient to carry us through them all.Raised amid the natural beauty of Florida's Gulf Coast and Georgia's clay hills, Beth developed a lifelong appreciation for faith, family, and the lessons found in everyday experiences. A retired educator, she believes the classroom extends far beyond school walls and that some of life's most meaningful lessons emerge from unexpected circumstances.An accomplished author and speaker, Beth draws upon her personal experiences, love of Scripture, and unwavering devotion to Jesus Christ to encourage and inspire others. Whether writing poetry, prose, stories, or biblical reflections, her message remains constant: God's grace is woven throughout His Word, from creation to the cross, and continues to transform lives today.Beth's writing has appeared in several literary and Christian publications, and she is an active member of Word Weavers International. Her heartfelt desire is that readers will encounter God's goodness, discover hope in difficult seasons, and recognize His faithful presence in their own stories.Beth and her husband of more than forty years make their home along the picturesque Florida-Georgia border. They are blessed with two daughters and five grandchildren who fill their lives with love, laughter, and adventure. When she isn't writing or speaking, Beth enjoys traveling, fishing with her husband, tending her flowers, listening to music, and welcoming the hummingbirds that visit her garden.Through every chapter of her life, Beth continues to embrace the grace that has sustained her, trusting that every story-whether marked by sunshine or storms-offers another opportunity to point others toward the goodness of God.Connect with Beth at www.bethmims.comHutchinson Hayes, Katherine: - Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes teaches mixed-media art for Light For The Future, teaching students virtually every week and visiting annually to provide hands-on instruction. In 2022, she organized a successful online art auction featuring student artwork, and in 2023, her students' creations were showcased in a historic museum in Guatemala City. A former educator and principal, she is the owner of Dressed in Love Press, LLC, an independent traditional publishing company. She is also an author, speaker, podcaster, editor, and children's book illustrator passionate about nurturing creativity and helping young artists build confidence and grow their artistic expression. Connect with her at www.dressedinlovepress.net