1 / 3The Legend of St. Nicholas: A Story of Christmas Giving
Story: The Legend of St. Nicholas is a faith-based illustrated Christmas picture book by Dandi Daley Mackall, illustrated by Richard Cowdrey. It tells of St. Nicholas secretly helping people in need and giving gifts, with a Christian message aimed at young readers.
At a glance
- A picture-book retelling connecting St. Nicholas with generosity and Christmas gift-giving.
- Faith-based treatment of Christmas that presents giving as a reminder of Jesus Christ.
- The listing says the story includes Christmas traditions from around the world.
- Written by Dandi Daley Mackall and illustrated by Richard Cowdrey.
Reference price: $29.92
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A short, 32-page illustrated format suits a shared seasonal read.
- Its explicit Christian framing may suit families seeking a faith-based Christmas story.
- The story centres on helping people in need and giving to others.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Zonderkidz |
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| Publication date | 23 September 2014 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| Reading age | 4 - 8 years |
| Grade level | 1 - 2 |
| ISBN-10 | 0310731151 |
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| ISBN-13 | 978-0310731153 |
| Dimensions | 23.37 x 1.07 x 28.45 cm |
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| Weight listed | 463 g |
What to know before buying
- Customer feedback is positive about the illustrations and religious message, but reactions to the story and age suitability are mixed. Some customers also question its accuracy as a factual account, so treat it as a faith-based Christmas story rather than a verified biography.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families looking for an illustrated Christian Christmas read for children aged 4–8.
- Advent or Christmas read-alouds centred on generosity and helping others.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a strictly factual account of the historical St. Nicholas.
- Families who do not want an explicitly Christian interpretation of Christmas.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the book as a seasonal Advent or Christmas read, with reported appreciation for its illustrations and religious message. Reactions to the story and suitability for children are mixed, and some feedback questions whether it is factual. For families seeking a short, faith-based picture book about Christmas giving, those differing expectations matter more than treating it as historical biography.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the illustrations positively.
- Customers appreciate the religious message and its connection between Christian beliefs and Santa Claus.
Negative themes
- Some customers question the accuracy of the content as a factual account.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback on the story and whether it is suitable for children is mixed.
Frequently asked questions
What is this book about?
It presents St. Nicholas as a man who secretly helped the poor and gave gifts at Christmas, linking the giving to the Christian message of Jesus Christ.
What age group is it listed for?
The listing gives a reading age of 4–8 years and a grade level of 1–2.
Is it a factual biography of St. Nicholas?
The listing describes a faith-based story, and customer feedback includes concerns about its accuracy as a factual account. It is better suited to readers seeking a Christmas story than a documented biography.
