Touchy-Feely The Nativity by Fiona Watt and Rachel Wells - Ages 0-5 - Board Book

Title:
Touchy-feely The Nativity

Format: Board book
ISBN: 9781836051886

Overview:
Introduce the true meaning of Christmas to babies and toddlers with this engaging Usborne Touchy-Feely Nativity board book. Designed for little hands, it blends a gentle retelling of the Christmas story with interactive textures that invite touch as you read. The vibrant, friendly illustrations by Rachel Wells bring the scene to life—the kind of warm, reassuring visuals that parents and carers return to year after year. Written by Fiona Watt, a trusted voice at Usborne, this title sits within the celebrated Touchy-Feely range, known for turning reading into a sensory adventure. With ten sturdy pages, the book is compact enough for short, cozy reading sessions, yet rich enough to introduce key moments of the Nativity: a donkey guiding Mary to Bethlehem, shepherds and their sheep, a sparkling angel, and even the Wise Men paying a visit to the newborn Jesus, who lies snug in a soft blanket. This is a classic first Christmas book, an ideal gift for toddlers starting to explore stories through touch, and a dependable staple for holiday shelves. It’s the perfect introduction to the Nativity for little ones, helping little readers connect with the season through touch and sight.

What You’ll Discover Inside:
Inside this ten-page board book, young children will discover a tactile journey through the Christmas story. The Nativity is presented with a warm, gentle tone that is easy for tiny listeners to follow, while the textured patches on each page invite curious fingers to explore—a hallmark of Usborne’s Touchy-Feely line. You’ll meet Mary and Baby Jesus, see a donkey carrying Mary to Bethlehem, and glimpse shepherds tending their woolly flock, a shimmering angel with outstretched wings, and the Wise Men visiting the manger. The soft, durable materials are designed to withstand enthusiastic hands, making it perfect for early readers who love to participate in the storytelling. The bold, approachable artwork by Rachel Wells supports language development and imagination, offering clear visual cues to accompany the simple text. This book blends sensory play with storytelling, turning storytime into an interactive, comforting ritual during the holiday season.

Who It’s For:
This board book is ideal for babies and toddlers—especially those aged 0–3—who enjoy touch-and-feel experiences during storytime. It’s an excellent first Nativity book, a thoughtful Christmas gift, and a reliable addition to nurseries or preschool classrooms. Parents, grandparents, and gift buyers will appreciate its sturdy format that stands up to daily reading and exploration. For families with young children who love interactive, tactile books, this title offers a gentle, age-appropriate way to introduce the nativity story while fostering vocabulary, sensory awareness, and early narrative skills. It’s equally suitable for group story times in early years settings, where the textures can become a shared, collaborative reading experience.

Key Highlights:

• Interactive touch-and-feel textures across every page
• Simple Nativity retelling tailored for babies and toddlers
• Bright, friendly illustrations by Rachel Wells
• Durable board book format designed for little hands
• Part of Usborne’s beloved Touchy-Feely series
• Ideal Christmas gift or first Nativity book

About the Author:
Fiona Watt is an Editorial Director and writer at Usborne Publishing, renowned for creating accessible, engaging books for very young readers. Her long association with Usborne spans many award-winning titles, including the popular That's Not My... series, which showcases her strength in crafting simple, reassuring text that pairs perfectly with bold, friendly illustrations. Rachel Wells, the illustrator, brings warmth and charm to the Nativity scene with lively animals and human characters rendered in a way that resonates with little readers. Wells is celebrated for her work on the That’s Not My... books and other Usborne titles, known for bright palettes, clear shapes, and expressive characters. Together, Watt and Wells create a tactile, inviting reading experience that introduces young children to Christmas themes while supporting early literacy and sensory play.

Why You’ll Love This Book:
This Nativity title stands out in a crowded market because it combines the timeless beauty of the Christmas story with hands-on, sensory learning. The touch-and-feel patches invite participation, turning reading into a playful activity rather than a passive ritual. The compact board-book format is perfect for toddlers who are learning to turn pages, grip textures, and participate in storytelling. With its gentle narrative and vivid illustrations, it becomes a repeat-worthy friend for bedtime or quiet moments during December, helping families build warm Christmas traditions. The collaboration of Fiona Watt’s child-friendly storytelling and Rachel Wells’s inviting art ensures a welcoming entry point into faith-inspired storytelling for very young children, while still appealing to secular families who simply love a festive, visually engaging book.

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