The Three Wise Men by Loek Koopmans

• A magical and beautifully illustrated retelling of the Christmas story
• Soft illustrations and gentle language make this perfect for reading aloud
• An original version of the nativity following the wise men's journey

Long, long ago, a very special star appeared in the night sky. It shone more brightly than all the other stars. Three wise men called Melchior, Caspar and Balthasar gazed at the star in wonder. They had never seen anything like it before.

In this beautifully illustrated book the three Kings decide to journey west, following the star to a very special destination.

Loek Koopmans' retelling of one part of the Christmas story is full of life and character, as well as mystery and wonder. This charming traditional tale will help young children celebrate the nativity.

hardback

32 pages

ISBN 9781782507222

Loek Koopmans was born in the Netherlands in 1943 and studied at the Academy of Art and Design in Arnhem. He illustrates picture books, writes stories and is a painter, and in 1993 and 1996 he won the Dutch Award for best illustrated book. He is the author and illustrator of the children's books Any Room For Me?, The Pancake That Ran Away, The Three Wise Men and The Little Christmas Tree.