Meet Pip and Amos: a new Christmas story to share and join in with 

Celebrating the launch of Pip, Amos and the First Christmas — and exploring ways to share it with families, churches and children’s groups. 

There was plenty of laughter — and some very enthusiastic donkey impressions — at the launch of Pip, Amos and the First Christmas hosted by our friends at The Salvation Army. It was a joyful introduction to our brand-new Christmas storybook, and a glimpse of the fun that comes from bringing the story to life together. 

The book follows Pip, a curious little mouse, and Amos, a rather grumpy donkey, as they discover that God is doing something wonderful. This delightful retelling of the Christmas story invites children and grown-ups alike to explore the story of Jesus’ birth. 

​As the launch showed, this isn’t simply a book to sit quietly and listen to. With cries of “hee-haw!” and twitching noses, there are plenty of opportunities for everyone to join in. 

Watch the launch and meet Pip and Amos in action

A Christmas story for everyone to join in with

Whether you’re planning a family carol service, an all-age gathering or a Christmas celebration, Pip and Amos offers a playful way to share the Christmas story. The animal characters give listeners something to do as well as something to hear, making participation part of the storytelling. 

Try introducing Pip and Amos before you begin, then invite everyone to practise a mouse’s twitching nose and a donkey’s “hee-haw!” As you read, encourage children and adults to join in with the actions and sounds. You don’t need to leave all the enthusiasm to the youngest members of the room! 

Share the story at home 

The book is also a Christmas story to enjoy together as a family. Settle down for a read-aloud, take turns making the animal sounds and give everyone a chance to bring the characters to life. 

Afterwards, you could ask children which character they enjoyed most or what they noticed about the story of Jesus’ birth. Or simply read it again and let the familiar moments become part of your family’s Christmas celebrations. 

A little gift with a wonderful message 

If you’re looking for a meaningful Christmas gift for children in a toddler group, nursery or school, Pip, Amos and the First Christmas is a beautifully illustrated storybook they can take home and enjoy with their families again and again. 

You could share the story during your group’s Christmas celebration, then give each child a copy to take home. It’s a way to connect the fun of reading together with a story families can return to beyond the event. 

Bulk buying is available, so you can order copies for a whole group or class. 

Bring Pip and Amos into your Christmas 

From a lively all-age service to a cosy family read or a gift for a child, there are plenty of ways to share this new book. However you use it, make room for a little laughter, some twitching noses and a very enthusiastic “hee-haw!” as you celebrate the story of Jesus’ birth.

Find out more about Pip, Amos and the First Christmas or order copies for your family, church or group.