Sparrow's Blue Christmas
Illustrated by Ag Jatkowska
Publisher
Beaming Books
Publication
Sep 08, 2026
Series
Format
Hardback
Illustrated
Yes
Price
18.99
Dimensions
9.25 x 9.25 in
ISBN
9798889834816
Pages
32
Age
4 - 8 years
Category
Illustrated Picture BooksCharacter DevelopmentJuvenile Fiction
Rights Sold
🌍 World Wide Rights Available
Description
Awards & Endorsements
Stephanie Moulton Sarkis PhD, best-selling author and board-certified psychotherapist
Author(s)
Roger Hutchison
Illustrator(s)
Ag Jatkowska
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| Publisher | Augsburg Fortress |
| Publication | Sep 08, 2026 |
| Format | Hardback |
| ISBN | 9798889834816 |
| Pages | 32 |
| Dimensions | 9.25 x 9.25 in |
| Age | 4 - 8 |
| Price | 18.99 |
Categories
Illustrated Picture BooksCharacter DevelopmentJuvenile Fiction
BISAC Codes
JUVENILE FICTION / Holidays & Celebrations / Christmas & Advent
JUVENILE FICTION / Religious / Christian / Emotions & Feelings
JUVENILE FICTION / Social Issues / Death & Dying
Sparrow's Blue Christmas
by Roger Hutchison
Illustrated by Ag Jatkowska
Gather around for a story where being not okay is welcome, and all feelings are acceptable during the Christmas season--even grief.
Sparrow eagerly anticipates Christmas and tries to invite each of his friends to do fun Christmas activities with him. But each one is feeling blue, anxious, or lonely and is struggling to get into the Christmas spirit. Sparrow is puzzled, but soon realizes that his friends need to know it's okay to not be okay at Christmas. He organizes a Blue Christmas gathering, during which each friend shares how they are feeling and finds comfort in one another and God.
It's okay to not always be jolly at Christmas. There's room for both joy and sadness. All feelings are welcome during the Christmas season.
In this gorgeous picture book, Roger Hutchison, author of Sparrow's Prayer and Sparrow's Easter Garden, artfully makes space for those who may not be feeling festive during the holidays. Gentle, luminous artwork by Ag Jatkowska brings readers comfort and joy through visual storytelling.
A perfect Christmas gift for Blue Christmas or Longest Night worship services, children's messages during Advent, or for anyone feeling sad during the holidays.
Reviews, Awards & Endorsements
Stephanie Moulton Sarkis PhD, best-selling author and board-certified psychotherapist
“As a therapist, I appreciate books that help children name and accept difficult emotions without treating them as problems to be solved. Sparrow’s Blue Christmas offers a thoughtful message of belonging, empathy, and emotional honesty.”
Author
Roger Hutchison
Roger Hutchison is an award-winning author, illustrator, creative communicator, and lay ministry leader in the Episcopal Church. Roger is known for his compassionate work with children affected by tragedy and for his openness about his journey with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Hutchison is the author of Sparrow's Prayer and several other books, including My Favorite Color Is Blue. Sometimes: A Journey through Loss with Art and Color, The Very Best Day: The Way of Love for Children, and The Gift of Baptism.
Illustrator
Ag Jatkowska
Ag Jatkowska is an illustrator who lives and works in the United Kingdom. With a passion for creating whimsical scenes full of cute animals, soft colors, and various textures, Ag has illustrated dozens of children's books for publishers all over the world. In her spare time, she loves to discover new places and take long walks with her family. She is fascinated by different cultures, and loves film, theatre, and chocolate.
Current Licenses
🌍 World Wide Rights Available