Book Review: 'The Story of the Three Wise Kings by Tomie dePaola

✰✰✰✰✰ The story of the wise men who traveled to Bethlehem to honor a baby was first told in the Gospel of St. Matthew. Over the centuries, more was added to the story. Here, the author tells the story of three kings: Melchior, Gaspar, and Balthazar. Each of these kings studied the stars. When a brilliant new star appeared, each king realized that a great king was about to arrive. So each set out alone to find this baby. Along the way, the three kings met, but lost sight of the great star. This is a story of adventure and wonder as the three kings must continue on their journey guided by faith.

The Bottom Line: Originally published in 1983, this edition has been carefully restored. Illustrated in acrylic, this beautiful picture book is sure to be treasured for many holidays to come. Highly recommended seasonal reading.

Details: The Story of the Three Wise Kings retold & illustrated by Tomie dePaola. Picture book published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers in 2020. 32 p. ISBN: 9781534466524