The Legend of Old Befana: An Italian Christmas Story by Tomie dePaola, is an Italian Christmas folktale, about lonely Old Befana, as she continues her search for the Christ Child. Befana can be found sweeping away with her broom, every morning and afternoon. The village children see Old Befana as a cranky old lady that is always sweeping. But when a brilliant star glows in the eastern sky, she sees the procession of three kings on their way to Bethlehem, and her life will never be the same again. Hardcover, 32 pages. Recommended for ages 4 to 8 years old.
