The Book · By Barry Winslow
Vision of Christmas Future
A familiar celebration. An unexpected friendship. A Christmas journey that takes three young friends beyond Earth.
Christmas, Through New Eyes
Valon and Shala are two young visitors from another planet. When they befriend an Earth boy named Barry, the three travel around Earth to find out what the Christmas celebration is all about.
Then it is Barry’s turn to discover another world. He travels with Valon and Shala to their home planet, where he finds that Christmas is celebrated there, too.
Friendship, curiosity, and the wonder of the season come together in this illustrated story for young listeners and the adults who read with them.
Meet Barry, Valon & Shala
Barry
A young boy from Earth who makes two new friends and joins them on a Christmas adventure.
Valon
One of two young visitors from another planet, discovering Earth’s Christmas celebration with Barry.
Shala
Valon’s fellow visitor, sharing the journey around Earth and welcoming Barry to their home planet.
A Glimpse Into Their Journey
From Earth to Another World
Made for Shared Storytime
A Christmas Journey Families Can Discover Together
Young Listeners
An illustrated adventure created with children approximately ages 3–6 in mind.
Parents & Grandparents
Settle in together and make room for a Christmas story at the end of the day.
Imagination & Discovery
A familiar celebration opens up a new world of friendship, curiosity, and adventure.
A Story to Share Together
Barry’s path to children’s books grew out of a life in music and an enduring wish to bring families together. With Vision of Christmas Future, that wish becomes an invitation to sit down, turn the pages, and discover the story together.
Available in English & Spanish
Ready for a Christmas Adventure Beyond the Stars?
Join Barry, Valon, and Shala as they discover Christmas across Earth and beyond.