Príbeh, ktorý nám pomáha nezabudnúť na ten Najdôležitejší Dar.
Vďaka komu bude Najväčší dar u vás doma?
„JA“ – áno, milý darca. Aj ty stojíš za Najväčším darom.
Práca ľudí na knižke je neodmysliteľne dôležitá a bez nej by nevznikla. Avšak stále ostane iba na stránkach wordu či v grafickom programe. Aby sme ju však mohli držať v ruke, ty si ten kľúčový človek, bez ktorého sa to neudeje. Ďakujem, že sa pridáš k týmto ľuďom, ktorí na tom pracujú:
Janka a Branislav Schmogrovits – autori filmu Braňo a Kamila – Vianoce, ktorý sa stal námetom pre knihu. Spoločne slúžia deťom bábkovým divadlom v spojenej škole Ako doma a na Tábore Levitov.
Janka Ugroczy – autorka knihy. Mama ôsmich detí, blogerka, autorka dvoch detských knižiek pre deti, ktorá túži, aby deti spoznali ich výnimočnosť.
Simona Ježová – ilustrátorka, ktorá od malička kreslila, na čo mohla. Vyštudovala históriu v Škótsku a jej snom je jedného dňa písať a ilustrovať dejepisné knižky pre deti. Má veľké srdce pre detskú službu a hrala postavičku Braňa na nejednom detskom tábore.
Zuzana Vandáková – jazyková korektorka, laická dominikánka, povolaním novinárka a vášnivá čitateľka. Jej radosťou je objavovať Boha vo všednosti.
Lucia Grejtáková – grafička knižky, avšak jej najväčšou vášňou je akvarelová ilustrácia. Spolupracuje s vydavateľstvami aj autormi. Okrem toho graficky upravuje knihy a píše príbehy pre malých aj veľkých.
Polygrafické centrum s Milanom Balážom – ktorý sa postará o to, aby v tlači prebehlo všetko v poriadku. Je tým najlepším konzultantom pre všetky moje nápady, aby knižka bola naozaj podľa predstáv a aby dostala to, čo si ten Najväčší Dar zaslúži.
Na čo získané peniaze použijeme?
Vaša podpora nepomáha len vzniku jednej detskej knižky. Pomáhate šíriť niečo oveľa hlbšie. Posolstvo Vianoc, ktoré sa dnes tak ľahko stráca v zhone, darčekoch a očakávaniach.
Táto kniha chce deťom aj rodičom jemne pripomenúť, že Vianoce nie sú len o tom, čo dostaneme, ale o tom, čo nám už bolo darované. O láske, nádeji, blízkosti… a o Najväčšom dare, na ktorý by sme nemali zabudnúť.
Je to dar, ktorý je tu pre každého. Nie preto, že si ho zaslúžime alebo že vždy konáme správne. Ale preto, že nám bol daný z lásky. Bez podmienok. Pre každého z nás. Aj vďaka vám sa toto posolstvo lásky dostane do rodín, kde môže priniesť pokoj, zastavenie a možno aj nový pohľad na to, čo je skutočne dôležité.
Získané peniaze pokryjú tieto náklady:
1. míľnik – 2 500 eur
Ďakujeme: Práve sme pokryli ilustrácie.
2. míľnik – 5 000 eur
Huráá: Prvých 500 Najväčších darov môže uzrieť svetlo sveta.
3. míľnik – 7 000 eur
Práve sme pokryli jazykovú korektúru, editovanie, grafické práce, karty identity a časť odmien.
4. míľnik – 9 000 eur
O Najväčšom dare ste práve povedali 1 000 rodinám.
5. míľnik – 11 000 eur
Obrovské ďakujem. Pokryli sme úplne všetky náklady. Knižka vyjde v úžasnom 1 400 ks náklade, darujeme 40 kníh do rodín, ktoré sú v ťažkej životnej situácii, a prinesieme im nádej a dobrú správu o Najväčšom Dare.

The greatest gift
My dear American friend, I know you won’t be able to read the book just yet, but I hope it will eventually be available in English.
However, if you decide to support the publication of my next little book, as a small token of my gratitude for your generosity and support, I’d be happy to send you the “Cards of Identity”—a set of 20 printable cards that remind us who we are in Jesus Christ. If you decide to support me, please select the “Cards of Identity” reward and choose any amount. Thank you, friends. You can find my story below.
Introduction to the Story
For 16 years now, this story has been a part of our lives, becoming an integral part of our extended family and our Christmas celebrations.
The story of Braňo and Kamila, who discover the true mystery of Christmas. This story is a genuine invitation to find the answer to two questions you’ve likely heard from your children many times:
"Mom, Dad, why do we celebrate Christmas?
And why do we give each other gifts?"
A story that helps us remember The Greatest Gift.
Over the years, as our children grew up, this story became our Christmas tradition and, quietly but deeply, found a place in my heart. When I later wrote my first book, I sensed that the Holy Spirit was guiding me to give this story a new form and bring it back to life. So that it wouldn’t remain just a 20-year-old video, buried on YouTube, but could find its way directly into children’s hands – as a book. So I reached out to the creator of the idea, and he gladly agreed. He was thrilled that Braňo and Kamila could come to life again – this time on the pages of a book.
Today, we stand at the beginning of this journey.
And I invite you, too – o become a part of it. Help us bring this extraordinary story to life and share it with children and families, so that together we may never forget The Greatest Gift.
What will you discover in this book?
- an engaging, funny, and adventurous story about two friends, Braňo and Kamila, who find themselves in a situation where Christmas no longer makes sense to them, so they
set off on a journey to Bethlehem to find answers to their questions, - biblical truths about the meaning of Christmas,
- why we give gifts,
- the difference between a reward and a gift – all explained in language that is simple and
playful for children, - children will also discover other names for Jesus,
- a notebook within the book where children can write down their own questions they would like to ask Jesus,
- beautiful illustrations throughout the 64 pages.
Who am I?
I’m a mom of eight, the author of two children’s books about Sebastian, and a passionate writer of life stories, family experiences, and personal testimonies, which I love to share on my family blog.
As a former homeschooling mom, I’m also an enthusiastic creator of educational Bible materials for children and families. My greatest desire is for us to recognize our value and the identity we have in God. I believe that when we know who we are, we also know where we’re going.
Why a Christmas book in the spring?
No one is thinking about Christmas right now. Not even me. We have a beautiful time of year – Easter. And this story goes hand in hand with Easter. At Christmas, we commemorate the
birth of the Greatest Gift; at Easter, the greatest gift we have received – eternal life. One goes
hand in hand with the other, and together they form a beautiful story.
But why now?
Publishing a book, printing it, and taking care of everything involved is a long process. If we want to enjoy the book this Christmas, we need to book a printing date now and agree on the print run. Your interest and support will help me make these decisions now and cover the associated costs.
And you’ll be able to look forward to having prepared for Christmas and Advent a little earlier, allowing you to enter this beautiful season in peace, without the rush of last-minute
preparations.
Thank you.
How will we use the money raised?
Your support doesn’t just help create a single children’s book. You’re helping to spread something much deeper: the message of Christmas, which is so easily lost today amid the hustle and bustle, gifts, and expectations.
This book aims to gently remind both children and parents that Christmas isn’t just about what we receive, but about what has already been given to us. About love, hope, closeness…
and about the Greatest Gift, which we must not forget.
It is a gift that is here for everyone. Not because we deserve it or because we always do the right thing. But because it was given to us out of love. Unconditionally. For each and every one of us. Thanks to you, this message of love will reach families where it can bring peace, a moment of pause, and perhaps even a new perspective on what truly matters.
The funds raised will cover the following costs:
1st milestone – €2,500
Thank you: We’ve just covered the illustrations.
2nd milestone – €5,000
Hooray: The first 500 largest donations will see the light of day.
3rd milestone – €7,000
We’ve just covered proofreading, editing, graphic design, character cards, and part of the
rewards.
4th milestone – €9,000
You’ve just told 1,000 families about The Greatest Gift.
5th milestone – €11,000
A huge thank you. We have covered absolutely all costs. The book will be published in an amazing print run of 1,400 copies; we will donate 40 books to families facing difficult life circumstances, bringing them hope and the good news of The Greatest Gift.
















