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Description
Set in the suburban town of Scarborough during a contemporary Christmas, the novel follows a young narrator and his extended family as they gather for the holiday. The plot describes the family crowding into a living room, drinking punch, and the children searching for presents. The narrative also recounts winter activities such as making angels in the snow and sledding down snow-covered slopes. The events provide a snapshot of a modern family Christmas in the suburbs.
Quick Summary
This isn't your typical cozy Christmas tale with sugarplums and quiet fireplaces. Kids will race through pages filled with snowball fights, snow angels, and skiing down endless snowy hills while discovering what makes a childhood Christmas truly unforgettable. If your kid loves the nostalgic family chaos of "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" or wants a wilder, snowier take on holiday memories, they'll be hooked. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 6 who want a Christmas story that trades quiet reverence for snowy thrills and belly laughs.