Merry Christmas, Mary Christmas!

Written by Laurie Friedman · Illustrated by Kathryn Durst

Can Mary make the biggest Christmas celebration even merrier this year?

4.0 Goodreads · 115 ratings

32 pages· 677 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· AD640L

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Bookroo's summary

Seven-year-old Mary Christmas feels overwhelmed by her family's extravagant holiday celebrations. Determined to find her own way to love Christmas, she embarks on a quest to make this year's festivities truly special. With the help of her family and their spirited dog, Rudy, Mary discovers that the key to a merrier Christmas might be simpler than she thought. Will she succeed in spreading joy and finding the true meaning of the holiday? Join Mary in this heartwarming tale of cheer and sharing, perfect for anyone who believes in the magic of Christmas.

From the publisher

Every year, the Christmas family puts up the biggest Christmas tree. They hang up the most lights. And their dog, Rudy, barks Jingle Bells for the entire neighborhood to hear. The Christmas family LOVES Christmas! That is, all except for seven-year-old Mary Christmas. Mary wants to love it. But how do you make a Christmas celebration better when it’s already as big as can be? With some help from her family–and Rudy–Mary just may find a way to make this year’s celebration the merriest yet. With oversized humor and heart, this story of spreading Christmas cheer is sure to become a holiday classic. Friedman makes the case that the best thing to do with abundance is to share it.–Publishers Weekly The message that one person can bring about positive change, no matter the situation, is triumphant, and the idea that the holidays are for sharing is beautifully presented. . . . A merry selection, just perfect for storytimes highlighting the true meaning of Christmas.–School Library Journal

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