The Great Gift Swap
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Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2026

The Great Gift Swap

Written and illustrated by Rebecca Elliott

Book #23 in the Owl Diaries series

Can Eva find the perfect gift for George before Moonfest arrives?

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80 pages· ~560L
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Bookroo's summary

Eva faces a festive challenge as Moonfest approaches. With Treetopolis buzzing with holiday cheer, she must navigate a secret gift swap. Drawing George's name, Eva is determined to craft the perfect present. But with decorations to hang, cookies to bake, and family gifts to wrap, time is slipping away. Can Eva balance her holiday tasks and uncover what George truly desires before the longest night of the year? Join Eva in this heartwarming tale of friendship and festive fun, where every moment counts and surprises await around every snowy corner.

From the publisher

In the next installment of this New York Times bestselling early chapter book series, Eva and her friends celebrate the winter holiday, Moonfest!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic’s early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Treetopolis is getting ready for Moonfest, a holiday celebrating the longest night of the year. The owls decorate their trees, have a community sing-along, and play in the snow. And this year, Eva and her class are having a secret gift swap! But when Eva draws George’s name, she is stumped about what to make for him. Eva wants to learn more about George so she can give him the best gift ever. But she also has to make decorations, bake cookies, and wrap presents for her entire family. Will Eva have time to get everything done before Moonfest?With full-color artwork on every page, color-coded speech bubbles, easy-to-read text, and adorable characters, this New York Times bestselling series is perfect for newly independent readers!Continue this book series with Eva the Owlet, an Apple TV+ original series!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
80
Reading age
5–7
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
~560L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.7
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
September 1, 2026
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781546127130

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