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Picture Book · Ages 3–10 · 2017 · Est. 3 min read-aloud
We Wish for a Monster Christmas
By Sue Fliess, Claudia Ranucci (Illustrator)
Two siblings wish for a monster for Christmas, but chaos ensues.
3.7/5 Goodreads · 90 ratings
32 pages· 275 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Two siblings dream of a Christmas gift like no other—a big, hairy monster. Despite their parents' refusal, Santa grants their wish. But when the monster turns their home into a chaotic playground, the siblings must navigate the unexpected consequences of their unusual request. Will they find a way to tame their new friend, or will their holiday be a monstrous disaster? Discover the hilarious twists in this festive tale.
From the publisher
Dear Santa: please bring us a big hairy, scary MONSTER! This hilarious parody of the traditional carol stars two siblings who want something really special for their Christmas gift. Though Mom and Dad say no, Santa says yes. But having a monster in the house may not be all it’s cracked up to be. . . . Delighted readers will sing along with the merry song.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 275
- Reading age
- 3–10
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD510L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~3.4
- F&P level
- ~N
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 2017
- First published
- October 3, 2017
- Publisher
- Union Square Kids
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781454918943
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