FICTION

We Wish You a Merry Christmas

Bloomsbury. Sept. 2024. 32p. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9781547614912.
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PreS-Gr 1–This homage to the labor of holiday magic-makers depicts a family’s preparation for Christmas. They pick and decorate a tree, make cookies, host their loved ones, and more. Text is inspired by the song “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.” Swaney’s soft digital and pencil illustrations show a multigenerational and multiracial family celebrating the holiday with traditions such as Christmas crackers and stockings. The family’s two pet dogs lend a gentle humor to the story as they join in the festivities.
VERDICT While the story is nothing new, the charming illustrations make this a worthy addition to a holiday collection.
Reviewed by Nora Clancy , Jul 26, 2024

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