Christmas Book for Children

From the New York Times bestselling illustrator of A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo, E.G. Keller, comes a hilarious "first Christmas" picture book story told from a dog's perspective. In this laugh-out-loud funny and charming holiday tale, the lovable "patrol dog" Murray is put on high alert by all the sudden changes around the holidays – from the tree in the living room to the laundry mistakenly hung by the fireplace, threats seem to lurk everywhere! And worst of all? Some random guy in a red suit keeps showing up everywhere, and Murray is not impressed. Can he learn to embrace the festivities, or will Murray's misguided attempts to protect his family ruin Christmas?

"This is a perfect Christmas read-aloud; children will want to take this book—and Murray—home," raves School Library Journal in a starred review.

The story follows Murray, a loyal and attentive dog who takes his role as the family's protector very seriously. When the usual household routines are disrupted by the arrival of Christmas, Murray's instincts go into overdrive. The new tree, strange decorations, and even the laundry hung near the fireplace all raise red flags for the anxious pup.

Murray's wariness only increases when a mysterious figure in a red suit begins appearing around the house. Rather than embracing the jolly visitor, Murray views him as a threat and springs into action, determined to safeguard his loved ones. His hilarious attempts to "defend" the family from Santa only succeed in creating more chaos and comedy.

As the big day approaches, Murray must decide whether to give in to his protective impulses or learn to enjoy the holiday festivities. With the help of his understanding owners, can this earnest dog learn to let go and celebrate Christmas? Or will his misguided efforts to keep his family safe ruin the holiday altogether?

Keller's vibrant illustrations perfectly capture Murray's endearing personality and the whimsical holiday setting. Readers will delight in watching the loyal pup navigate the unfamiliar customs of the season, all while keeping his family's best interests at heart.

This charming Christmas tale is a delightful read-aloud that is sure to have children giggling. Murray's heartwarming journey to embrace the spirit of the season will resonate with young readers, who are sure to fall in love with this lovable canine protagonist. A must-have for any holiday book collection, this picture book is a wonderful addition to the canon of classic Christmas stories.

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