About This Book
Parents looking to shift their child's focus from presents to the joy of preparation will find a perfect partner in this book. 'Doing Christmas' follows a bustling family as they joyfully tackle every festive task together, from choosing a tree and making decorations to baking mince pies and wrapping gifts. The story celebrates the loving, chaotic, and collaborative spirit of the holidays, emphasizing that the real magic is in the shared moments of making and doing. It’s a wonderful, reassuring read for young children (ages 4-8) that normalizes the happy mess of family life and highlights the warmth of teamwork.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular in its approach to Christmas, focusing on family traditions like trees, baking, and gift-giving rather than any religious elements. There are no sensitive topics addressed.
Ideal Reader
The ideal reader is a child aged 4 to 7 who is captivated by the process and excitement of holiday preparations. It's perfect for a child who enjoys detailed, 'slice-of-life' illustrations and stories that reflect their own family's activities, or an idealized version of them. It particularly suits children who appreciate stories about teamwork and making things.
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