FICTION

How Many Sleeps Until Christmas?!

by Rebecca Patterson (text) & illus. by Luciano Lozano
Quarto/Happy Yak. Sept. 2025. 32p. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9781836003021. K-Gr 2
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K-Gr 2–Patterson captures the excitement and impatience of the holiday season in a hilarious and heartwarming tale that will have grown-ups chuckling and kids asking, “What’s so funny?” Told through the eyes of an eager little girl with tan skin and brown hair, the story begins when she spots Christmas decorations side-by-side with Halloween displays and is sure Christmas must be just days away. Despite there being 53 sleeps to go, the countdown begins—complete with festive chaos, repeated renditions of “Jingle Bells,” and mounting holiday anticipation. Lozano’s vibrant and expressive illustrations add warmth and charm, bringing the characters and their holiday antics to life while including a layer of nostalgia that adults will appreciate.
VERDICT This delightful book is a perfect holiday read-aloud, capturing the magic, impatience, and joy of the season through a child’s eyes—and a parent’s experience. A must-add for any holiday collection.
Reviewed by Darla Kaminsky , Aug 08, 2025

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