This post is in partnership with Bianca Schulze and The Children’s Book Review. The review and opinions expressed in this post are based on my personal views.
My Review
Leave it to a charming dragon to teach us all a lesson about the busyness of Christmas. In Merry Christmas, Dragon! Dragon loves Christmas and never wants to miss any of the Christmas events. She rushes from one thing to the next, but was not really enjoying her time because she was focused on getting on to the next thing.
When Dragon rushed she forgot about her tail. Her long dragon tail was making a big mess. As she rushed her tail knocked over things, food, and even people. That was the thing that caused her to stop and think about what she was doing.
Would Dragon decide to slow down and enjoy each experience without all the rush or would she continue rushing through the holidays?
This story was a joy to read and I know that my grandchildren will want me to read it over and over. The illustrations are precious! Everywhere the child looks there are adorable little creatures, homes, and friends of Dragon. The hardback with a jacket is top quality and the interior pages filled with amazing color combinations. I love this book!
ABOUT THE BOOK
Merry Christmas, Dragon!
Written by Bianca Schulze
Illustrated by Samara Hardy
Ages: 3-5 | 32 Pages
Publisher: Clever Publishing (2026) | ISBN-13: 979-8888674895
Publisher’s Book Summary: Dragon is so excited for Christmas that she wants to do every fun activity all at once. But when her well-intentioned enthusiasm for the holiday season ends up causing chaos, will she learn to slow down and enjoy the special moments? This fun story takes readers into a winter wonderland at the kingdom and offers the gentle lessons of being present in the moment and appreciating what you have. This is the 7th installment in the Dragon book series by Bianca Schulze. Check out the latest books, Sharing is Caring, Dragon! and A New Friend for Dragon!
PURCHASE LINKS
Amazon: https://link.amazon/B0bzUXwVf
Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/merry-christmas-dragon-bianca-schulze/1148765267?ean=9798888674895
Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/2078/9798888674895
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Bianca Schulze is the founder and editor of The Children’s Book Review—a resource devoted to children’s literature and literacy—and host of The Growing Readers Podcast.
Bianca is also the author of Don’t Wake the Dragon (translated into 20 languages), now a seven-book series, and 101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up (an Amazon Editors’ pick for Best Nonfiction for Kids). A passionate advocate for children’s literature, Bianca serves as the Webinar Coordinator for the SCBWI Rocky Mountain Chapter and is an active member of The Authors Guild.
Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, Bianca now lives near Boulder, Colorado, with her husband and three children, where she continues to be a reader, reviewer, and devoted children’s book lover.
Website: https://www.biancaschulze.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biancaschulzewriter/
ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR
Samara Hardy is the illustrator of Don’t Wake the Dragon and Who Loves the Dragon? An experienced illustrator and designer, she has created artwork for clients worldwide for greeting cards, stationery, homewares, children’s books, and more. She lives in Surrey, England.
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GIVEAWAY
Readers who follow along on this virtual book tour will have the chance to win some Dragon-sized Christmas cheer! Two lucky readers will each receive a signed copy of Merry Christmas, Dragon! One grand prize winner will unwrap an extra-special holiday treat: a cookie baking kit and the complete collection of all seven Dragon books, signed by the author!
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