by Mo Willems
Part of Pigeon, book 11
First published 2023
The Pigeon has his heart set on the ultimate holiday experience. He has compiled his wish list and reviewed it carefully. All he wants is to take control of Santa's sleigh during the most magical season of the year. Christmas means sleigh driving to him. The holidays mean sleigh driving. Everything about December points to one glorious possibility: getting behind the reins of those famous reindeer. But will anyone let the determined bird fulfill his seasonal ambition? The Pigeon faces the same challenge that has defined his previous adventures. He must convince the world that he deserves this special Christmas privilege. His holiday wishes hang in the balance as he makes his case for why he should be trusted with Santa's most important vehicle.
Genres: christmas, fantasy, comedy
Vibes: whimsical
Tropes: animals-as-characters, wish-fulfillment
40 pages · Hardcover · Union Square Kids