Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo!

Name: Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo!
Brand: Harper UK
Availability: InStock
Author: Emma Chichester Clark
ISBN: 9780008527761

Author: Emma Chichester Clark

Series: Blue Kangaroo

Narrator: Joanna Lumley

Unabridged: 14 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperCollinsChildren’sBooks

Published: 10/28/2021

Categories: Children's Fiction, Holiday Stories, Toys, Dolls & Puppets, Animal Stories, Children's Social Themes

Synopsis

Lily and Blue Kangaroo – a friendship forever! A heart warming festive story featuring Lily and her much-loved toy, Blue Kangaroo, read by Joanna Lumley. It’s Christmas Eve, and Lily is excitedly wondering if Father Christmas will come. She has made cards for everyone, helped to decorate the house and put presents under the tree. “This one is just for you, Blue Kangaroo!” she says.“Just for me!” thinks Blue Kangaroo. But Blue Kangaroo doesn’t have a present for Lily, and he lies awake worrying. Is there anyone who might be able to help?

Reviews

Goodreads review by Abigail on November 23, 2018

As Lily and her family prepare for Christmas, the loving little girl continually tells her cherished toy, Blue Kangaroo, that this card, this present, and this carol is just for him. Blue Kangaroo longs to be able to give something to Lily in return - something that is just for her. But how? It is o......more

Goodreads review by Gerry on November 27, 2018

I have a great affinity with Blue Kangaroo if only because my daughter cherished her Blue Rabbit, so I understand Lily's love for her lovable animal. [Blue Rabbit still exists, even though he has lost all his stuffing and only has one eye and he is still with my daughter who is aged ... well, over 2......more

Goodreads review by John on November 21, 2024

Merry Christmas to You, Blue Kangaroo is a sweet holiday story written and illustrated by Emma Chichester Clark that makes for a great read aloud. As Lilly prepares for Christmas, taking part in many traditional activities, she includes her favorite toy kangaroo. The kangaroo magically wishes that h......more

Goodreads review by Teme on December 06, 2018

Reading all of this author's children's books. I love the stories and I could look at the vibrant, gorgeous illustrations all day. Only returning them to the library because they insist I must.......more

Goodreads review by Sarah on March 11, 2019

An adorable book featuring Lily and Blue Kangaroo at Christmas.......more

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Praise for Merry Christmas Blue Kangaroo!: ‘This festive tale captures perfectly a young child’s excitement and anticipation growing as Christmas approaches … such a delight to read.’ BookLoverJo ‘Blue Kangaroo (and his helper) provide the touch of magic that will enchant the children.’ TheBookBag Praise for the Blue Kangaroo series: ‘Irresistible… brimming with ‘Aaah’ factor.’ Bookseller ‘Blue Kangaroo is a winner.’ T. E. S. ‘Warm, funny and beautifully observed. Any family that hasn’t yet discovered Blue Kangaroo has a treat in store.’ Daily Telegraph ‘Blue Kangaroo is rapidly becoming an all-time classic children's character.’ Books For Keeps