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Brave Little Changed Forever: Dasher is an illustrated Christmas story about a young reindeer who longs for a different life, meets Santa, and helps change Christmas. The 40-page book is listed for preschool through grade 3, while customer feedback describes it as an engaging seasonal read, including for younger children.
At a glance
- Follows Dasher, a young reindeer living with her family in a traveling circus who longs for snow and a different life.
- The story brings Dasher together with Santa and centers on a Christmas wish.
- Illustrated edition with a listed print length of 40 pages.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- A defined holiday narrative offers a seasonal read focused on longing, determination, and Dasher's meeting with Santa.
- Customer feedback highlights the illustrations and story as appealing for a Christmas Eve read.
- At 40 pages, the listed length gives buyers a clear sense of the book's scope.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Candlewick |
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| Publication date | September 10, 2019 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 40 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1536201375 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1536201376 |
| Reading age | 3 - 6 years, from customers |
|---|---|
| Grade level | Preschool - 3 |
| Dimensions | 10.98 x 0.39 x 9.8 inches |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.09 pounds |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families looking for an illustrated Christmas story to read aloud during the holidays.
- Readers seeking a Santa-and-reindeer story for preschool or early elementary children.
- Gift buyers interested in a 40-page picture book with a hopeful, wish-centered plot.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a non-seasonal story or a book with a longer reading length.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights this book as an engaging, easy-to-read Christmas Eve choice, with detailed illustrations and a heartwarming story about Dasher's origin. That makes it a plausible fit for shared seasonal reading, especially for young children, though the listed age range and customer mentions of younger readers are guidance rather than a guarantee of fit for every child.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback describes the illustrations as detailed and the story as heartwarming.
- The story is reported as engaging and easy to read, with Christmas Eve reading mentioned as a use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dasher about?
Dasher is a young reindeer who longs to leave her life in a traveling circus. She pursues a different future, meets Santa, and a Christmas wish changes things.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 40 pages.
What age range is listed?
The listing gives a reading age of 3–6 years, attributed to customers, and a grade level of Preschool–3.
Is it illustrated?
Yes. The edition is listed as illustrated.
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