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Dasher Can't Wait for Christmas is Matt Tavares’s sequel to Dasher, a Christmas story about a reindeer who leaves to see holiday festivities and loses sight of the North Star on her way home. The 40-page book centers on helping others, kindness, and getting back in time to guide Santa’s sleigh.
At a glance
- A sequel to Matt Tavares’s Dasher, with a Christmas Eve plot focused on kindness and helping others.
- Dasher visits nearby Christmas festivities, then must find her way home after losing sight of the North Star.
- Listed as 40 pages, in English, with a suggested reading age of 3–7 years.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Its lost-and-found journey gives a holiday read-aloud a clear story arc and a kindness-centered theme.
- The sequel connects to the earlier Dasher story for readers already familiar with the character.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Candlewick |
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| Publication date | September 5, 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 40 pages |
| Reading age | 3 - 7 years, from customers |
| Grade level | Preschool - 3 |
| Dimensions | 10.98 x 0.35 x 9.69 inches |
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| Weight listed | 1.12 pounds |
| ISBN-10 | 1536230138 |
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| ISBN-13 | 978-1536230130 |
What to know before buying
- The listed reading age is identified as coming from customers, so treat it as guidance rather than a publisher-confirmed age range.
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
89% 89% - 4 stars
7% 7% - 3 stars
3% 3% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
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Customer feedback is positive about the story, illustrations, and suitability for holiday reading. That makes it a plausible seasonal choice for a family read-aloud, though the feedback does not establish how a particular child will respond. Aggregate ratings are also strongly favorable overall, with a small lower-star share showing that reactions are not uniform.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the illustrations and Christmas-time story.
- Feedback highlights enjoyment and holiday suitability.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dasher Can't Wait for Christmas about?
Dasher sneaks away to visit Christmas festivities, then loses sight of the North Star and must find her way home in time to help guide Santa’s sleigh.
Is this a sequel?
Yes. The listing describes it as Matt Tavares’s sequel to Dasher.
How long is the book and what age is it listed for?
The listing gives a length of 40 pages and a reading age of 3–7 years, noted as coming from customers.
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