Merry Christmas!

Reach for this book when your child is facing a setback or disappointment and needs to see that creative problem solving and teamwork can turn a difficult situation around. It is a perfect choice for young readers who are beginning to gain confidence in sounding out words and want to see their favorite characters from the Spirit Riding Free series in a high-stakes, holiday-themed adventure. The story follows Lucky and her friends as they navigate a sudden ice storm that threatens to ruin Christmas for the entire town of Miradero. Through the PALs' refusal to give up, children learn about the importance of loyalty, bravery, and the idea that the best gift is helping others. This Level 2 reader uses simple vocabulary and controlled text to help developing readers build stamina while following a more complex narrative arc than a typical picture book.