Eloise at Christmastime
By Kay Thompson
The Story
A spirited little girl who lives at the Plaza Hotel throws herself into the whirl of Christmas in New York City, turning every hallway and holiday errand into an adventure.
Why It's Special
For the kid who treats every ordinary room like a stage and every errand like an event, this one matches that energy scene for scene.
- Big idea: Christmas is bigger and better when you throw your whole self into it.
- Vibes: Bustling, glamorous, giddy with holiday energy.
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy big personalities and big city settings
- like to narrate their own adventures out loud
- respond well to the excitement and bustle of the holiday season
- love detailed, busy illustrations to pore over
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & setting: What does Eloise's home at the Plaza Hotel look like at Christmastime?
- Imagination: If you lived in a big hotel like Eloise, what would you do all day?
- Real-life connection: What's your favorite thing to do to get ready for the holidays?
- Character: What does Eloise's energy on the page tell you about how she feels about Christmas?
- Feelings & empathy: What makes this time of year feel exciting to you, like it does for Eloise?
