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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh! Hardcover – Picture Book, September 5, 2023
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year—for driving a sleigh! ’Tis also the season—for driving a sleigh! Oh, and joy to the—driving a sleigh! The Pigeon has made a list and checked it once. Can his holiday dream come true? Or will The Pigeon be left out in the cold?
You’ll share some HO-HO-HOs and HA-HA-HAs finding out in three-time Caldecott Honoree Mo Willems’ ninth Pigeon book, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
- Print length40 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Grade levelPreschool - Kindergarten
- Lexile measureAD330L
- Dimensions9.2 x 0.4 x 9.1 inches
- PublisherUnion Square Kids
- Publication dateSeptember 5, 2023
- ISBN-101454952776
- ISBN-13978-1454952770
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"A stocking stuffer par excellence, just right for dishing up with milk and cookies."--Kirkus Reviews
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- Publisher : Union Square Kids (September 5, 2023)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 40 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1454952776
- ISBN-13 : 978-1454952770
- Reading age : 4 - 7 years, from customers
- Lexile measure : AD330L
- Grade level : Preschool - Kindergarten
- Item Weight : 7.1 ounces
- Dimensions : 9.2 x 0.4 x 9.1 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #7,585 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #9 in Children's Christmas Books (Books)
- #29 in Children's Bird Books (Books)
- #289 in Children's Humor
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Customers find this book fun for kids and parents to read, with one noting it's an adorable choice for early readers. They praise the author and story quality, particularly appreciating it as a holiday classic. Customers describe the pigeon character as the funniest in the series, making it perfect for reading aloud. While some customers find the prices fantastic, others consider it a bit expensive.
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Customers find the book fun for both kids and parents to read, making it a great addition to Christmas libraries.
"...It’s a delightful read for the whole family and a perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. Highly recommended!" Read more
"...I love how the pigeon books make a way for parents to be fun & wacky while reading! Big fans." Read more
"...I definitely recommend this book for any age and it would make a wonderful Christmas gift! We just couldn't wait until then and had to read it now. :)" Read more
"What an adorable book for a child learning to read! Perfect Christmas gift!" Read more
Customers praise the author's work, with one noting they love all his books, while another describes Mo Willems as a master of the craft.
"...Another hit from a favorite author." Read more
"...Mo Willems is truly a master of the craft and children of all ages can appreciate his work." Read more
"Amazons books selection is crazy! Didn’t expect to see this! Great readable book f 6 year a she can add this to other Pigeon books!" Read more
"This book is hilarious. Added to the other great books by this Amazing author!!" Read more
Customers enjoy the story quality of the book, particularly appreciating its holiday theme, with one customer noting it's part of the popular pigeon series.
"...The mischievous Pigeon is back with his usual antics, and the story is as entertaining and hilarious as ever...." Read more
"...That persuasive pigeon is always up to something! I love the story...." Read more
"...The pigeon is awesome - great pictures and stories. I read the whole series." Read more
"This is another great story in the pigeon series. The students love it!" Read more
Customers find the book makes a great Christmas gift and consider it a holiday classic for years.
"...recommend this book for any age and it would make a wonderful Christmas gift! We just couldn't wait until then and had to read it now. :)" Read more
"What an adorable book for a child learning to read! Perfect Christmas gift!" Read more
"...love all of the editions of this story and this one was great for Christmas time! My students and kids loved it." Read more
"This book made a super nice gift for a book exchange at school. My daughter loves Mo Willems books, so does most of her class mates...." Read more
Customers find the book humorous, particularly appreciating the pigeon character, with one customer noting the clever idea of Pigeon meeting reindeer.
"I love this series of books. The pigeon is awesome - great pictures and stories. I read the whole series." Read more
"...We love Pigeon's attitude and determination...." Read more
"...My kids are 10 and 13 and STILL love the Pigeon! I love the Pigeon! Who *doesn't* love the Pigeon?!..." Read more
"In he spirit of the original, this one is a funny twist on the premise of a pigeon the wants to take control...." Read more
Customers find the book easy to read and perfect for reading aloud, with one customer noting that children quickly memorize it.
"...Toddlers love the silly characters and their lines, which they quickly memorize, and then that encourages them to read...." Read more
"...that she will sit down and read on her own, and yes, she recites every page by memory and is so happy to read to everyone else in the house...." Read more
"Mo Willems is a genius! This book is fun to read aloud and have students interact with." Read more
"...Perfect for reading aloud with it's simple yet perfectly designed text. The use of a variety of fonts gives readers clues about how to read it...." Read more
Customers find the book to be a great addition to holiday book baskets and classroom libraries.
"...series, and Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh is another fantastic addition!..." Read more
"...The holiday theming is fun and it would make a great addition to a holiday book basket if you're into that kind of thing...." Read more
"...For ages 4-7 Recommended for your holiday bookshelf." Read more
"...It's cute and festive for the holidays. Great addition to our children's book collection." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the book's value for money, with some finding the prices fantastic while others consider them expensive.
"...The prices were so fantastic compared to the full price of his book orders, that I could not resist ordering one immediately as one of his many..." Read more
"Even though this book was a bit expensive,.my child really enjoyed it as a Christmas gift." Read more
"...So glad I was able to snag this at a lower price on sale, too so I can put it in his Christmas Eve box this year!" Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2024Our family adores the Pigeon series, and Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh is another fantastic addition! The mischievous Pigeon is back with his usual antics, and the story is as entertaining and hilarious as ever. The illustrations are vibrant and engaging, capturing all the charm we love from the series. Unlike many holiday-themed spin-offs that can feel rushed or uninspired, this book stands on its own as a genuinely fun and well-thought-out story. It’s a delightful read for the whole family and a perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. Highly recommended!
- Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2025Don’t let the pigeon drive the sleigh is everything you can expect from Pigeon! I love how the pigeon books make a way for parents to be fun & wacky while reading! Big fans.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2023My daughters (7 year old twins and 3 year old) and I are obsessed with Mo Willems' books. My twins started memorizing his books when they were 2 years old, so of course we were very excited for a new Pigeon book!
That persuasive pigeon is always up to something! I love the story. It's like the others, but unpredictable, so it was so much fun to read and I'm looking forward to reading it many more times. There's also a little "Easter egg" hidden on the page with the fireplace, and my daughters noticed it right away! I just saw stockings at first, but they knew! I don't want to spoil it for Mo Willems fans, so that's all I'll say. ;)
And the ending really made me hopeful for another Pigeon book. I sure hope he'll write more, because we love them!
It's another cute book, but what I love most about Mo Willems' books is that they're enjoyable no matter how old you are and they're educational. Toddlers love the silly characters and their lines, which they quickly memorize, and then that encourages them to read.
One of my twins was reluctant to practice reading sometimes, but she was always in the mood for Pigeon or Elephant and Piggie books. They really helped with her confidence. Both of them started reading chapter books last year, but we'll always enjoy Mo Willems' books. Of course I got "Be the Bus," which is targeted towards adults, too.
I definitely recommend this book for any age and it would make a wonderful Christmas gift! We just couldn't wait until then and had to read it now. :)
5.0 out of 5 starsMy daughters (7 year old twins and 3 year old) and I are obsessed with Mo Willems' books. My twins started memorizing his books when they were 2 years old, so of course we were very excited for a new Pigeon book!Fun for all ages and encourages kids to read!
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2023
That persuasive pigeon is always up to something! I love the story. It's like the others, but unpredictable, so it was so much fun to read and I'm looking forward to reading it many more times. There's also a little "Easter egg" hidden on the page with the fireplace, and my daughters noticed it right away! I just saw stockings at first, but they knew! I don't want to spoil it for Mo Willems fans, so that's all I'll say. ;)
And the ending really made me hopeful for another Pigeon book. I sure hope he'll write more, because we love them!
It's another cute book, but what I love most about Mo Willems' books is that they're enjoyable no matter how old you are and they're educational. Toddlers love the silly characters and their lines, which they quickly memorize, and then that encourages them to read.
One of my twins was reluctant to practice reading sometimes, but she was always in the mood for Pigeon or Elephant and Piggie books. They really helped with her confidence. Both of them started reading chapter books last year, but we'll always enjoy Mo Willems' books. Of course I got "Be the Bus," which is targeted towards adults, too.
I definitely recommend this book for any age and it would make a wonderful Christmas gift! We just couldn't wait until then and had to read it now. :)
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2025What an adorable book for a child learning to read! Perfect Christmas gift!
- Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2025I ordered this book with a reward credit through Xfinity not knowing this would be my daughter's new favorite book. This is the first book that she will sit down and read on her own, and yes, she recites every page by memory and is so happy to read to everyone else in the house. She requests her "pigeon book" at night when we're getting ready for bed and loves to yell out, "LET ME DRIVE THE SLEIGH!" Definitely recommend and will be buying other books in the series as well.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2025The pigeon series is a must have for parents and teachers! We absolutely love all of the editions of this story and this one was great for Christmas time! My students and kids loved it.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2025Cute book. Great for preschoolers. Quick ready with cute illustrations.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2025I love this series of books. The pigeon is awesome - great pictures and stories. I read the whole series.
Top reviews from other countries
- Kirsten TilburyReviewed in Canada on January 5, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Love These Books
My children loved the Pigeon books and it was so nice to get a new one for my granddaughter. She absolutely loved it!
- Nicole CReviewed in Canada on July 15, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun book!
The pigeon series is a fan favourite of my sons and his classmates. We read this book every night leading up to and beyond Christmas. Wish there was a Pigeon Easter book as well!
- KrisReviewed in Canada on December 13, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolute hit
My 7 year old is a Pigeon fan and LOVES this book. He's had us read it almost every night since we gave it to him on December 1st. It's a quick read but that's appreciated at bedtime, and the pictures, as always, are on point.
- Barb L WReviewed in Canada on January 13, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Book is adorable!
My daughter has the entire Pigeon series and is so excited to have had this one to add to her collection
- Carol SaundersReviewed in Canada on December 17, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars The Pigeon Is Always So Exciting
All little children love the pigeon. All parents and teachers wait in anticipation for the next one.