Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo!
by Emma Chichester Clark
HarperCollins Children's Books 2006
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- family
- kindness and generosity
- holiday spirit
- imagination
- responsibility
- empathy
About this book
Lily can’t wait for Christmas, and her beloved Blue Kangaroo is by her side for all the festive fun. As the holiday excitement grows, Lily learns about giving, kindness, and what truly makes the season special. Gentle humor and cozy, detailed illustrations make this a comforting read-aloud for young children. Perfect for preschoolers and early readers who enjoy sweet stories about friendship and family traditions.
Setting: a contemporary family home at Christmastime
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo! right for my child?
Yes — Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo! is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.5, which is typical for 2nd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include friendship, family, kindness and generosity.
How long does it take to read Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo! takes around 6m to finish. The book has 700 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo! has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo!?
Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo! has an AR reading level of 2.5, which places it at a 2nd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.