The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

The Herdmans #1

Barbara Robinson

fiction childrens funny lighthearted medium-paced

128 pages | first published 1972

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The six Herdman children are the terror of their town. When they take over the annual Christmas pageant, everyone rediscovers the true meaning of Christmas. Very funny and . . . touching.--Booklist. ALA Notable Children's Book 1971-1975.
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Summary of 2160 reviews

Moods

funny 83%
lighthearted 72%
hopeful 37%
emotional 25%
inspiring 25%
reflective 19%
relaxing 10%
adventurous 7%
challenging 4%
sad 3%
dark 1%
informative 1%
mysterious 1%
tense 1%

Pace

fast 79%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Character: 34% | Plot: 18%

Strong character development?

Yes: 61% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 12% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 2%

Average rating

4.12

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