The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

The Herdmans #1

Barbara Robinson

128 pages • first pub 1972 (editions)

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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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Moods

funny 88%
lighthearted 73%
hopeful 39%
inspiring 33%
reflective 24%
emotional 21%
relaxing 10%
adventurous 7%
sad 4%
challenging 3%
dark 1%
informative 1%

Pace

fast 78%
medium 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

Yes: 67% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 63% | Yes: 21% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 7%

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