Great Joy

In this heartwarming holiday tale by Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo, young Frances is captivated by an organ grinder and his monkey, who perform on the street outside her apartment. As Christmas approaches, she struggles to find her voice during the pageant, but when the moment arrives, the sadness she sees in the organ grinder's eyes inspires her to speak. Accompanied by Bagram Ibatoulline's enchanting illustrations, this story celebrates compassion and the magic of the season.