Please Hold Your Pets: Oscar and Ruby's Furry Christmas is a festive, confidence - building story designed for young readers and classroom read-alouds. Set in a snowy Winter Wonderland, this Christmas - themed book gently supports children as they explore confidence, kindness, and safe interactions with animals. Through simple language and engaging illustrations, readers are introduced to fun animal facts alongside social - emotional learning moments that encourage discussion and reflection. This book is suitable for children aged 3 - 11, making it ideal for: Early and emerging readersClassroom and group readingSeasonal lessons and holiday storytime Part of the Please Hold Your Pets series, this fourth title continues to support animal awareness, emotional growth, and confidence in young children - perfect for homes, schools, and libraries.