Scholastic
I Spy Christmas: A Book of Picture Riddles - by Jean Marzollo (Hardcover)
The verdict
A cherished children's book featuring picture riddles that kids enjoy solving, though buyers should note the new edition has a smaller trim size than the vintage 90s version.
What parents love
- • classic childhood book
- • engaging picture riddles
- • multiple ways to play
Worth knowing
- • smaller size than original version
Beyond the listing
Parents and reviewers consistently praise this book for holding children's attention for extended periods during quiet time and family activities. The intricate photographic details and rhyming riddles are described as engaging and appropriately challenging for a range of ages, from preschoolers to adults, with flexible difficulty that allows caregivers to adjust the experience through hints and guided questions.
Holds up elsewhere
- holds attention for long periods
- intricate, detailed photographs
- cleverly challenging riddles
- family-friendly across ages
- adjustable difficulty level
- low-stimulation quiet activity
- nostalgia factor for adults
Safety check — clear
We cross-checked this product and its manufacturer against CPSC recall notices, NHTSA child-seat recalls, FDA recalls and the AAP's safe-sleep criteria on August 31, 2026, and found no active recall or safe-sleep concern. That is a check of the public recall record, not a test of the product.
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