Jingle Bells, Homework Smells

Gilbert is caught up in the excitement of the Christmas season, prioritizing festive activities like decorating cookies, ice skating, and tree shopping over his weekend homework assigned by Mrs. Byrd. As the holiday fun consumes his time, he faces the challenge of how to handle the impending deadline on Monday morning. This story captures the joyful chaos of childhood during the holidays while highlighting the struggle between responsibilities and seasonal joys.