Can I Open It Yet?: Ophelia Learns to Wait

By Diandra Burrell

What could possibly go wrong if Ophelia opens just one Christmas present a little early?

Ophelia loves Christmas-the sparkling decorations, the beautifully wrapped presents, and the excitement of Christmas morning.

But there is one thing she does not love.

Waiting.

When the first present with her name on it appears beneath the tree, Ophelia can hardly stop wondering what is inside. Christmas morning seems so far away, and each passing day makes waiting even harder.

Surely, opening just one little present early couldn't hurt.

Or could it?

What begins as one impatient decision leads to an unexpected turn of events-and Ophelia may have to wait much longer than she ever imagined.

Can I Open It Yet? Ophelia Learns to Wait is a beautifully illustrated Christmas picture book about a little girl who discovers that there is a right time for everything.

Through a heartwarming story filled with anticipation, unexpected consequences, and a meaningful lesson, young readers learn the importance of patience, self-control, obedience, and delayed gratification-and discover why some things are worth waiting for.

Perfect for:

Children ages 3-7

Christmas bedtime stories and family read-alouds

Parents teaching patience, self-control, and contentment

Christian families seeking wholesome, character-building books

Preschool, kindergarten, and early elementary readers

Thoughtful Christmas gifts from parents and grandparents

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HP7D6M66
• ISBN13: 9798998005848
• Release Date: October 2026
• Publisher: Diandra Burrell
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"