It is Christmas Eve, and Max the bunny is absolutely determined to stay awake and see Santa Claus. But his bossy older sister Ruby has other plans. When Max asks why he cannot stay up, Ruby gives him the one answer that every younger sibling dislikes: because! Not willing to take no for an answer, the irrepressible bunny decides to take matters into his own hands. He sneaks past Ruby and tiptoes down to the living room, hiding right by the chimney corner. He wants to be the first to catch a glimpse of the special holiday visitor. This story captures the familiar tug-of-war between curious younger siblings and rule-following older sisters. With a healthy dose of holiday anticipation and gentle humor, young readers will easily relate to Max as he eagerly waits in the quiet house. Discover what happens when a determined little rabbit refuses to go to bed on the most magical night of the year.