Characters from A Christmas Memory

Character Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major characters in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Characters

Buddy - This character wants to be a tap dancer and is based on the author of the book.

Mr. Haha Jones - This character has scars and never smiles.

My friend - This character is described in the book as still a child, but also very wise.

Queenie - This character's death symbolizes separation and foreshadows the eventual death of another character in the book.

Those Who Know Best - This character is harsh and scolding.

Two Relatives - This character gives a subscription to a religious magazine for a Christmas present.