Santa’s Christmas Countdown
by Kathryn Jewitt, illustrated by Sebastien Braun
Interest age: 2 to 3
Published by Townhouse Publishing Ltd, 2022
About this book
Santa’s in a panic! Santa’s in a tizz! He’s lost his list of jobs to do. “I don’t know where it is!”
Luckily, he’s sure he can remember all his tasks. Watch as he and the elves oil the sleigh and wrap the presents, brush the reindeer and pack the snacks. And of course, his final job is to deliver gifts for everyone!
With a touch and feel element on every page, young children will enjoy exploring Santa’s world. Stroke his fluffy beard, feel the reindeer’s hay, touch his velvety hat – even Santa’s lucky pants are padded!
The bouncy rhyming text pulls the reader through the story, and there are some funny details in the illustrations, such as Santa accidentally kicking over a pile of presents. Watch out for his dog and cat too!
It is refreshing to see a Black Santa. Many children are sure to be delighted to see someone magical who could look like a member of their extended family.
More books like this
-
Where's My Santa?
by Kate McLelland
0 to 4 years
-
Don’t Tickle the Crocodile
by Sam Taplin, illustrated by Ana Martin Larranaga
2 to 4 years
-
Don’t Tickle the Hippo!
by Sam Taplin, illustrated by Ana Larrañaga
0 to 4 years
-
Squish
by Tim Bugbird, illustrated by Ian Worrall-Dutton
0 to 3 years
Lists of recommended reads
-
Inclusive Christmas books
Everyone deserves to be included in the festive fun at winter. Here are some Christmassy books that reflect the wonderful diversity of our society. We think they’re real crackers!
-
Baby's first Christmas: The very best Christmas books for babies
They're never too young to join in the fun and get into the festive swing of things... Whether you have a baby or a young toddler, these books are fun, cosy and perfect for a Christmas present or a little snuggle on the sofa.