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When Santa Was a Baby

by Linda Bailey

A little Santa with a few familiar quirks

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A little Santa with a few familiar quirks

Santa’s early years are imagined through a string of playful clues to the person he will become: a booming voice, a fascination with chimneys, and hamsters enlisted to pull a tiny sleigh. His parents see these peculiar habits as reasons to celebrate, giving the Christmas premise a family-centered frame. The book pairs holiday imagery with the comic idea that even Santa began as an unusual child, while the gift-giving detail hints at the generosity associated with his later identity.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • A fit for toddlers and preschoolers, including children in the listed 0–3 age group.
  • For families seeking a Christmas-themed picture-book premise centered on Santa’s childhood.
  • May suit shared reading about individuality and proud parents.

Themes

Santa’s childhoodFamily prideIndividualityChristmasGenerosity

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Book overview

Santa's parents think their little one is absolutely wonderful, even though he has a booming voice instead of a baby's gurgle, loves to stand in front of the refrigerator, gives his birthday presents away, trains his hamsters to pull a matchbox sleigh ... and has an unusual interest in chimneys. The adorably funny portrait of an oddball kid who fulfills his destiny - and two very proud parents.
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