Brave Santa [Library Binding]

Nancy Poydar (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up

It's almost Christmas. Jack is excited, but nervous too. He doesn't want to have to talk to Santa. So when his parents take him to visit Santa as the mall, Jack slips behind a curtain. Much to his surprise another shy person is also hiding. You'll never guess who! There is plenty of holiday cheer for everyone in this reassuring and lively holiday story.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

PreS–A simple and satisfying story about what can be a scary event for some children. A shy preschooler is apprehensive about talking to Santa, so his parents suggest that he practice asking for what he wants. On a visit to the mall, Jack accidentally bumps into Santa, who is hiding from the kids "because he is not feeling brave" about meeting them. Jack suggests that the big man role-play with him and both overcome their fears. The bright, expressive watercolor cartoons reinforce the excitement of the holiday and set just the right mood for the text. Not a first purchase, but a solid holiday read-aloud.–M. W.
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About the Author

Nancy Poydar, a former elementary school teacher, has created a collection of charming picture books about children's everyday experiences. They include "Bunny Business; First Day, Hooray!; Last Day, Hooray!; Rhyme Time Valentine; Snip, Snip...SNow!; and The Perfectly Horrible Halloween," which Kirkus Reviews said had an irresistible buoyancy.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Library Binding: 32 pages
• Publisher: Holiday House (September 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0823418219
• ISBN-13: 978-0823418213
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 9.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,344,329 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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