My daughter and I enjoyed reading it together, and the illustrations by David Wenzel give you a vivid glimpse of life at the North Pole. The Girl learned what Santa's favorite cookies are, and I learned that the North Pole is more technologically advanced than you might think. I highly recommend
Mrs. Claus Explains It All for parents whose children ask a lot of questions that aren't easy to answer without inside information.
(Anna Horner
DiaryOfAnEccentric.blogspot.com 20081124)
This is a real cute book, and the illustrations by David T. Wenzel are lovely. Mrs. Claus Explains it All is a great book to cuddle up on the couch with some cocoa in hand and your child who still believes in the magic of Santa.
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homeschoolbuzz.com 20081130)
Finally! A book that gives us the lowdown on Santa, the North Pole, his elves and reindeer. This tell-all comes directly from the big guy's number one assistant, Mrs. Claus, so you know it's the real deal! Mrs. Claus answers the most frequently asked questions received in letters from children each year. As you page through, it is immediately obvious how much thought was put into each answer. The explanations are realistic, yet still very magical. They are also quite lengthy, which means the book would be equally interesting for older children as well as younger ones. Mrs. Claus does a wonderful job of giving just the right amount of information.
The illustrations are a perfect match for the writing. Beautiful, full color drawings show what the North Pole really looks like: a peek at Elsbeth baking in her kitchen, Santa's workshops, the elves' quarters and the reindeer stables. Each question is posted on a colored scrap of paper printed in a child's handwriting, followed by a thorough response and an inside look at the area in question. This combination of clever presentation, great explanation and beautiful illustrations make for an absolutely fabulous Christmas book.
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For Immediate Release Reviews Kids 20081130)
This is an enjoyable book to read, offering history, humor, and advice appropriate for the season. Mrs. Claus has done a lot of reading and has a very nice way of talking with kids. Her answers are well thought out, with direct answers and recommendations. The illustrations are well done, offering never-before-seen images of the North Pole and humor, too. (
TheReadingTub.com 20081202)
Mrs. Claus Explains It All is a delightful and unique book that is perfect for children and enjoyable for adults. With gorgeous illustrations by David Wenzel, this is not only a verbal treat, but a visual one as well. As any parent or adult who has been around children knows, those little minds come up with some puzzling questions. In
Mrs. Claus Explains It All, several of those puzzling Christmas/Santa questions can now be answered in a satisfying and fun way.
I adore this book and know that it will make a perfect addition to any library. What a delightful way to bring in the holiday season and bring a glowing smile to a child's innocent face! (
CafeOfDreams.blogspot.com 20081203)
Just in time for the holidays, comes along this delightful book that just begs to be read! To be frank, I myself looked forward to reading this book and I wasn't disappointed! ... Now Mrs. Claus has her own gift for you - for the first time ever, she's taking a break from her very busy schedule to answer real questions from children of all ages. Join her on a tour of the North Pole and learn some of the best kept secrets of Christmas from the person who knows it all - Mrs. Claus! (
aBookBloggersDiary.blogspot.com 20081201)
Cuddle-up by the fire this holiday season with "
Mrs. Claus Explains It All," a fun, creative and humorous book that children and parents will love! Children are full of questions-especially when it comes to Santa Claus. In "
Mrs. Claus Explains It All" by Christi Love, answers to all the questions your child has about the man in the big red suit, are provided.
This playful and colorful book is a perfect holiday gift for the youngsters in your life. (
MomCentral.com 20081206)
This wonderfully entertaining and richly illustrated picture book will give readers a splendid picture of what life at Santa's North Pole is like. With humor and an obvious appreciation for the curiosity of children, Elsbeth Claus gives her readers plenty to think about. (
The Looking Glass Children's Book Reviewers 20081213)
So if you find yourself not coming up with very good answers to any of these questions,
Mrs. Claus Explains It All by Elsbeth Claus (yes, that's really her name!) is perfect for the holiday season. I found myself believing the answers so much, that I had to go back and mark this review from non-fiction to fiction. Shh . . . just don't tell the kids! (Natasha Maw
Maw Books Blog 20081218)
Little ones will love having the "real" answers to the questions they've always wondered about. The art is also great in this cute picture book. (Amanda Snow
A Patchwork of Books Blog 20081115)
This book is marvelous! It explains everything from what Santa likes to eat (cookies and mac-n-cheese!) to if she's worried that Santa's too fat. (He works out one hour a day in his state-of-the-art underground gymnasium.) Mrs. Claus also answers questions about the elves and how does Santa deliver all those presents in one night.
Mrs. Claus Explains It All: (At Last) Answers to the Questions Real Kids Ask! is a hoot and will come in handy when your little elves ask all those questions about the fat man in the red suit. For all ages, even the kids who are too old to believe in Santa. (Nichols Anne-Marie
My Readable Feast Blog 20081223)
Yes, purchasing this book will make the Claus family happy, but it will make Santa believers happy, too. This book would look lovely under a Christmas tree - especially paired with a plate of Santa's favorite cookies... (Tanya Boudreau
Curled Up With a Good Book 20081216)
Just in time for Christmas comes a book that I, personally, have been waiting for since before I learned how to read... For the child in your home, or the child in you, you'll definitely want this book in your home as you celebrate the Christmas season. (Allison Fraclose
The Unnamed Forest 20081214)
What a fun book! This book answered all of MY questions and then some. When a child really starts asking questions about Santa Claus, this is a great resource. Ms. Love has thought of EVERYTHING. This is a book you can read a little each day for several days. It is also a reference book to help you answer those difficult questions your child will come up with. I took three days and read a little each day to my second grade class. The format is letter/answer; letter/answer etc., so it is very doable. The illustrations are quite magical and support the text well. This is a great book to read during cuddle time those weeks before Christmas and those are my favorite kinds of books.
(Sally Riley
Friendly Book Nook 20081126)
Its title is
Mrs. Claus Explains It All, and it is a delightful little book. When I read it to my class, several of them had to order it from the book order for themselves.Beautifully Illustrated Picture Book Answers Children's Top Questions About the Magic and Mystery of the North Pole (M Smith
Dolce Belleza Blog 20091201)
Each question receives a believable answer. Santa's team uses a sophisticated NASA-designed GPS system to track the world's children, and a little bit of magic to get all those deliveries done in one day. (
ForeWord 20091213)
