The Great Santa Stakeout

The Great Santa Stakeout
Author: Betsy Bird
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2019-09-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1338566342

A delightfully devious Christmas story from beloved librarian Betsy Bird and Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat. Freddy Melcher is Santa's #1 Fan. He has Santa posters, Santa action figures, and even Santa underwear. But there is one prize Freddy desperately wants: A photograph taken with Santa, fresh out of the chimney. Oh, is it risky! It's awfully hard to sneak anything by someone who can see you when you're sleeping and knows when you're awake. That's why Freddy has been extra good this year . . . at hiding his plans. Will Freddy get away with his delightfully devious scheme to outwit Santa Claus himself and capture the ultimate selfie?

Santa's Book of Names

Santa's Book of Names
Author: David M. McPhail
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1997-10
Genre: Winter
ISBN: 9780613058261

For use in schools and libraries only. A young boy who has trouble reading helps Santa with his yearly rounds and receives a special Christmas present.

The Santa Trap

The Santa Trap
Author: Jonathan Emmett
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012-10-02
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1561456705

A spoiled, greedy, and naughty boy matches wits with Santa Claus in this hilariously "wicked" Christmas read-aloud. Bradley Bartleby is bad. Very bad. In order to avoid Bradley's wrath, his wealthy parents buy him whatever he wants. All the adults in Bradley's life are running scared―except for Santa Claus, who refuses to give him anything but socks. But Bradley vows to get what he deserves. If Santa won't give him the gifts he wants, Bradley will just have to steal them. He transforms his house into a trap so fearsome even his parents refuse to enter. With dynamite, trapdoors, guillotines, and tigers in his path, Santa doesn't stand a chance. Or does he? Jonathan Emmett gives readers a Christmas tale from a new and devious perspective.

It's Christmas, David!

It's Christmas, David!
Author: David Shannon
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2016-09-27
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 133813776X

The bestselling star of No, David! turns Christmas traditions upside down with laugh-aloud humor. Readers of all ages will vividly remember trying to peek at hidden gift packages; writing scrolls of wish lists to Santa; and struggling to behave at formal Christmas dinner parties. Always in the background, we know Santa Claus is watching, soon to decide if David deserves a shiny new fire truck or a lump of coal under the tree. From playing with delicate ornaments to standing in an endlessly long line for Santa, here are common Christmas activities--but with David's naughty trimmings. A surefire hit that is destined to be an annual classic.

Santa's Secret Training Center

Santa's Secret Training Center
Author: June Bailey
Publisher: Fulton Books, Inc.
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2022-12-02
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

Santa found a perfect place in the world to exercise and sharpen the reindeer's flying skills before their big trip on December 24th. Welcome to the beautiful Straits of Mackinac in Michigan. The reindeer are intrigued and find out page after page why this area is so dear to Santa's heart. The journey is designed to comfort and stimulate a child's mind in today's world. 2

Santa's Twin Surprise

Santa's Twin Surprise
Author: Melissa Senate
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 206
Release: 2022-10-25
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 036973341X

If friendship is the way to a man’s heart… What about twins? Cowboy Asher Dawson and rookie cop Katie Crosby had the worst one-night stand ever. Now, his best friend is back in town with his two babies. He won’t risk losing Katie again—even as he tries to deny their explosive chemistry. But his marriage of convenience isn’t going as planned. Maybe it’s time to see what happens when he moves his captivating soul mate beyond friendship… From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Dawson Family Ranch Book 1: For the Twins' Sake Book 2: Wyoming Special Delivery Book 3: A Family for a Week Book 4: The Long-Awaited Christmas Wish Book 5: Wyoming Cinderella Book 6: Wyoming Matchmaker Book 7: His Baby No Matter What Book 8: Heir to the Ranch Book 9: Santa's Twin Surprise Book 10: The Cowboy's Mistaken Identity

The Children from Under the Ice and Santa’S Present

The Children from Under the Ice and Santa’S Present
Author: Joy Emery
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2011-05-25
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1456780239

Viridis 6000 dived from the sky and cut deep down through the icy waters at the North Pole and remained sub-merged in the Arctic Ocean covered with ice. The visitors were no strangers to earth The visitors had a mission to complete during their visit to Earth. Many years ago they had relocated animals to Earth because their own world called Viridis was dying. During the journey to Earth, an unknown virus had struck down most of the older members of the crew. However, the expedition had to continue on with the younger members including the children. They, with their unique animal communication skills, would help complete the mis-sion. Whilst monitoring the animals, they find them under attack from the Yapikus who had played a part in the eradication of many of the ani-mals on Viridis. It soon became apparent to Captain Genesis and his crew, the troubles that lay ahead for them. Testifying to the bonds between children and animals, this novel also highlights the real threat of animal extinction. The Children take us through extraordinary and breathtaking adventures as they pursue their mission to protect the animals whilst remaining undetected by the media and governments of Earth.

Snythergen

Snythergen
Author: Hal Garrott
Publisher: DigiCat
Total Pages: 109
Release: 2022-06-13
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN:

"Snythergen" by Hal Garrott can be considered both as an anthology of sorts and as one continuous story. Following the main character Snythergen on his adventures and misadventures, this book was a favorite among children at the time it was published. Complete with illustrations to fully immerse the reader in the text, this book has charmed its audience for nearly a century and will likely continue to do so for a century more.

Santa Baby

Santa Baby
Author: Daryl-Jarod
Publisher: Daryl-Jarod Entertainment
Total Pages: 77
Release: 2017-12-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1945748087

Forget everything you think you know about jolly ole’ Saint Nick... Meet Joy Carter, whose name represents all things exultant and gleeful, but lately her life has been nothing close to joyous. She works a minimum wage job she absolutely hates, while struggling to raise her son as a single mother. With a whirlwind of life-changing events wreaking havoc left and right, she finds herself at her wits' end. Worst of all, she’s mentally over this holiday season and anything remotely related to Christmas. It isn’t until the wee hours of Christmas morning when an unexpected visitor makes a grand entrance, determined to turn her life around for the better, that she learns an unexpected lesson. A lesson that’ll forever change her life and those around her.