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    Tis the Month Before Christmas: The True Story of Santa
    Tis the Month Before Christmas: The True Story of Santa
    Tis the Month Before Christmas: The True Story of Santa
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    Tis the Month Before Christmas: The True Story of Santa

    By Patricia Chapman

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    Based on the concept of an advent calendar, this unique book will keep children busy and excited about bedtime reading for a whole month before Christmas. Thirty separate stories one for each day of the month before the Big Day tell the true” story of Santa’s life, from young boy to the world’s most-loved character. Santa’s wife, Hulda, is revealed at last, as the powerhouse behind Santa’s creative genius. Rich, colorful illustrations by internationally published artist Richard Hoit make this the perfect gift for all children. Perfect level for read-to or read-it-myself.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherUpstart Press
    Release dateOct 23, 2015
    ISBN9781927262726
    Tis the Month Before Christmas: The True Story of Santa
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    Patricia Chapman

    Patricia Chapman has written numerous non-fiction books, including the best-selling Dunmore Book of New Zealand Records, and Strange Facts and True About New Zealand, as well as several novels and a book for children.

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