Santa’s Story
Author: Will Hillenbrand
Illustrator: Will Hillenbrand
Two Lions
10 September 2019
32 pages

Book description from Goodreads: “Santa is ready to leave on Christmas Eve, but he can’t find the reindeer anywhere. Dasher is busy dashing, Donner is dozing, and Cupid is crooning. It isn’t until Santa remembers their annual tradition—reading a Christmas story together—that the reindeer are ready. Reindeer merriment abounds in this charming yuletide tale about honoring the celebration of holiday customs with those you love.”

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Educational Activities inspired by Santa’s Story by Will Hillenbrand:

• Before Reading–From looking at the front and back cover: 
  • What do you think this book will be about?
  • What type of creatures are following Santa?
  • Why does Santa seem so happy?
  • Where and when does this story seem to take place?
  • What questions would you like to ask the author before you read this book?
    
• After Reading–Now that you’ve read the story: 
  • What were the most important events in the story?
  • Which of the reindeer was your favorite? Why?
  • Why didn’t the reindeer come when Santa jingled the bells, blew the all-​call horn, and hollered?
  • If the story had a sequel, what do you think it would be about?
• Writing–Now that you know Santa’s story, what other holiday people/​creatures do you think would have a similarly interesting story? Select the one that appeals to you most and write–or draw–that story any way you choose. Who’s the main character? What problem are they facing? Why are they telling their story? How will their story turn out? Create that story and see how it goes. Consider sharing it with a friend or family member.
• Craft–With an adult’s help, try some of the following reindeer-​themed crafts: 
  • 3D Paper Reindeer–This video shows how to make a super-​fun project.
  •  Bottle Cap Reindeer–So simple you don’t even need directions. But these are cute, cute, cute.
  • Candy Cane Reindeer–Easy, fun, and tasty too!
  • Clothespin Reindeer–Can be done in under 10 minutes.
  • Magic Reindeer Food–Comes with a sample poem to go with it.
  • Rudolph Gift Bag–Easy and simple.
• Further Reading–Want to read other books about Santa? (Click on the book cover for more information on any of these titles!)