Make Believe IdeasChristmas Picture Books Collection (10 Books)

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Meet a host of festive characters in this sweet assortment of picture books - perfect to read together around the holidays.

Titles include:

Reindeer on Strike

Santa's reindeer are fed up--they always work at Christmas, and they want to have fun too! So, one year, they decide to go on strike . . . Adults and children alike will love this hilarious festive story. Beautiful illustrations from Clare Fennell accompany the funny rhyming text, making this book ideal for families to read together over the holidays.

Clump the Lump of Coal

This is the story of Clump, the lump of coal that naughty children get for Christmas. But Clump has feelings, and he's tired of not being wanted! This hilarious Christmas tale features funny rhyming text and a fun combination of illustrations and photography, making it perfect to read together at Christmas.

Santa's Twelve Days of Christmas

Have you ever wondered what Santa gets up to after Christmas Eve? Find out in this humorous and innovative re-telling of the 12 days of Christmas, following Santa’s own Christmas holiday! Each spread focuses on a different day, with wonderful illustrations of Santa spending time with family and friends. Alongside singing with The Rockin' Robin Choir and skating with polar bears, Santa builds snowmen with the elves, bakes a gingerbread house and organises a reindeer race! The story ends with a new beginning: the beginning of another year's Christmas preparations!

Santa Claws

Dinosaurs love Christmastime. They eat and eat and EAT, until they’re far too full to do anything else! But there’s one big thing that they haven’t discovered . . . PRESENTS! Join Rex in this jolly Jurassic storybook, as he discovers the gift of giving.

Tinselcorn

Discover the tale of Tinselcorn, the lesser-known Christmas character who decorates the world! Each year, Tinselcorn finishes his work early then puts his hooves up for the whole of December. He doesn’t see why he should help the rest of Lapland with their jobs: he never gets any recognition in books, films, or Christmas cards! But when disaster strikes one Christmas Eve, can Tinselcorn put aside his hunger for fame and save Christmas? Join Tinselcorn as he learns the true spirit of Christmas in this funny and heartwarming festive tale.

The Unbelievable Truth about Santa

Do you know the Unbelievable Truth about Santa? Get ready to have everything you thought you knew about Santa turned upside down in this hilarious, myth-busting storybook! Discover a never-before-seen high-tech sleigh and the secret behind the famous ruby-red suit as the unbelievable truth about Santa is unwrapped for you.

Once Upon a Christmas

It’s Christmas Eve in the Land of Faraway, and the fairy-tale characters can’t wait to open their presents. But when Santa’s sleigh suddenly crashes and falls apart, the characters fight to be the hero of the story, resulting in a giant squabble! Goldilocks’ porridge is everywhere, Jack can’t control his magic beans, and Sleeping Beauty has fallen asleep in the sleigh. Join your favourite fairy-tale characters as they discover that teamwork is the key to saving Christmas.

Don't be Silly, Santa!

On Christmas Eve, Head Elf and his busy team are working hard to stay on schedule at the Christmas Village Headquarters. The reindeer stables, giftwrap depot, and gingerbread kitchen are just some of the important departments that Head Elf must keep on top of – but cheeky Santa Claus keeps interrupting with silly jokes! Follow the hilarious story and join in with the elves as they shout, “Don’t be silly, Santa!”

Mince Pie Mice

’Twas the night before Christmas and, all through the house, not a creature was stirring . . . not even a mouse! Join Basil, Whiskers and Bryce as they take you behind the scenes of what really happens on a mousy Christmas Eve. They’ll even unwrap and reveal a festive secret that will surprise adults and children alike!

We're Going on an Elf Hunt

It’s nearly Christmas Day, and Santa’s elves are nowhere to be found! But Santa’s not worried . . . Join Santa and friends on a jolly elf hunt, as they travel over, under, around, and through festive obstacles to find the missing elves! This merry twist on the well-known story features bright illustrations and engaging rhymes, perfect for parents and children to share.