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Description
Santa Claus thinks his job is too big, so he gives various animals a try until he decides on the reindeer.
Quick Summary
If your kid loves animals and silly stories, this is a fun little pick. Santa gets tired of doing all the work himself and lets different animals like elephants, whales, and chickens have a turn pulling his sleigh, with predictable (and hilarious) results. The humor is playful rather than scary, and the short sentences and simple words make it perfect for brand-new readers or kids who get frustrated with longer books. It's one of those stories that makes kids laugh out loud while secretly reinforcing the idea that everyone has a special role to play which is a nice little message wrapped up in silliness. My students who aren't thrilled about reading often light up when they see the goofy animal suggestions, and the predictability helps them feel confident predicting what comes next. If your child enjoys Jerry Pallotta's other silly books, they'll probably love this one too.