How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?

LoveReading4Kids Says

From this superlative picturebook duo, comes a book which tries to get to the heart of the Christmas conundrum which puzzles every little child. Just how does Santa make his visit to each home?

The logic of a large person and a small chimney just does not compute! With their typical deadpan humour and wonderfully expressive illustrations (the reindeers are very droll – especially when they have to give Santa a helpful kick when he gets stuck halfway) they come up with increasingly bizarre and absurd suggestions. I love the idea that Santa would need to do his laundry before moving on to the next house, because of course chimneys are very sooty! Or would need to have a stack of dog treats in his pocket because the family pets never bark!

Barnett’s tone is pitch perfect and will encourage a young audience to come up with even more suggestions. I love that there is no need for any definitive answers in this story, and you can rest assured that all the magic is preserved. As the last line states, “Santa goes up the chimney the same way he comes down. And I have no idea how Santa does that. But I’m so glad he can.” A perfect hilarious read aloud for the festive season with sophistication enough to appeal even to older kids.

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