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The 12 Sleighs of Christmas - cover

The 12 Sleighs of Christmas

Sherri Duskey Rinker

Publisher: Chronicle Books LLC

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Summary

Santa’s sleigh gets a makeover in this rhyming, vehicle-themed take on the 12 Days of Christmas from a #1 New York Times–bestselling author. 
 
Which elf will build the coolest sleigh for the Christmas ride? Santa will decide!When the elves discover that Santa’s sleigh is in a terrible state, they let their imaginations go wild—and soon there are sleighs of every kind, inspired by big rigs, motorcycles, zeppelins, and much more! 
 
The #1 New York Times bestselling author of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and the celebrated illustrator of Michael Chabon’s The Astonishing Secret of Awesome Man, team up for spirited vehicular silliness and classic Christmas cheer in this turbo-charged read-aloud destined to become a holiday classic. 
 
Perfect for fans of Mr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree, Bear Stays Up for Christmas, and Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site. 
 
Praise for The 12 Sleighs of Christmas 
 
“A splendid choice for any holiday read-aloud collection wishing to incorporate STEM concepts.” —School Library Journal 
 
“Rinker’s zippy rhymes. . . . and Parker’s cartoons. . . . mix magic and mechanics as the elves’ imaginations and talents run wild.” —Publishers Weekly 
 
“Kids who are obsessed anything on wheels will especially enjoy this rhyming tale.” —Parents Magazine 
 
“Revels in imaginative detail.” —The Horn Book Magazine 
 
Chicago Tribune Best Children’s Books of the Year
Available since: 10/24/2017.
Print length: 38 pages.

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