Memoirs of an Elf
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2014 · Est. 9 min read-aloud

Memoirs of an Elf

Written by Devin Scillian · Illustrated by Tim Bowers

Part of the Memoirs of series

Santa's schedule is at risk when a family dog ends up in his sleigh. Can he return it in time for Christmas?

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32 pages· 1,160 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
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On Christmas Eve, Spark Elf must keep Santa on track as they deliver gifts worldwide. But when a family dog accidentally ends up in Santa's sleigh, chaos ensues. With time running out, can Santa and Momma Claus devise a plan to return the beloved pet and save Christmas? Join the adventure as they race against the clock, navigating unexpected challenges and heartwarming surprises. Will they succeed in keeping the holiday spirit alive?

From the publisher

It’s Christmas Eve and Spark Elf has the very important job of keeping Santa Claus on schedule as he travels the globe in 24 hours delivering presents. Small in stature with pointy ears and stopwatch in hand, Spark lets Santa know it’s time to go. He programs the GPS while the other elves secure the toy bag and check the Nice list. Little known fact: We don’t even bring the Naughty list with us. Six hours into the trip Santa, sleigh and crew begin to fall behind–so many cuddly doggies to pet and extra cookies to eat. The jolly group makes up time in Brazil and soon find themselves back at the North Pole. Their work is done. But wait, there’s something left in the bag–but it isn’t a present at all–it’s a family dog! Well known fact: Santa gives things away. He does not take things! Momma Claus comes to the rescue with a plan to get the dog back to his family. Can Santa return the family’s beloved pooch in time to keep their Christmas merry?

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
1,160
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD540L
Themes & topics
Books about ChristmasBooks about dogsBooks about petsBooks about Santa ClausBooks about elves
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.5
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
172622
Publication
Published
September 1, 2014
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781585369102

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