Santa Claus and the Three Bears

Written by Maria Modugno · Illustrated by Jane Dyer and Brooke Dyer

The bears return home to find their Christmas Eve disrupted by an unexpected guest.

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40 pages· 847 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud· AD550L

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Bookroo's summary

On Christmas Eve, the Bear family returns from a walk to find their home in disarray. Their pudding is eaten, chairs broken, and beds slept in. But who is the mysterious intruder? As they peek into Baby Bear's bed, they discover a familiar figure with a fluffy white beard and soot-covered red jacket. Could it be Santa himself? This festive twist on a classic tale promises warmth and humor, leaving readers wondering about the unexpected guest's true identity and intentions. Will the bears embrace this holiday surprise?

From the publisher

Papa Bear, Mama Bear, and Baby Bear weren’t expecting any company when they went for a walk on Christmas Eve, but that’s exactly what they got! Debut author Maria Modugno teams up with award-winning artists Jane and Brooke Dyer to deliver a festive twist on Goldilocks and the Three Bears, with Santa Claus stepping in as the cheerful intruder.Leaving their pudding to cool on the kitchen table, the unsuspecting bears head outdoors for a crisp evening walk. But when they return, they are shocked at what they find! Their pudding . . . eaten! Their chairs . . . broken! Their cozy beds . . . slept in! And it looks like the culprit is still there! Fast asleep in Baby Bear’s bed is someone awfully familiar. A fluffy white beard, a red jacket covered in soot, and two black boots sticking out from under the covers. Could it really be . . . ?With sparkling prose and splendid watercolor paintings, this delicious holiday treat glows with warmth and humor that will delight readers page after page.

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