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Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2021
The Real Santa
By Nancy Redd, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow (Illustrator)
What does Santa truly look like? Discover a family's festive journey.
4.0/5 Goodreads · 251 ratings
24 pages
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Bookroo's summary
A Black family embarks on a heartwarming quest to uncover Santa's true appearance. As they explore holiday traditions, they question if Santa resembles the figurines on the mantel or the faces on their sweaters. This cozy tale celebrates identity, family, and the spirit of Christmas, inviting children to see themselves in the magic of Santa Claus. Will they find a Santa that reflects their own image, or is there more to discover? Join this festive journey and embrace the joy of representation and holiday cheer.
From the publisher
Join one Black family on their journey to discover what Santa looks like in this joyous board book celebrating identity, family and holiday cheer! It’s not Christmas without Santa! But what does Santa truly look like? Does he match the figurines on the mantel, or the faces on our favorite holiday sweaters? Does he look like you or like me? Find out in this joyous and cozy celebration of family, representation, and holiday spirit! Destined to be a new classic, and perfect for any child looking to see some of themself in Santa Claus.
At a glance
- Format
- Board Book
- Pages
- 24
- Reading age
- 2–5
- Audience
- Board
- Lexile
- AD570L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~3.7
- F&P level
- ~O
Publication
- Published
- October 8, 2024
- First published
- November 9, 2021
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Board Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780593379455
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