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The architect of The Wizard of Oz delves into the mythological beginnings of the jolly old elf himself. Baum created a mythological world in which the magical forest of Burzee, created at the beginning of time, is the main source of all otherworldly magical power. Ak, the Master Woodsman, ruled the forests; Kern, the Master Husbandman of the World, ruled the food crops; Bo, the Master Mariner of the World, ruled the seas. All other immortals are subject to these three. Baum also created Ryls as guardians of the flowers and Knooks as guardians of the animals of the world.

Santa makes wishes come true every year—but what happens when Santa has a wish of his own? With Mrs. Claus’s clever idea and a boy’s heartfelt letter, Santa rediscovers the joy found in the true meaning of Christmas. Santa longs to experience childhood play again, but when Christmas Eve arrives, he realizes he hasn't had even a moment to play. Mrs. Claus reminds him it’s never too late to make magic happen. With a little Christmas sparkle and a lot of heart, Santa’s wish leads him to two siblings, Ashton and Lizzie, who need a special kind of gift—one that brings love, laughter, and hope.

During a Christmas shopping spree, Mary Anne racks up a large debt on her father's credit card. Baby-sitting won't cover the charges, so she takes a secret job as a department store elf to pay her father back.

Everyone knows about Santa Claus of course and his wonderful trip around the world on the night before Christmas. But what about his early life? Where was he born? What was he like as a youth? How did he come to be such a wonderful toymaker? When did he start using the Reindeer? And, most importantly, how has he been able to live so very long?

The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus is a 1902 children's book, written by L. Frank Baum, author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The book is the origin story of Santa Claus and persuasively explains how he began to deliver toys to children, why he arrives via chimney at night, and how he came to travel by a sleigh pulled by reindeer.

Perfect for families, holiday enthusiasts, and fans of classic tales, The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus is a heartwarming audiobook that will inspire the festive spirit in listeners of all ages. Experience the magic of Santa’s origins in this beautifully narrated retelling of a holiday classic.

Santa Claus, as a baby, is found in the Forest of Burzee by Ak, the Master Woodsman of the World (a supreme immortal), and placed in the care of the lioness Shiegra; but thereupon adopted by the Wood Nymph, Necile. Upon reaching young adulthood, Claus is introduced by Ak to human society, wherein he sees poverty and difficulties. Because he cannot reside in Burzee as an adult, he settles in the nearby Laughing Valley of Hohaho, where the immortals regularly assist him, and Necile gives him a little cat named Blinky.

An imaginative work first published in 1902, L. Frank Baum’s The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus tells the story of Claus, an orphaned boy raised by various immortal creatures in an enchanted forest. When he reaches adulthood, Claus is told to live among mortals; he is disheartened initially by poverty, war, and other negative aspects of humanity. He becomes well-known for his kindness to children, and this enthusiasm leads to the invention of the first toys.

The snow has started to fall, and the holiday season has begun in Canada. As the weather gets cooler, things start to change around Bailey’s house. Mommy and Daddy take Bailey to a new place, they put a big green tree in the living room, and they light candles on the coffee table. Bailey even gets a new present that he can use with his Daddy. Bailey is confused with all of this change at first, but he feels safe knowing that everyone around him is happy, and that Mommy and Daddy and their families are spending time together.

Christmas Stories by L. Frank Baum is a delightful compilation of enchanting tales that bring the magic of Christmas to life. This collection features three cherished stories by L. Frank Baum, the beloved author of The Wizard of Oz series: The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus, A Kidnapped Santa Claus, and Little Bun Rabbit.

READ BY EMILIA FOX. Melrose and Croc return in style in this beautiful picture book and audio adventure, all about being the very best of friends. From the creator of the Blue Kangaroo series, these adorable characters will soon be your best friends too! READ BY EMILIA FOX. Melrose and Croc are...

15 stories of Santa Claus' magical life outside of Christmas.

Check out this book based on the classic carol "The 12 Days of Christmas", which will delight young listeners. Children will especially love singing along. This interactive and lively book is sure to be a family favorite at Christmastime, year after year. Life is hard! And it's even harder for children who are just trying to figure things out. The new children's book series, Ninja Life Hacks, was developed to help children learn valuable life skills. Fun, pint-size characters in comedic books easy enough for young listeners, yet witty enough for adults.

The First Christmas Children’s Book (German) provides an annual Christmas storytelling tradition of the greatest birthday in history–the birth of Jesus! A memorable storyline that intertwines a family experience with biblical and historical truths. You now have a fun and helpful resource for when asking, “How do I introduce my children to Christmas?”

Als es zu schneien beginnt, taucht der Reiseesel Mallorca beim kleinen Tiger und kleinen Bären auf. Er erzählt von einem Fest, das in anderen Ländern zur Winterzeit gefeiert wird, mit geschmücktem Baum und Geschenken, die ein Herr Weihnachtsmann bringt. Na klar: Der kleine Tiger und der kleine Bär wollen auch Weihnachten feiern! Alle Freunde werden eingeladen, mit dem Specht ein Wunschbriefkasten gebaut und bis es so weit ist, zieht so manches Tier bei ihnen in die gute Stube. Total unheimlich gemütlich...".

The First Christmas Children’s Book provides an annual Christmas storytelling tradition of the greatest birthday in history - the birth of Jesus! A memorable storyline that intertwines a family experience with biblical and historical truths. You now have a fun and helpful resource for when asking, “How do I introduce my children to Christmas?”

Leonie freut sich: Bald ist Weihnachten! Und bis dahin ist noch viel los: In der Kita backt und bastelt sie gemeinsam mit Matteo und Ayse. Und Leonie spielt mit der kleinen Holzkrippe. Sie weiß, dass ihre Familie Weihnachten feiert, weil das kleine Jesusbaby an dem Tag vor langer Zeit geboren wurde. Ayse weiß das auch, aber sie feiert Weihnachten nicht wie Leonie. Macht nichts, die beste Freundin ist Ayse trotzdem und der Besuch bei ihr mit Mama macht Spaß. Auf den Weihnachtsmarkt geht es auch und schließlich ist Bescherung. Wie wunderbar.