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The Night Before Christmas

By Clement Clarke Moore

Who’s secretly visiting the sleeping family on Christmas Eve—and what will they find?

classic festive enchanting

Genres

Classics Poetry/Verse

What is The Night Before Christmas about?

On a quiet Christmas Eve, a family sleeps peacefully while, outside, Santa Claus arrives with his reindeer-drawn sleigh. He slips down the chimney, fills the stockings with gifts, and departs, wishing all a 'Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!'

About the author

Clement Clarke Moore was an American writer best known for his famous Christmas poem, 'A Visit from St. Nicholas', also called 'The Night Before Christmas'. His delightful story about Santa Claus visiting on Christmas Eve has been enjoyed by children and families for many years, helping to create the magical traditions we love today.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2016

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