Golden Books is proud to reissue this beloved Christmas collection, chock-full of funny animal stories and poems. This oversize format features Scarry’s earlier, more painterly style and makes a perfect gift. A true holiday treat for Scarry fans!

Describes how and why daylight grows shorter as winter approaches, the effect of shorter days on animals and people, and how the winter solstice has been celebrated throughout history. Includes activities.

A timeless Richard Scarry Christmas tale of two little mice waiting for Santa is now available as a Little Golden Book! In this Richard Scarry Christmas classic, now a Little Golden Book, children will meet two little mice who've discovered the candy, dolls, and even a race car that Santa brought. But did Santa leave anything for the two little mice? Toddlers and kids will love the happy ending in this sweet story from the 1960s, with its charming illustrations digitally restored to their original brilliance.

Includes such activities as connecting-the-dots, making holiday decorations and cards, coloring, and making paper models.

The inhabitants of Busytown prepare for Christmas in this collection of stories, songs, and holiday activities.