Mr Santa
An enchanting festive story with all the magic of Christmas for curious 3-7 year olds
Published on 25. September 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
40 pages
978-1-5295-2319-5 (ISBN)
Description
Mr Santa, want to hear me play? Do the reindeer talk? And can I ride your sleigh?
When a little girl comes face to face with Santa in her own house, she can hardly believe it! It's her golden opportunity to ask him the questions - all the many questions! - that she's been desperate to know... Can Santa eat clouds? Does he stop at traffic lights? Is his belly button innie or outie?
With his signature warmth and visual humour, Jarvis channels the excitement and joy of every child who has dreamed of meeting the loveable guy who personifies the most magical night of the year.
When a little girl comes face to face with Santa in her own house, she can hardly believe it! It's her golden opportunity to ask him the questions - all the many questions! - that she's been desperate to know... Can Santa eat clouds? Does he stop at traffic lights? Is his belly button innie or outie?
With his signature warmth and visual humour, Jarvis channels the excitement and joy of every child who has dreamed of meeting the loveable guy who personifies the most magical night of the year.
Reviews / Votes
This soft, light-infused rhyming picture book follows an inquisitive child on a pastel-blue sleigh ride with "Mr Santa", asking artless questions ("Can you eat clouds?" "Is my brother naughty or nice?") and waking with a full stocking to wonder: "Was it really real?" Sure to become a seasonal bedtime favourite. * Children's Books of the Month, The Guardian * Jarvis again demonstrated his aptitude for capturing a child's voice with Mr Santa. * The Guardian and The Observer, Best Children's and YA Books of 2024 * Perfect for reading aloud, with dreamy illustrations. * Daily Mail * a whimsical story that will warm you through with its witty humour [...] Nostalgic and magical, this book beautifully encapsulates the wonder and curiosity of children at Christmastime. * Scotland on Sunday * Jarvis's illustrations perfectly complement the gentle tone, making this a charming read that parents and children will love to explore together. A festive gem that embodies the magic of Christmas Eve. * Preneur World *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 3 to 7 years
Dimensions
Height: 261 mm
Width: 227 mm
Thickness: 7 mm
Weight
215 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-5295-2319-5 (9781529523195)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Jarvis studied Graphic Design and previously worked as a record sleeve designer, website designer and an animation director before becoming a children's bookmaker. His books with Walker include the Bear and Bird books, The Boy with Flowers in His Hair, which won the Oscar's Book Prize, Thank You, Follow Me, Flo!, Tropical Terry, Mrs Mole, I'm Home!, and Alan's Big, Scary Teeth, which won the V&A Best Illustrated Book. He is also the illustrator of the much-loved "Pick a ..." series written by Patricia Toht and Oh, Are You Awake? by Bob Shea. Jarvis lives in Manchester with his wife and their dog Milo. Follow him on Twitter as @heyimjarvis, and on Instagram as @booksbyjarvis.