BALTIMORE, Nov. 9, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- It's the night before Christmas and four-year-old Ricky has his mind set on one thing: catch Santa on his rounds. A new children's book captures the innocence and wonder of a little boy who secretly wants to see Santa Claus. Glen Rayson's new book for children, The Night I Saw Santa, with its rhythmic prose and wonderful illustrations, is an enjoyable read to its target audience and to every adult who remembers the magical feeling Santa Claus brought to their childhood.
When Ricky and his sisters are huddled near the fire for storytelling, four-year-old Ricky can't wait to get to bed. Ricky is determined to see Santa Claus, so he counts the hours till midnight. On the eve of Christmas when his parents and his two elder sisters are asleep, Ricky tries to stay up but fails. Late at night, he awakens to the sound of tiny bells, and when he peeks outside his window, he sees his heart's desire. "It was he!" exclaims the little boy upon seeing the "ruddy, jolly" fellow. Santa leaves Ricky a special gift, and the following morning, everyone in his family wonders who gave it to the little boy. When his aunts and uncles and cousins arrive, Ricky tells them that the special gift came from Santa Claus himself but no one believes him. Christmas was a special day spent playing in the snow with his sisters, cousins, and friends. That night, Ricky goes to bed with a smile on his face.
The Night I Saw Santa is a special gift for every kid, whether reader or non-reader, this Christmas. Kids will delight in hearing new words and sounds, especially the rhymes and love the colorful illustrations. Even adults will take pleasure in this new children's book that reminds us of the jolly old fellow that filled our fantasies and dreams during Christmas.
About the Author
Glen Rayson is a physician and writer who has traveled widely in various countries as an observer and consultant. He was a four-time volunteer to country hospitals and clinics during the Vietnam War. He is now retired and writes stories, poems, and songs. Rayson is author of two recent picture books -- The Night I Saw Santa and The Little Leaguer.
The Night I Saw Santa -- By Glen Rayson
A Christmas Story
Publication Date: September 25, 2003
Trade Paperback; $14.99; 30 pages; 1-4134-0588-6
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