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• Word - Accessible Word output, which can be unzipped and opened in any tool that allows .docx files

Santa Paws Saves the Day (Santa Paws #7)

The Callahan family is on their way to Vermont for a fun-filled holiday on the ski slopes. Santa Paws and the new puppy are looking forward to a nice, relaxing week curled up next to the lodge fire. But up in the cold, snowy mountains, there's lots of people who need help. Fortunately, there's one dog who always comes to the rescue -- Santa Paws! But will his playful new sidekick accidentally get him *into* trouble instead of out of it?

Santa Paws and the Christmas Storm

Santa Paws is known far and wide for his amazing rescues. Even the people on tiny Blueberry Island off the coast of Maine have heard of his daring feats. Santa Paws and the entire Callahan family are spending Christmas on the island this year. It's not long before Santa Paws is sniffing out trouble. First, he and Cookie rescue the two cats from the freezing ocean waters. Then he comes to the aid of Jake, an island dog injured in a fight. And then comes a big storm, just before Christmas. A little boy goes missing. Can Santa Paws find him and save the holiday?

Santa Paws and the New Puppy (Santa Paws #6)

Last Christmas in Oceanport? It's Christmastime, Santa Paws' favorite time of year! The famous dog and his human friends Gregory and Patricia are gearing up for another rescue-filled holiday season. But then Mr. and Mrs. Callahan break the news -- the family is moving to New York City! What will Oceanport do without them? Well, for starters, the whole town turns out to bid their favorite dog a fond farewell. But this holiday season has a little something more in store for Santa Paws. On Christmas morning, a very special visitor will arrive. . . .

Santa Paws on Christmas Island (Santa Paws #9)

[from the back cover] "A CHRISTMAS WITHOUT SNOW? Santa Paws is used to spending Christmas in cold places. But this year the Callahans are trading their parkas and sleds for bathing suits and surfboards. The whole family--including Santa Paws' best friend, Cookie, and the two cats--is spending the holiday on a sunny Florida island. But even a tropical paradise doesn't mean a break for Santa Paws. While the family tries to enjoy their vacation, Santa Paws is hard at work, saving the day. But who would have thought that Santa Paws and Cookie would need to be rescued? And you'll never guess who saves the day. It's a truly magical Christmas for all!"

Santa Paws to the Rescue (Santa Paws #4)

"STORM OF THE CENTURY! It was almost Christmas. With Santa Paws safe at home, it was sure to be a wonderful holiday. No one could have guessed a devastating ice storm was about to hit their tiny town. Now people are trapped in their homes without heat and water. Fallen trees, downed power lines, and slick roads mean danger for all who live there. Santa Paws is up against the biggest disaster he has ever faced." He can't drive police cars or dial 911, but he can show ambulance drivers which way to go, push people out of harm's way, just in time, and keep people who are in big trouble from giving up. Now, he has his cat friend Abigail to keep him company on his rescue missions. She teases him more than helping him but she doesn't want to be left behind. His owner Gregory is thirteen and his sister, Patricia is fourteen. They are old enough to carry out their own rescue missions, even in freezing sleet and gale force winds. Check the Bookshare collection for all 9 of the Christmas adventure books in the Santa Paws Series. Start with #1 Santa Paws, #2 The Return of Santa Paws, and #3 Come Home Santa Paws.

Santa Paws, Come Home (Santa Paws #3)

Santa paws the dog who loves his family and being called, "Good Dog," is back. The Christmas season starts out perfectly for him. He saves a toddler and gets Chinese food as a reward. When he's kidnapped and taken hundreds of miles from home, he and his family don't feel like Christmas any more. As the Callahans search for him, he escapes and starts walking home. It's cold, he's hungry and many people don't like him, but Santa Paws isn't a dog who gives up. He trots north, stopping only long enough to rest, find food and give help when he senses people or animals are in trouble. His adventures make exciting reading. You'll cheer for the dog who seems to almost work magic at Christmas time. Read the Santa Paws books from Bookshare. They are, #1 Santa Paws, #2, The Return of Santa Paws, and #4 Santa Paws to the Rescue with more Santa Paws books to come.

Santa Paws, Our Hero (Santa Paws #5)

Santa Paws has hit it big! Now that it's Christmastime again, he's been asked to do appearances at malls, shopping centers, and children's hospitals all throughout New England. But when disaster strikes, Santa Paws is there to save the day.

Santa Pups

Dogs can't replace Santa's reindeer, but they will leave readers howling with laughter!Santa loves his reindeer. But what happens when he decides to let dogs pull his sleigh? What kind of dog would be best?The Labradors made too much noise, the mastiffs were too big, and the greyhounds were too fast. Santa tried poodles, Pekingese, pit bulls, Shar-Peis, Dalmatians, dachshunds, basset hounds, sheepdogs, and even mutts. He wound up adopting all the dogs, but none could replace the reindeer.

Santa Rex

From Caldecott-winning author-illustrator Molly Idle comes the perfect stocking stuffer for fans of Cordelia and her Cretaceous friends: Santa Rex!Christmas season has arrived, and nothing says holiday cheer quite like candy canes, hot cocoa, and DINOSAURS! Cordelia is celebrating her favorite winter holiday with her Cretaceous buddies and everything is just peachy--as long as nobody topples the Christmas tree. Oops...too late! This year, will Santa Rex bring her everything she asked for?

Santa S. O. S.

[from the back cover] "SANTA IS MISSING! For most kids, Santa Claus is just a guy who comes down their chimney once a year. But he's much more than that to Nick and Marcia--he's their grandfather! So when Mrs. Claus calls to say that Santa has disappeared, Nick and Marcia head to the North Pole to start their search for Santa. Did Santa lose his directions? Did he have sleigh trouble? Are Donner and Blitzen playing a joke? Who knows?! But if Nick and Marcia don't find Santa in time for Christmas, there won't be presents for anyone--naughty or nice!" Bookshare has another book about Nick's Christmas adventures helping his Grandfather, Santa, called The Santa Solution.

Santa Shark: A Great White Christmas

Here's Santa as you've never seen him before -- get ready for a hilariously, fintastic underwater holiday story, from New York Times bestselling creator Mike Lowery!Jingle shells, Jingle shells, jingle all the waves! Oh, what fun it is to dive in a sea horse-driven sleigh!While humans may count the days until Santa Claus arrives, deep in the ocean, Edgar, a goofy, toothy young shark prepares for the arrival of Santa Shark! But Lotta, his sidekick crab pal, is not as convinced. Still, Lotta helps Edgar get his home ready. In a race against time they prepare a tasty snack for Santa, write Christmas cods to their friends, and sing Christmas corals! Will Edgar find a way to make sure everything is just right for Santa Shark's big night?With laugh-out-loud humor, puns galore, and tons of holiday spirit, this story is sure to become an instant classic, beloved by parents and children for many holidays to come! So put up your Christmas reef and get ready to celebrate a Great White (Shark) Christmas from our New York Times bestselling and beloved creator, Mike Lowery!

Santa Stops at Disneyland (Little Golden Book)

This brand-new Little Golden Book features Santa Claus at Disneyland! Kids ages 2 to 5, Disney Park fans, and Little Golden Book collectors of all ages will love this fun and festive storybook!Every Christmas Eve, Santa flies around the world, delivering presents to good children. But before that, he stops at Disneyland to spread a little holiday cheer at the happiest place on Earth! Featuring beloved locations from all around Disneyland, this book makes the perfect stocking stuffer! Look for other Disney Parks Little Golden Books!The Haunted MansionIt&’s a Small WorldJungle CruiseSpace Mountain Little Golden Books enjoy nearly 100% consumer recognition. They feature beloved classics, hot licenses, and new original stories . . . the classics of tomorrow.

Santa Who?

In telling the rich history of the Christmas gift-giver, Gail Gibbons draws upon many cultures. From the legend of Saint Nicholas to the Dutch Sinter Cleas, from "The Night before Christmas" to Thomas Nast's famous cartoons, her lively, well-researched text and sparkling illustrations show how the changing image of Santa became the beloved symbol of Christmas we know today. Notable Children's Trade Books in the Field of Social Studies 2000.

Santa and the Goodnight Train (The Goodnight Train)

Ho-ho-hold on to your teddy bear! The Goodnight Train follows Santa&’s sleigh on a magical ride through a winter wonderland in this Christmas sequel to The Goodnight Train and The Goodnight Train Rolls On!.Fa La La! Fa La La!Chooo! Chooo! Next stop, the North Pole! It&’s Christmas Eve, and the Goodnight Train is on a roll, racing mischievous Santa through a winter wonderland. Hear the jingle bells, taste some candy canes, and spy a flying hoof or two on a merry ride to Dreamland—with one magical detour—in this Christmas companion to The Goodnight Train and The Goodnight Train Rolls On! Ho-ho-hold on tight for this unforgettable holiday ride!

Santa in the City

A little girl's belief in Santa is restored in this ode to the magic of Christmas. This is a holiday gift readers will treasure for years to come!It's two weeks before Christmas, and Deja is worried that Santa might not be able to visit her--after all, as a city kid, she doesn't have a chimney for him to come down and none of the parking spots on her block could fit a sleigh, let alone eight reindeer! But with a little help from her family, community, and Santa himself, Deja discovers that the Christmas spirit is alive and well in her city. With bold, colorful illustrations that capture the joy of the holidays, this picture book from award-winning author Tiffany D. Jackson and illustrator Reggie Brown is not to be missed.

Santa's Christmas

One Christmas Eve Santa falls sick, which means no presents for the children around the world. The children all decide to visit Santa instead. During the visit the children learn the true meaning of Christmas.

Santa's First Christmas

Mac Barnett and Sydney Smith team up for an unforgettable celebration of Christmas.We all know that Santa makes everyone&’s dreams come true every Christmas, but it turns out that he needs a little help getting into the holiday spirit himself. Instead of letting Santa get right back to work after he returns home to the North Pole on Christmas morning, his loyal elves want to make sure he experiences the same Christmas cheer he provides for others. With the perfect tree, lots of delicious treats, and, of course, presents, Santa experiences the magic of Christmas for the very first time.Beloved children&’s book creators Mac Barnett and Sydney Smith have unveiled Santa unlike ever seen before, and as a result, created a merry new Christmas classic.

Santa's Little Engine (Thomas & Friends)

Deck the halls with Thomas the Tank Engine in this Step into Reading Step 1 early reader featuring a Christmas Thomas & Friends story!

Santa's Little Helper (Sabrina the Teenage Witch #5)

Sabrina's down in the dumps. Everyone else has the holiday spirit... even Libby Chessler! Sabrina's aunts Hilda and Zelda, are trying to give her a happy holiday but their best spells fall flat. And Harvey seems so busy and secretive. Is he giving her the brush-off for Christmas? Sabrina decides to give him the ultimate Christmas gift: Elvis' voice for the holiday concert. What a disaster! Suddenly Harvey's a chic magnet and Sabrina's out in the cold. Then, when she volunteers to take Jenny's place as Santa's elf, Santa and the presents disappear! It will take a miracle-or a teenage witch-to save this Christmas. But can Sabrina succeed and keep her secret safe?

Santa's Little Helpers (Little Golden Book)

MGM's classic cat-and-mouse duo Tom and Jerry are back in this action-packed Christmas Little Golden Book perfect for boys and girls aged 2-5 and lifelong fans of the series right on time for the new film. It's Christmas Eve, but Tom and Jerry still don't get along. They can't even decorate the house together. After a fight over what lights to put on the roof throws them in Santa Claus's sleigh without Santa, Tom and Jerry must work together to save Christmas for everyone. Kids ages 2-5 will love this epic Tom and Jerry Christmas adventure.

Santa's Puppy

Homeward Bound meets Elf in this heartwarming tale for the whole family. Can Chris, Holly, and Ivy help Santa's dog Peppermint Bark jingle all the way home to the North Pole before Christmas Day ends?For 364 days of the year, Santa and his best friend, Peppermint Bark, are inseparable. Santa's fluffy white dog helps herd the reindeer, keep tabs on the elves, and check the list—twice. But though Peppermint Bark asks every Christmas, he never gets to join Santa on his sleigh ride around the world. Until the dog decides to stow away . . .When eight- and eleven-year-old Chris and Holly Kerstman discover a small white dog wedged in their chimney on Christmas morning, they can't imagine where he came from, until he tells them. Peppermint Bark is unlike any dog they and Holly's best friend, Ivy, have ever met: His breath smells of mint, faint jingle bells can be heard when he wags his tail, and he can talk! He tells the kids all about his secret sleigh ride and how he got accidentally left behind on their rooftop, but when it comes to answering the question of how he'll get home to the North Pole, Peppermint Bark is stumped. It's up to the kids to work together to get Peppermint Bark home before the last magical portal to the North Pole closes at midnight on Christmas Day. A Christmas tale with enough heartwarming moments and heart-pounding action to entertain the entire family this holiday!

Santa's Song

Reindeer and other little animals join together to sing a song for Santa.

Santa's Suit

Santa's Toy Shop (Little Golden Book)

The magic of the holidays and the magic of Disney combine in this charming Christmas tale! Inspired by a 1932 Walt Disney Silly Symphony animated short, the Santa's Toy Shop Little Golden Book was originally published in 1950. In this delightful story, Santa wants time to play with all the wonderful toys he and the elves have made, but he's just too busy--until Mrs. Claus gives him an idea! Disney animator Al Dempster and the Walt Disney Studio artists created a holiday classic we are proud to reissue as a Little Golden Book--for the first time in over 20 years. Great for kids 2 to 5 and collectors of all ages!

Santa.com

A Christmas tale for the modern age, complete with automation and a company-wide hack. Can the elves save Christmas in time?