The Night Before Christmas is an enchanting Christmas story that has brought Santa Claus to life for generations. Celebrate the holiday season with this Keepsake Gift Set featuring a mini novelty edition of the #1 New York Times bestselling classic poem with a four-page fold-out and a beautifully hand-painted ornament.

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

Carry on a family tradition or start one of your own with this new version of the classic Christmas book for children and families. Initially published anonymously as A Visit from Saint Nicholas, and credited as a work by Clement Clark Moore, this timeless tale is the perfect family read as children prepare for Santa and his reindeer on Christmas Eve.

This Keepsake Gift Set includes:

• A beautifully designed mini hardcover edition
• Hand-painted Santa Claus ornament
• Gorgeous four-page fold-out to immerse the reader in the story
• A ribbon marker for hanging on the tree
• Lavish illustrations by renowned, New York Times #1 Bestselling artist Charles Santore, the critically-acclaimed illustrator of multiple classic tales, including The Velveteen Rabbit, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and Aesop's Fables
• A nod to Dutch references in the poem, specifically the Dutch name "Donder" which translates to "thunder"

The Night Before Christmas:

• Is perfect for family read-alouds or gatherings
• Makes a great holiday, Advent, or Christmas gift
• A classic for children ages 1-4 or the young at heart
• A keepsake ornament for the Christmas Tree

Charles Santore's works has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children's stories, including The Little Mermaid, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Snow White, and The Wizard of Oz.