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In the Holly Jolly North Pole

A Pop-Up Adventure
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In Joel Stern's In the Holly Jolly North Pole, young readers are whisked away to a vibrant, festive world where the magic of the North Pole comes alive. The story follows a group of adventurous characters as they navigate this enchanting winter wonderland, encountering playful elves, imaginative challenges, and the spirit of Christmas. Perfect for children, the book captures the joy and excitement of the holiday season with delightful illustrations and heartwarming tales.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you're looking for a magical story filled with holiday cheer and whimsical adventures at the North Pole. It may appeal to young readers who are fascinated by Christmas tales, joyful elves and the enchanting spirit of the holiday season.

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The creators of In a Spooky Haunted House are back with an all-new, pop-up holiday journey to Santa's Workshop in the North Pole!

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Join Santa’s helpers on a journey through his workshop in this cheerful, sturdy holiday pop-up book!

Welcome to the cold North Pole,
where elves are all preparing
gifts for children around the world
for fun, and play, and sharing.

At the North Pole, Santa’s workshop is stuffed with little elves preparing for the holidays with gifts, treats, and fun! A sturdy page-turner, In the Holly Jolly North Pole is an innovative pop-up story with treats for kids of all ages.

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In the Holly Jolly North Pole by Joel Stern is a charming pop-up board book that captures the excitement of Santa's Christmas Eve journey. Its intricate pop-ups, found in every spread, vividly bring to life scenes of bustling elves.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781665933315

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Board book

Date Published: 26 October 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Little Simon

Illustration: f-c; POB gloss cvr w-foil; cut-out pops t-o gloss int

Contributors:

  • From an idea by Nancy Hall
  • Illustrated by Nancy Leschnikoff
  • Illustrated by Nancy Leschnikoff

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 404g

Pages: 14

About the Author

Joel Stern is the bestselling author of many books of paper crafts, including My First Origami KitMy First Origami Fairy Tales Kit, and Washington Pops!. He conducts paper craft workshops for kids of all ages in camps, schools, community centers, and libraries, and his folded and pop-up paper creations have been exhibited throughout the world.

Nancy Hall is the author of the Let’s Play board book series.

Nancy Leschnikoff is a freelance illustrator based just outside of London in Kent. Specializing in the illustration and design of children’s books and book covers, she also loves lettering projects that marry her skills of illustration and design. Nancy’s hand-drawn style has been featured in advertising, branding, web design, and publishing. Visit her at NancySchnikoff.com.

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