When Santa becomes stuck in the chimney of a house on Christmas Eve, the dog, the cat, the reindeer, and a mouse try to free him.

When Andy's family goes on a Christmas vacation without his toys, Woody, Buzz, and the others decorate Andy's room and have a Christmas of their own.

As snow drifts higher and higher, the pastor of a small country church worries that no one will attend Christmas Eve services, but soon an unusual congregation gathers and shares the spirit of the season.

In answer to children's questions by letter or email, Mrs. Santa Claus explains such things as why Santa's village cannot be seen, how to become an elf, and what reindeer like to eat.

The Spriitelees earn their sparkpacks by performing three acts of kindness, and Bob--the only Spriitelee without one--hopes that by helping Santa get ready for Christmas, he will earn his magic pack.

When Chris expresses doubt about the existence of Santa Claus, his older sister Sophie reveals that their aunt is really Santa's sister and helper and then sends him on a strange journey.

When Angelina does not get the star role in the Christmas dance recital, she becomes upset and quits the show, but when one of the performers is injured she suddenly sees the importance of doing the role given her to her best ability.

"The flames of memory always seem to glow a little brighter during the holidays. Perhaps that's why this time of year is so difficult for airline heiress Ivy Macintosh, as she faces thoughts of yet another festive season alone. Since the plane crash that claimed the lives of her husband and two children eight years ago, she's been submerged in grief. When eleven-year-old Holly Greenwood knocks on her door, lost and frightened after a forbidden visit...

A musical, animal Christmas parade fills each page, complete with chickens with bassoons, ducks with trombones, mice with piccolos, and a tiny bird with a large tuba.