Review: Matilda Saves Santa Claus

While out on Christmas Eve trying to find the perfect Christmas tree, Matilda Mouse stumbles across Santa and his sleigh. They are stuck in tangled vines and without help, they won’t be able to deliver the sleigh full of Christmas gifts.

Can one small mouse save Christmas?

Matilda Saves Santa Claus is a familiar Christmas tale of selflessly helping others written by Australian author Alex Field and illustrated by Sophie Norsa. Perfect for Christmas Eve reading with young children, the sweet illustrations and simple story capture the sense of anticipation leading up to Santa’s arrival and the importance of doing what we can to help others.

Ideal for preschool-aged children, Matilda Saves Santa Claus is a story that celebrates the spirit of Christmas.

Title: Matilda Saves Santa Claus
Author: Alex Field
Illustrator: Sophie Norsa
Publisher: New Frontier Publishing, $24.99 RRP
Publication Date: 1 November 2013
Format: Hard cover
ISBN:  9781921928604
For ages: 2-5
Type: Picture Book