
A Visit From Saint Nicholas
A Visit From Saint Nicholas
By F.O.C. Darley.
Step into a peaceful Christmas Eve, when the household is quiet, the children are dreaming, and stockings hang carefully by the chimney. Outside, moonlight shines across fresh snow—until a sudden clatter announces an extraordinary arrival overhead.
With lively rhythm and vivid, playful details, this beloved verse introduces a cheerful visitor, his tiny reindeer, and a sleigh filled with toys. Listeners will enjoy the warmth of the sleeping home, the surprise of a midnight encounter, and the unforgettable portrait of a jolly old elf whose good humor fills every line. Perfect for sharing aloud, this festive classic captures the wonder, anticipation, and gentle magic of Christmas night.
Language
en
Duration
~3 minutes (3K characters)
Release date
Dec 23, 2005
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1779–1863
Best known for the beloved Christmas poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” Clement Clarke Moore was also a respected scholar, professor, and influential developer of New York’s Chelsea neighborhood.
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