
In a cozy, clutter‑filled workshop, Santa is ready to set off on his annual journey, but the routine cheer is interrupted by an unexpected strike. A lively cast of characters—Mrs. Santa, a curious Brownie, and a pair of rigid tin soldiers—join the scene, each delivering witty, song‑filled commentary that captures the spirit of a bustling, magical workshop. The opening act blends humor with a touch of melancholy as the familiar holiday preparations are suddenly tangled in a chorus of dissent.
The tension rises when several newly crafted toys refuse to be packed, insisting they stay in Santa‑land forever. Santa and Mrs. Santa must negotiate with the stubborn toys, balancing kindness with the practical need to deliver gifts. Their banter, punctuated by catchy melodies, sets the stage for a playful exploration of duty, pride, and the unexpected challenges that arise even in the most enchanted of places.
Language
en
Duration
~17 minutes (16K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Emmy, MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2016-12-30
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1884–1975
Best known for lively school plays, pageants, and comic verse, this New Jersey teacher turned classroom life into stories and performances children could actually use. Her work helped shape generations of school programs, from Christmas plays to patriotic pageants.
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