1 / 7Santa Post: Lift-the-Flap Christmas Picture Book
Lift-the-Flap: Santa Post is Emma Yarlett’s festive picture book about Santa trying to work out what Amy wants for Christmas. Readers can open the book’s letters and parcels as the story unfolds, adding an interactive element to a seasonal read-aloud.
At a glance
- Interactive lift-the-flap letters and parcels are part of the story.
- The plot follows Santa as he tries to understand Amy’s Christmas wish.
- The listing describes vibrant illustrations and quirky humour.
- Part of The Post Bag series.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Opening the letters gives young readers something to explore as the story is read.
- A Christmas-themed plot and picture-book format suit seasonal shared reading.
- Customer feedback specifically praises the illustrations, humour and flaps.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Walker Books Ltd |
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| Publication date | 5 Nov. 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| Reading age | 5 - 7 years |
| ISBN-10 | 1406392197 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1406392197 |
| Dimensions | 23.8 x 1.5 x 23.8 cm |
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| Weight listed | 400 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families looking for an interactive Christmas picture book to read together.
- Children who enjoy opening flaps and exploring illustrated letters within a story.
- Fans of The Jolly Christmas Postman, as suggested by the listing.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a non-seasonal story or a book without interactive flaps.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback highlights the festive story, illustrations, humour and interactive flaps, with customers describing it as enjoyable for family reading and read-alouds. These comments fit the listing’s illustrated Christmas story and letter-opening format. Aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, though ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the illustrations and say children enjoy them.
- Feedback describes the story as funny and enjoyable to read aloud.
- Customers appreciate the interactive flaps.
Frequently asked questions
What is Santa Post about?
Santa receives letters from children around the world, then struggles to work out what Amy wants for Christmas. The story follows his attempt to find the right present in time.
Does the book include flaps to open?
Yes. The listing describes lift-the-flap letters and parcels for readers to open as part of the story.
What age is Santa Post listed for?
The product details give a reading age of 5–7 years. The title also mentions ages 3–7, so the age guidance differs between the title and product details.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 32 pages.
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