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Cover of A Village Missing from Christmas: The Story of Kris Cringle by Bryan Evans

A children’s book by Bryan Evans

A Village Missing from Christmas: The Story of Kris Cringle

Chapter bookAges 7–12Australian author

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In a snowy village hidden deep in the Forest of Long Shadows, twelve-year-old Kris Cringle spends every spare moment making toys in his father’s old shed. A wooden duck Kris has made begins to show signs of magic. It squeaks when something is wrong and seems to know far more than any ordinary toy should. When a letter to Santa Claus begins an unexpected journey, Kris is drawn into a Christmas mystery far beyond his small village. Can a young toymaker and a determined wooden duck help uncover the truth before it is too late?

When Kris and his parents make toys for children who might otherwise go without, a squeaking wooden duck and a letter to Santa lead Kris into an extraordinary Christmas mystery.

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Best suited to

Independent readers and families looking for a warm, funny Christmas adventure filled with mystery, generosity and magic.

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Ideas within the story

Christmas • magic • kindness • toymaking • adventure

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For the classroom

Invites discussion about generosity, problem-solving, toymaking, community and the ways children can help others at Christmas.

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What age is A Village Missing from Christmas: The Story of Kris Cringle suitable for?

This chapter book is written for ages 7–12. Independent readers and families looking for a warm, funny Christmas adventure filled with mystery, generosity and magic.

What can children talk about after reading it?

Invites discussion about generosity, problem-solving, toymaking, community and the ways children can help others at Christmas.

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