Mrs. Claus Takes a Vacation
Scholastic Inc. | ISBN 9781338833379 Paperback
32 Pages | Ages 3 to 5
Scholastic Inc. | ISBN 9781338874648 Ebook
32 Pages | Ages 3 to 5
Scholastic Inc | ISBN 9780439779791 Paperback
32 Pages | 8.04" x 10.02" | Ages 4 to 8
Raves & reviews:
"Santa's hangdog expression contrasts with his wife's snazzy smile as newcomer Alsenas depicts their separate pursuits (e.g., first-time gingerbread baking for him, reading romance novels on the beach for her) in a series of humorous, well-chosen scenes." — Publishers Weekly
"Alsenas's wry, folksy illustrations alternate between cozily framed images of the domesticated Santa and full-bleed, double-page spreads of Mrs. Claus following her bliss (on the beach and at a sushi bar, for example). The story's home-is-where-the-heart-is sentiment will resonate with frequent fliers and armchair travelers alike." — The Horn Book
"In his debut, Alsenas offers a modern Mrs. Claus and an expressive Santa with a range of emotions that extends beyond jolly... This quietly told story offers some insights into the value of traveling to new places, how it feels to be the one left behind and the meaning of shared experiences." — Kirkus Reviews