Welcome, my friends …
There is a special kind of magic in a Christmas story—especially one told by the glow of a tree, with little ones gathered close and hearts full of wonder. In addition to the most well-known Christmas stories, there are many other wonderful tales to enjoy.
Long ago, before the hustle of the modern world, stories of Santa Claus were shared in simple verses—spoken aloud, passed down, and remembered. These tales remind us not only of gifts and laughter, but of kindness, generosity, and the joy of giving.
I invite you now to sit back, settle in, and enjoy two less well-known but classic Christmas stories.
Santa Claus and His Works
by George P. Webster
Old Santa Claus, with merry face,
Lives in a queer and curious place;
Far, far away from toil and strife,
And all the busy world of life.There, in his workshop, large and wide,
With cunning tools on every side,
He labors hard throughout the year
To bring the children Christmas cheer.With nimble fingers, swift and sure,
He fashions toys both strong and pure;
And every doll and every drum
Is made before the night has come.His reindeer wait with eager feet
To bear him on his journey fleet;
And when at last the time is near,
He loads his sleigh with Christmas cheer.Then through the silent, frosty night,
Beneath the moon’s soft silver light,
He drives along from roof to roof
With steady hand and silent hoof.He climbs each chimney, small or tall,
To leave his kindly gifts for all;
Then mounts again and speeds away
Before the coming light of day.And when the morning sun is bright,
And children wake with fresh delight,
They bless the name of Santa Claus,
And praise his good and kindly cause.
Old Santeclaus with Much Delight
(Traditional, 1821)
Old Santeclaus with much delight
His reindeer drives this frosty night,
O’er chimney tops, and tracks of snow,
To bring his yearly gifts to you.The steady friend of virtuous youth,
The friend of duty, and of truth,
Each Christmas eve he joys to come
Where love and peace have made their home.Through many houses he has been,
And various beds and stockings seen;
Some, white as snow, and neatly mended,
While others, torn, with care unattended.For, though the children slumber sound,
And not a single voice is found,
Santa can see, and Santa can hear,
What every child has done all year.He fills the stockings
With dainties, toys, and all things should;Then onward drives his rapid sleigh
To carry him before the day,
For, if the sun should once appear,
His work would not be half so dear.So haste, dear children, one and all,
And heed kind Santa’s yearly call;
Be good, be kind, be full of cheer,
And he will surely visit here.
A Word from Santa Paul
These stories have been shared for generations, and each time they are read aloud, their magic comes to life once more.
They remind us that Christmas is not only about what we receive, but about who we are—kind, thoughtful, and full of goodwill toward others.
Whether you are gathered with family, reading to little ones, or enjoying a quiet moment by the tree, I hope these stories bring warmth to your home and a sparkle to your season.
Until we meet again…
Merry Christmas, and may your days be filled with joy, wonder, and a touch of Christmas magic.
