Regan, Dana

Clement C. Moore (1779-1863), an American scholar and poet, first wrote this poem in 1822 to entertain his children. A friend submitted it to a local newspaper, The Troy Sentinel, where it was published on December 23, 1823. Moore's delightful description of St. Nicholas and his eight flying reindeer has since become the definitive portrait of Santa Claus.

Bruce Whatley is the author and illustrator of many popular and award-winning books, including Whatley's Quest and Dectective Donut and the Wild Goose Chase, which he co-wrote with Rosie Smith. He has also illustrated The Teddy Bears' Pic...