Dear Santa Series by Rod Campbell 2 Books Collection Set - Ages 2-4 - Board Book

Titles in This Set:
Dear Santa Sticker Activity Book
Dear Santa Lift-the-Flap Christmas

Format: Paperback / Board Book
ISBN: 9781529074703; 9781529050714

Overview:
Two beloved Christmas titles by Rod Campbell come together in this charming two-book set for ages 2–4. The first, Dear Santa Sticker Activity Book, offers a playful introduction to festive tasks with over 200 stickers, Christmas-themed activities, colouring pages, and games designed for preschoolers. It’s a hands-on companion that encourages fine motor skills and early literacy as little readers match shadows, complete patterns, and explore seasonal scenes. The second title, Dear Santa Lift-the-Flap Christmas, invites toddlers to lift flaps on every page to discover what Santa has sent as gifts. With a gleaming gold foil cover and a touch-and-feel surprise ending, it adds a tactile, interactive dimension to storytime. Together, these two books create a balanced, engaging reading experience—an ideal gift set for Christmas that blends play with a gentle narrative voice from a trusted author. The collection is perfectly suited to households seeking a mix of activity-led play and cozy storytelling during the festive season.

What This Collection Covers:
This set blends interactive play with storytelling to foster early learning in a festive context. The Sticker Activity Book engages children in hands-on tasks—stickering, colouring, matching, and pattern recognition—supporting concentration, creativity, and motor development while reinforcing familiar Christmas imagery. The Lift-the-Flap Christmas title complements this with a narrative that unfolds through flaps, revealing the surprises Santa sends and culminating in a memorable, tactile ending. The combination offers a gentle transition from active, self-directed play to guided reading, helping children associate books with joy, discovery, and the magic of the holiday season. Rod Campbell’s approachable language and familiar character design create continuity between titles, making this set an accessible entry point for holiday-themed reading aloud or independent exploration.

Book-by-Book Guide:
Dear Santa Sticker Activity Book—This sticker-filled companion to the Dear Santa canon invites little readers to engage with Christmas through creative play. With more than 200 stickers and a suite of activities, young children can practise colour recognition, shapes, and fine motor skills as they place stickers, trace lines, and complete simple tasks. The activities are designed for preschoolers, encouraging focus and confidence while keeping the festive spirit playful and approachable. The compact format makes it easy to take on the go, whether a family trip or a cozy afternoon at home. The book’s bright, simple visuals align with preschool learning needs, providing a satisfying, repeatable activity that supports early literacy through interactive interaction with the holiday theme.

Dear Santa Lift-the-Flap Christmas—A lift-the-flap Christmas favourite from Rod Campbell, this board book invites toddlers to discover what Santa has sent on each page by lifting sturdy flaps. The narrative builds anticipation as presents appear and are revealed, with a final touch-and-feel surprise ending that adds a tactile thrill to the reading experience. The gold foil cover enhances appeal on the shelf, signaling a special festive gift. This title offers short, repetitive phrases ideal for shared reading and language development in young children, while its chunky pages and durable format withstand little hands. It’s a classic, interactive Christmas story that pairs perfectly with active sticker play for a well-rounded seasonal reading routine.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This two-book collection is ideal for parents, guardians, and gift buyers seeking a thoughtfully curated holiday reading experience for toddlers and preschoolers. It’s a wonderful stocking stuffer or small gift that combines activity-based learning with a story-driven lift-the-flap format. Perfect for family reading time, car journeys, or classroom activities, the set supports early literacy, fine motor skills, and imaginative play. It’s particularly well-suited for households that appreciate a trusted preschool author and want a compact, engaging Christmas collection that can be reread throughout the season. Great for early readers who enjoy interactive books and for caregivers looking to encourage independent exploration with guided support when needed.

Key Benefits:

• Over 200 stickers and a wealth of activities in the Sticker Activity Book
• Several games and colouring tasks designed for preschoolers
• Interactive lift-the-flap storytelling with tactile elements
• Durable formats: board book for little hands and paperback for easy handling
• Festive Christmas themes that boost engagement and excitement
• Supports fine motor skill development and early literacy
• Compact, gift-ready set ideal for gifting and stocking fillers
• Consistent author-brand appeal from Rod Campbell, creator of Dear Zoo

About the Author:
Rod Campbell is a celebrated author and illustrator whose simple, repetitive texts and tactile elements have made him a staple of early childhood reading. He is best known for the enduring classic Dear Zoo, which has introduced generations of children to interactive storytelling. The Dear Santa titles extend his hallmark approach—clear, engaging language paired with playful interactivity. The Lift-the-Flap Christmas book, in particular, showcases his talent for combining accessible text with hands-on features that invite toddlers to participate in the story. Campbell’s work is characterized by bright, bold visuals, approachable sentence structures, and a warm, reassuring tone that resonates with both children and caretakers alike.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
This two-book collection delivers a complete holiday reading experience in a compact, gift-ready package. You’ll enjoy the balance of hands-on sticker play and interactive lift-the-flap storytelling, providing variety that keeps young minds engaged while reinforcing early literacy skills. Owning the full set means you’ll have a cohesive, nostalgic holiday reading routine—perfect for gifting, family time, or classroom activities. It’s a dependable, joyful introduction to Christmas literature from a trusted author, designed to spark imagination and celebrate the festive spirit year after year.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.