So much responsibility is resting on the shoulders of Teeka at the North Pole: she has to get all of Santa's reindeer ready for Christmas Eve. But Teeka's bossy yelling and lack of compassion quickly stir up anger and stress amongst the reindeer, so that it seems like no one will be ready in time. Perhaps if Teeka learns to try a different approach, with love and care towards these powerful, wild friends, Christmas might just be saved in time! 

Each page of this modern classic from Jan Brett is filled with detailed Swedish folk art illustrations, including a Christmas countdown on the side margins. As you read about Teeka and the wild reindeer, you can also observe the elves getting all the toys and cookies ready for Santa and the big day. A lovely book to read year after year. 

Also from Jan Brett: The Mitten 

• paperback
• 32 pages
• ages 4 to 8