There Was a Young Reindeer Who Swallowed a Present by Kaye Baillie

A festive twist on the classic cumulative tale, this laugh-out-loud Christmas cracker follows one cheeky little reindeer who just can’t stop swallowing everything in sight!

It all starts with a present… then an elf, a bauble, a tree and before you know it, the sleigh is stuffed, Santa's in a panic, and one little reindeer has a seriously full tummy.

Written in bouncy, rhyming verse and brought to life by the vibrant illustrations of award-winning Diane Ewen, this delightful book is perfect for reading aloud at Christmas parties, classroom celebrations, or snuggled up at bedtime.

Why We (and Schools) Love It:

• Cumulative structure supports prediction and memory skills—great for early literacy development.
• Silly holiday humour that keeps children engaged from beginning to end.
• Bright, inclusive illustrations perfect for classroom displays or storytelling corners.

Author: Kaye Baillie, Illustrator: Diane Ewen, Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Format: Paperback, Pages: 32, Age Recommendation: 3+