Secretly Santa

Dear Santa, are you my bus driver? Sam, the newest second grader at North Pine Elementary, suspects that his rosy-cheeked bus driver, Mr. Nick, might be Santa Claus! He has the white beard, round belly, and jolly laugh, but it couldn't be him...could it? When his new friend Callie agrees, the two young detectives launch a playful investigation to uncover the truth: Is Mr. Nick secretly Santa? They look for clues. They ask questions. They even offer him cookies! From candy canes on Halloween to a mysterious letter on the bus floor, Sam and Callie are convinced they’re onto something big. But when one major clue throws the whole investigation off course, the detective duo begins to wonder if they are wrong about their jolly bus driver... Then Christmas morning brings a surprise that turns the mystery upside down and reminds Sam that holiday magic is real! Secretly Santa is a warm, charming holiday story perfect for early readers and families who love sleigh bells, friendship, and a little Christmas mystery. Cozy, curious, and full of festive cheer, this story will become a beloved read-aloud for your classroom or home year after year! View Less