Description:
A delightfully creative, fun Santa story with a cute, catchy sing-along song the whole family can enjoy! Santa's elves are oddly busy hustling and bustling in mid summer. As the villagers start to wonder what all the commotion is about, word gets out that Santa is on a diet! Santa soon discovers that he has--and needs--the support of the entire village to help him achieve his goal. A peppy celebration song becomes the center of his workout routine, motivating him to lose a few pounds to become a healthier Santa.
Brief description: Connye Florance, a North Carolina native and Tennessee resident, is an award-winning vocalist; actor, published songwriter and teaching artist...and now published author. She was previously named "Jazz Vocalist of the year" by BET Jazz, received honors as an "Esteemed Southern Artist" from SouthernArtistry.org and Tennessee Arts Commission. Featured on more than 27 recordings, Connye appeared toured on and off-Broadway and tours nationally with her one-woman show, Jazz Rhapsody. She has enjoyed decades of stage and studio performances headlining jazz rooms and festivals, black box theaters and concert halls. Always a lover of language, Connye has crafted many kids songs and is delighted with this present accomplishment - her first published children's book.
Review Quotes: "Children are sure to enjoy the catchy rhythm and silly fun of Santa's holiday workout adventure, complete with a funky sing-a-long!" --Catherine Dugger, Children's Media Creator & Performer"A very creative story! I love the interactive infusion of music; a wonderfully cute, catchy song. Kids are sure enjoy it!"--Sheryl M. Park, Educator, N.C Schools"I really liked it! The song is super fun, too" --Christian Stone, Age 9"Its a really fun story. The song is fun, too! Plus I learned some new words." --Jaxon Scott, Age 12