Overview
Christmas wishes, family warmth, and the magic of believing- Twelve Whispers to Santa is a heartwarming holiday picture book for children ages 4-8 that families will treasure year after year. Each night before Christmas, Nola kneels beside her bed and whispers twelve small wishes to Santa-hopes for cozy mittens, a red coat, new boots, and most of all, a puppy to love. As snow falls outside her window and twinkling lights glow through her home, Nola learns that the best gifts aren't always wrapped beneath the tree. From baking cookies with Mum to helping Dad shovel the snow, Twelve Whispers to Santa captures the joy, generosity, and wonder that make Christmas truly magical. When Christmas morning arrives and a tiny pawprint leads her to the front door, Nola discovers that love-the kind we wish for and the kind we give-is the greatest gift of all. Perfect for families, classrooms, and libraries, this gentle story celebrates kindness, gratitude, and the spirit of giving. Written by Canadian author Lily Willow and beautifully illustrated in classic storybook style, this timeless tale will warm hearts every winter season. Ideal for parents, teachers, and gift-givers searching for: Christmas picture books for kids ages 4-8 Holiday read-alouds for families and classrooms Stories about kindness, gratitude, and giving Children's books about dogs and Christmas wishes Evergreen family classics to revisit year after year With its heartfelt message and nostalgic illustrations, Twelve Whispers to Santa is more than a holiday story-it's a celebration of hope, love, and the heartwarming joy that makes every Christmas feel like the first.
Full Product Details
Author: Lily Willow
Publisher: Whimsy Heart Books Publishing
Imprint: Whimsy Heart Books Publishing
Dimensions:
Width: 21.60cm
, Height: 0.30cm
, Length: 21.60cm
Weight: 0.122kg
ISBN: 9781069821850
ISBN 10: 1069821853
Pages: 42
Publication Date: 31 October 2025
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
""A heartwarming celebration of family and the simple joys that make Christmas shine. Twelve Whispers to Santa beautifully reminds children that wishes come true not only through gifts, but through love, togetherness, and the soft paws of a long-awaited puppy."" - A.B. Ann Marie, Bachelor of Arts (Educational Studies), Registered Early Childhood Educator (College of Early Childhood Educators of Ontario)
Author Information
Lily Willow is a Canadian children's author who writes heartfelt stories that celebrate kindness, imagination, and family love. Through her imprint, Whimsy Heart Books Publishing, she creates picture books that warm hearts and inspire young readers around the world.
