Download or read book Holiday World Splashin Safari written by Jim Futrell and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2022-05-03 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: America's first theme park, Holiday World & Splashin' Safari, is one of the largest family-owned and -operated independent parks in the United States, and its success is no accident. From moving Interstate 64 closer to the small town to introducing free unlimited soft drinks, four generations of the Koch family have amplified the legacy of this iconic Indiana attraction. Holiday World & Splashin' Safari celebrates the history of the Koch family and Santa Jim Yellig; the origins of Santa Claus, Indiana; and the early years of Santa Claus Land. The story continues with the expansion from Santa Claus Land to Holiday World, the addition of the park's famous trio of top-ranked wooden roller coasters, and the development of Splashin' Safari Water Park, ranked one of the top water parks in the country. For three-quarters of a century, the Koch family has launched the park into worldwide renown and national recognition. Featuring over 100 color illustrations, Holiday World & Splashin' Safari relives this joyous past while looking forward to the thrills fans can expect in the next 75 years.
Download or read book Holiday World written by Pat Koch and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Louis J. Koch had a dream--one of family, fun, and Christmastime year-round. And so he created Santa Claus Land, the nation's first theme park, in Santa Claus, located in the gentle rolling hills of southern Indiana. Now, six decades later, Koch's legacy lives on at Holiday World and Splashin' Safari. Still owned and operated by the Koch family, Holiday World and Splashin' Safari are consistently voted the friendliest and cleanest parks in the country, and their wooden roller coasters are rated in the top ten list among coaster enthusiasts. The Koch family members treat visitors to the park as family and welcome everyone into what has become a true extension of their home.
Download or read book Letters to Santa Claus written by The Elves and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2015-10-05 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A “poignant” collection of real letters sent to Santa Claus—a town in Indiana—from the 1930s to the twenty-first century, from both children and adults (The New York Times). For countless Christmases, children—and sometimes adults—have stuffed their dreams, wishes, and promises into envelopes. Over many decades, millions of these letters have poured into Santa Claus, Indiana. Arriving from all corners of the globe, the letters ask for toys, family reunions, snow, and help for the needy—sometimes the needy being the writers themselves. They are candid, heartfelt, and often blunt. Many children wonder how Santa gets into their chimneyless homes. One child reminds Santa that she has not hit her brothers over 1,350 times that year, and another respectfully requests two million dollars in “cold cash.” One child hopes to make his life better with a time machine, an adult woman asks for a man, and one miscreant actually threatens Santa’s reindeer! Containing more than 250 actual letters and envelopes from the naughty and nice reaching back to the 1930s, this moving book will touch hearts and bring back memories of a time in our lives when the man with a white beard and a red suit held out the hope that our wishes might come true. “Often very affecting . . . also offers an unusual window into American history.” —Library Journal “The letters . . . are alternately silly and somber, hilarious and heartfelt.” —The Weekly Standard
Download or read book Mrs Claus and the Santaland Slayings written by Liz Ireland and published by Kensington Cozies. This book was released on 2020-09-29 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Exceptional…the perfect holiday entertainment.”— Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW This Christmas season, travel to the North Pole you’ve never seen before—where Santa’s new wife, April Claus, is not only set on creating the perfect holiday—she’s also set on solving the perfect crime… Love is full of surprises—though few compare to realizing that you’re marrying the real-life Santa. April Claus dearly loves her new husband, Nick, but adjusting to life in the North Pole is not all sugarplums and candy canes. Especially when a cantankerous elf named Giblet Hollyberry is killed—felled by a black widow spider in his stocking—shortly after publicly arguing with Nick. Christmastown is hardly a hotbed of crime, aside from mishaps caused by too much eggnog, but April disagrees with Constable Crinkle’s verdict of accidental death. As April sets out to find the culprit, it’ll mean putting the future of Christmas on the line—and hoping her own name isn’t on a lethal naughty list . . .
Download or read book Being Santa Claus written by Sal Lizard and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-11-08 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A veteran Santa reveals heartwarming true stories and lessons from his twenty-year career spreading Christmas magic. With the holiday shopping season beginning earlier each year, more than ever. Americans are struggling to remember the true meaning of Christmas. And who better to deliver the gift of Christmas inspiration than a man who has spent the last two decades playing Santa? Sal Lizard was in his twenties when his beard and hair turned completely white. Today he appears everywhere from malls and parades to schools and hospitals. And— from his custom-made red velvet suits to the mistletoe that hangs from the rearview mirror in his Santa-mobile—he is Santa Claus three hundred and sixty-five days a year. In Being Santa Claus Sal reflects on his experiences with both children and adults including: Christmas magic is all around us: We don’t always see it, but it is there, shaping and enriching our lives. Sometimes you need to go that extra mile:Santa Claus is the one person who can’t even use a blizzard as an excuse not to honor his commitments, and Sal teaches adults the importance of always showing up for our children. Even a small child can make a big difference: Sal has met some impressive children over the years, and he’s learned that you don’t need to be a grown-up to make an impact on the world around you. In Being Santa Claus Sal shares these lessons, along with often heartwarming, occasionally heartbreaking, and sometimes downright hysterical stories from his twenty-year career as Santa.
Download or read book Trouble in Santa Claus Land written by Orissa W. Gleason and published by . This book was released on 1905 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Santa s Village written by Phillip L. Wenz and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2007 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since 1959, Santaas Village in Dundee has entertained millions. The park was born of a man who as a child had no real Christmas. Glenn Holland grew up in California during the Great Depression. His parents died by the time he was 18 years old, leaving him to care for his younger sister. As a father, he tried to give his own children the type of Christmas that he only knew in his dreams. In the early 1950s, struck with inspiration, Holland sat at his kitchen table one day and started to sketch his idea for a Christmas fairyland where all the magic of the holiday would come to life: Santaas Village. Holland and general contractor Putnam Henck built three Santaas Villages, two in California and one in Dundee.
Download or read book Lill s Travels in Santa Claus Land and Other Stories written by Ellis Towne and published by . This book was released on 2023-10-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a magical journey to Santa Claus Land and beyond in "Lill's Travels in Santa Claus Land and Other Stories" by Ellis Towne. This enchanting book invites readers to explore a world of wonder, imagination, and heartwarming adventures. In "Lill's Travels in Santa Claus Land," readers join Lill on a whimsical escapade as she encounters Santa Claus, explores his magical realm, and discovers the joy of giving and spreading holiday cheer. Alongside this enchanting tale, the collection features other captivating stories that transport readers to different imaginative worlds filled with memorable characters and life lessons. Ellis Towne, Sophie May, and Ella Farman weave tales that captivate the imagination and touch the heart. Through their storytelling, readers will experience the magic of Santa Claus Land, witness acts of kindness and bravery, and learn valuable lessons about love, friendship, and the true meaning of the holiday spirit. Join Lill and the characters of "Lill's Travels in Santa Claus Land and Other Stories" as they embark on extraordinary adventures, encountering joy, excitement, and valuable life lessons along the way.
Download or read book Santa Claus written by Pat Koch and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2013-11-25 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Santa Claus, Indiana, acquired its famous name in 1856 and has been celebrating the spirit of Christmas ever since. Postmaster James Martin began answering childrens letters to Santa and his elves in 1914, a tradition that continues to this day and makes Santa Claus a favored destination for those seeking the holiday spirit. The towns unique name prompted Robert Ripley to feature it in his popular cartoon strip, and businessmen such as Carl Barrett and Milton Harris raced to erect Christmas attractions as early as 1935. Beating Walt Disney by nearly a decade, Louis J. Koch opened Santa Claus Land, the nations first theme park, in 1946. Today, visitors still flock to Santa Claus to share in the magic of Americas Christmas Hometown.
Download or read book Adult Piano Adventures Christmas Book One written by Nancy Faber and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2004-01-01 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Faber Piano Adventures ). Through sacred carols, humorous Santa songs, and winter favorites, adult beginners and those reacquainting with the keyboard can celebrate with the best songs of the season. Adult Piano Adventures Christmas Book 1 features three sections: Beginning Christmas Songs, Christmas Songs in the Key of C major, and Christmas Songs in the key of G major. Contents include: We Wish You a Merry Christmas * Angels We Have Heard on High * Away in a Manger * Jingle Bells * We Three Kings of Orient Are * (There's No Place Like) Home for the Holidays * It Came Upon the Midnight Clear * O Little Town of Bethlehem * Frosty the Snowman * Jingle-Bell Rock * I'll Be Home for Christmas * Little Drummer Boy * Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas * and more. Online access to audio recordings of the piano selections is included, as well as orchestrated accompaniments for play-along fun.
Download or read book Santa Claus Is Coming to Town written by Running Press and published by Running Press. This book was released on 2008-09-23 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The beloved Rankin and Bass stop-motion animation story Santa Claus is Comin to Town has been packaged into a beautifully illustrated picture book so families can enjoy this Christmas classic for many years to come. Step into this fantastical story to journey with Kris and his animal friends through the Mountain of the Whispering Winds, past the Winter Warlock, and into the realm of Burgermeister Meisterburger to deliver the Kringles toy soldiers, bouncy balls, ballerina dolls, wooden sailboats, fuzzy teddy bears, and shiny trumpets to the children of Sombertown where toys are illegal! Little ones will love reading about the origin of Santa Claus and how friendship can overcome the most daunting tasks. Kids will never take their toys for granted again!
Download or read book Lill s travels in Santa Claus land and other stories written by Sophie May and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-07-15 with total page 37 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: " Embark on a magical journey to Santa Claus Land and beyond in "Lill's Travels in Santa Claus Land and Other Stories" by Ellis Towne, Sophie May, and Ella Farman. This enchanting book invites readers to explore a world of wonder, imagination, and heartwarming adventures. In "Lill's Travels in Santa Claus Land," readers join Lill on a whimsical escapade as she encounters Santa Claus, explores his magical realm, and discovers the joy of giving and spreading holiday cheer. Alongside this enchanting tale, the collection features other captivating stories that transport readers to different imaginative worlds filled with memorable characters and life lessons. Ellis Towne, Sophie May, and Ella Farman weave tales that captivate the imagination and touch the heart. Through their storytelling, readers will experience the magic of Santa Claus Land, witness acts of kindness and bravery, and learn valuable lessons about love, friendship, and the true meaning of the holiday spirit. Join Lill and the characters of "Lill's Travels in Santa Claus Land and Other Stories" as they embark on extraordinary adventures, encountering joy, excitement, and valuable life lessons along the way."
Download or read book The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus Illustrated written by L Frank Baum and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-27 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus is a 1902 children's book, written by L. Frank Baum and illustrated by Mary Cowles Clark
Download or read book Reflections of a Small Town Santa written by Bob Litak and published by Adventure Publications. This book was released on 1998-07 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Share in the author's Scrooge-like transformation that draws the reader into a special reverence for the real Christmas spirit that Santa embodies. Experience the joy, sadness, laughter and seasonal magic that annually visited a small town and turned myth into reality.
Download or read book Latkes for Santa Claus written by Janie Emaus and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-10-13 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: //*// Finalist for the 2022 International Book Awards in Children's Picture Book and Children's Religious categories \\*\\ To: Santa From: Anna My new dad and stepbrother celebrate Christmas, so you’re coming to my house for the very first time. And I think you must be REALLY tired of cookies. I’m going to leave you the best Santa treat ever. Anna is excited that Santa will be visiting her house for the first time, and she wants to leave Santa a treat that blends the holidays her new family celebrates: Christmas and Hanukkah. She expresses this idea to her stepbrother, Michael, who insists that Santa doesn't need anything but his sugar cookies. Anna imagines Santa has to be bored with cookies by now and is determined to find a Jewish recipe that he'll enjoy. The catch? It has to be something easy for Santa to grab and go. It can't be matzo ball soup—soup in a sleigh with galloping reindeer will never do. It can't be noodle kugel—imagine that by the handful. What a mess! And as certain as Anna is that Santa would devour tzimmes, she knows he just doesn't have the time to sit and enjoy a hearty stew on Christmas Eve. Anna retreats to her thinking corner to figure out the perfect finger food for Santa, not wanting to disappoint him on his very first visit to her house. In this humorous and endearing picture book, blending both Christmas and Hannukah, a little girl and her stepbrother compete to leave Santa the best treats ever. Latkes for Santa Claus concludes with Anna and Michael's winning recipes, ready for children to replicate for Santa in their own kitchens.
Download or read book Santa Claus Is Comin to Town written by J. Fred Coots and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2004-10-01 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience the magic of a Steven Kellogg Christmas! Santa has never come to town with such pizzazz -- and with "elephants, boats, and kiddie cars, too!" Here is artwork so completely festive and comically inventive, you'll feel the inspired genius of Steven Kellogg singing through the pages. His bountiful vision of one of the all-time favorite Christmas songs celebrates the season with a merry jubilee!
Download or read book Raintree County written by Ross Lockridge and published by . This book was released on 1957 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
