What this book is about

A clever reworking of THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS poem featuring The Holiday Hooligans characters. Join Karate Kane as he battles Ninjabread Man, Brute Cake, Mangled Mallow, Peanut Riddle, and the Ribbonator in an effort to save innocent holiday party goers. No one is safe from these angry holiday foodstuffs as they attempt to wreak havoc and exact revenge on the humans who have eaten their friends and family.

This book is in black and white and is forty pages in length. Beyond the story, there are pages in the back for your child to draw and write about their own Holiday Hooligan character that they create.

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Twas the Hooligan before Christmas

A playful holiday story full of imagination, creativity, and humor.

Illustrated by Mitch Heslop

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Learning Points

Supporting every adult who cares for a child's well-being.

Imaginative Storytelling

Children follow a creative parody holiday adventure story.

Creative Expression

Kids design their own Holiday Hooligan characters in book.

Holiday Humor

Children enjoy playful, irreverent takes on familiar holiday poems.

Parent Benefits

With a background in child advocacy and safety education, John Graham creates children's books that address real-world challenges while empowering young readers. Each story is carefully crafted to help children develop confidence, safety awareness, and positive social skills.