While Ruby plans a Fourth of July doll picnic, Max sends letters to Santa to ask for "a bright red Sand-Spitter Motorcycle with Bigfoot tires," but the letters are delivered to his grandmother, instead, and she must try to decipher the pictures. Includes lift-up flaps.

Ten-year-old Amelia exchanges letters and postcards with her long-distance friend Nadia. Includes actual letters folded and inserted into envelopes.

When Holly writes a letter to Santa rather than sending him a wish list, Santa responds and answers all her questions about his work and, ultimately, gives her a very special gift. Includes pull-out letters, an advent calendar, and other items.