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Ten Christmas Bottoms

Barry Timms

Illustrated by Mike Byrne

Ages 2 to 6
Paperback

Synopsis

Count down from 10 with Santa's cheeky little reindeer! Ten Christmas Bottoms is a laugh-out-loud rhyming story for preschoolers – a festive twist on the nursery rhyme Ten Green Bottles.

At the North Pole, a gang of mischievous little reindeer sneak out of their stalls, fly off with Santa's sleigh and munch their way through far too many sprouts! With hilarious rhymes, busy scenes full of surprises, and a special fold-out ending, this book is perfect for festive bedtime giggles and storytime fun.

  • Learn & play!
  • A number line to count up to 10 and back down again
  • A page of simple adding up
  • Bold, playful illustrations to keep little readers engaged


Written by Barry Timms and illustrated by Mike Byrne, Ten Christmas Bottoms is a must-have for toddlers and preschoolers who love silly stories and counting fun! For more Sums with Bums check out Ten Green Bottoms and Ten Red Bottoms!

Details

02 October 2025
32 pages
9781035022250
Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books

Reviews

Very funny...this is a wonderful introduction to numbers.Sally Morris, Daily Mail
With buckets of humour and a light counting theme, this is a very enjoyable read. Many popular themes are covered, and there are lots of fun details to spot in the bright, energetic illustrations.BookTrust, BookTrust
A cheeky twist on a classic nursery rhyme. A perfect read-aloud for pre-schoolers.Lancashire Post, Lancashire Post