The Humans Had No Idea ...
By Samantha Mallard Ms. Carey's 3rd Grade Class, Blakeney Elementary
      The humans had no idea we were watching them. We are Santa's reindeer, and we watch the children in Burke County for Santa all year long. We stay hidden in the woods most of the day. We usually come out early in the morning and late in the evening.
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The Christmas Nap
By Caleeb Roberson Mrs. Brady's 4th Grade Class, Blakeney Elementary
      There was nothing under the Christmas tree. It was 1 a.m., but still no presents. I know Santa should've come by now. I was extra good this year. I made good grades and even cleaned my room sometimes. I made sure I mailed my letter on Dec. 1 so that Santa would get it on time. I asked for games f...
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The Night My Eyebrows Froze
By Ashleigh Kay Jaquess Mrs. Smith's 3rd Grade Class, Edmund Burke Academy
      Once upon a time, on a cold snowy night, it was so cold that my eyebrows froze. On that night, instead of playing outside, I had to stay inside and put hot rags on my eyebrows. I also tried using my mom's hairdryer to thaw them out, but it didn't work either!
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