St. Nicholas Day Story
Your child joins the St. Nicholas procession through a lantern-lit winter forest, meets the Samichlaus and his donkey, and shares what is in the sack.
A personalized picture book in which your child is the hero and experiences this story themselves. The first story is free.
Create This StoryYour child walks with the Samichlaus, his donkey and a lantern-bearing procession through a quiet winter forest on the evening of 6 December. A verse has to be recited, a mandarin shared, and a small worry turns out to be nothing to fear.
The story is warm and gentle: nobody is scolded or punished, and the Schmutzli is a funny helper who carries the sack. It celebrates courage with something kind, saying a few words out loud and sharing what has been given. Perfect for children aged 3 to 8 around St. Nicholas Day.
What your child learns
Courage, speaking up, sharing, gratitude.
Recommended age
3-8 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Schmutzli scary?
No. In this story the Schmutzli is a gentle, funny helper, nobody is scolded, and nothing frightening happens.
What to Expect
How It Works
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