written and illustrated by Laura Rader
Santa feels like he needs a change but no one appreciates his new suit.
There are problems with the old red suits in Santa's closet so he goes shopping for a new one. When he comes home with a bright purple plaid one from The Snappy Dude shop everyone is disapproving. It just won't be right for Christmas without Santa in a red suit! The brightly colored illustrations bring the comic-strip-like characters and simple text to life.
Special note:
Be sure to read the postcard at the end of the story and take note of those special bathing suits.