A Strike in Santa Land: A Play in One Act

Name: A Strike in Santa Land: A Play in One Act
Author: Effa E. Preston

By Effa E. Preston

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A one-act children's play presents Santa preparing for his annual journey when a Brownie reports that newly made toys are refusing to be packed. Santa and Mrs. Santa question each toy as it enters: two tin soldiers dispute rank, books complain about being torn and soiled, a jumping jack and top object to constant use, and a doll fears rough handling; each explains a reason to remain in Santa-land. Music, stage directions, and simple comic exchanges animate the domestic conflict, exploring care, vulnerability, and toy personification in a brief, festive scene.

About the Author

Effa E. Preston

Effa E. Preston was an American playwright and author known for her contributions to children's theater. She wrote several one-act plays designed for young audiences, including "A Party in Mother Goose Land" and "A Strike in Santa Land." Her works often incorporate themes of celebration and imagination, making them suitable for primary school performances. In addition to her plays, Preston's writings include holiday-themed works such as "In a Toy Shop: A Christmas Play for Small Children" and "A Thanksgiving Dream." Through her engaging narratives and characters, she aimed to entertain and educate children, leaving a lasting impact on early 20th-century children's literature.