Cover: Mel Crawford

Four Color #666

Dec 1955 · Dell · 0.10 USD

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In "A Message To Santa," two Martian children, Tam and Teena, arrive on Earth in a flying saucer during the holiday season, awestruck by the joy and generosity they witness. Drawn by the spirit of Christmas, they meet Santa Claus, who suggests they create their own Martian Santa—complete with a borrowed red suit—so the holiday cheer can spread across their home planet. The story, illustrated with warm charm by Dan Gormley, features a whimsical cover by Mel Crawford, capturing the festive spirit of a 1955 classic.

Contains 5 stories

A Message To Santa

10 pp · Humor, Anthropomorphic-Funny Animals, Children

Prancer [Santa Claus's reindeer]

In this charming 1955 tale from Four Color #666, Kevin and Judy, the woodcutter’s children, set off on a whimsical journey to deliver a heartfelt letter to Santa Claus. Along the way, the forest animals lend a helping paw, offering shelter and guidance through the snowy woods.

Tiny's Christmas Pack

7 pp · Adventure, Humor, Children, Domestic

In "Tiny's Christmas Pack," young Manuel, a Mexican peasant boy, faces a quiet dilemma when he must send his beloved burro out beyond the canyon to safety. When Santa can't navigate the treacherous mountain winds, the burro returns on his own—loaded with gifts and supplies, bringing unexpected holiday magic to Manuel’s home.

Santa and the Magician

10 pp · Humor, Children

Christmas Comes To Mars

5 pp · Adventure, Humor, Children

Teena (Martian girl)Tam (Martian boy)

In "Christmas Comes To Mars," Martian siblings Tam and Teena journey to Earth in a flying saucer, wide-eyed at the joyous chaos of holiday celebrations. Drawn to the warmth of Earth’s Christmas spirit, they meet Santa Claus, who suggests they create their own Martian Santa—complete with a borrowed red suit—so the people of Mars can know the same cheer.

The Hobo Mice

1 pp · Humor, Anthropomorphic-Funny Animals, Children