"Up on the Housetop" is a classic Christmas song written in 1864 by Benjamin Hanby. It was the first Yuletide song that offered the idea that Santa Claus and his sleigh land on the rooftops of homes. Inspired by this popular Christmas song, Up on the Housetop will engage children in the wonderful tradition of Santa Claus when they read and sing along with the caroling choir featured on the clear sound module found in the book.