Dick. In the chimney is the best place. Jim, you go on this side and Polly on that. And look out for the fire. Remember when we say "Sleds!" you must come out.
Dot. Now.
[Father puts his head in at the door.
Father. Oh, children, are you there? Don't you think you'd better go and have your hands and faces washed? Santa Claus likes clean faces, you know.
Dick and Dot. Yes, sir, right off. [Exeunt.]
[Enter Father with five little Blairs.
Father. Now, children, quick, run right into the library here, and when I say "Holly!" you must run out and say, "Merry Christmas!"
[Exit Father. Enter Aunt with Sally Lee.
Aunt. Sally, the best place for you to hide is here on the floor behind the blackboard. There, no one can see you. Now, when I say "Evergreen!" you must come out as we planned.