Scene Setting: Perched on a candy cane at the entrance to Santa’s Workshop, surrounded by twinkling fairy lights. Background: A giant candy cane gate surrounded by snowy pine trees. CHARACTERS: Lily: Lily is a curious and adventurous 11-year-old girl with shoulder-length red hair tied back in a messy ponytail and light freckles across her nose. She wears a green hoodie with white snowflake patterns over a red turtleneck, paired with cozy blue jeans and brown winter boots lined with fur. A knitted white scarf and a small Santa hat add a festive touch. Expression: Bright-eyed with excitement, always ready for the next adventure. Accessories: A small green satchel with Christmas-themed pins. Scene Setting: Standing in a magical snowy landscape, surrounded by candy canes and glowing lights. Ben: Ben is a cautious yet brave 12-year-old boy with short, tousled black hair. He wears square glasses that sit slightly askew, with a puffy red winter jacket with a blue scarf, navy snow pants, and black boots with red laces. He wears green mittens and carries a small flashlight that glows warmly. Expression: Slightly nervous but determined to help, with a hint of wonder in his eyes. Accessories: A reindeer-shaped pin on his jacket and a tiny notebook for jotting down their counts. Scene Setting: Standing next to Lily in a vibrant, snowy North Pole workshop entrance. Sprig (Elf Guide): Sprig is a mischievous, magical elf standing about a foot tall. He has glowing blue eyes, a squirrel-like grin, and pointy ears peeking out from his leaf-shaped hat, wearing a red vest made of stitched candy cane fabric, striped green and white leggings, and pointy red shoes with bells. He carries a small, glowing wand made of peppermint. Expression: Playful and quirky, with a sly grin that makes him endearing to kids. Accessories: A pouch slung across his chest, filled with stardust and tiny scrolls.