This little story, is based on a Christmas episode in the childhood of Charles, with his bosom friends Fizzle and Fuzz and the drum which he bangs with great gusto, is told in the gentle, clear, child-friendly and humorous style so characteristic of much of Sam's work, whether as a teacher, a writer or a verbal storyteller. The tale of Fizzle and Fuzz is charmingly enhanced by the expressive and completely endearing illustrations provided by Sarah Waterfield.