Based on the life of innovative inventor and toy maker, A.C. Gilbert, a man with a belief that playing helps children learn, imagine, and dream. With the support of his loving wife, A.C. and his brother Frank run a successful toy factory. But when WWI breaks out, A.C. is under pressure to let the U.S. government turn the factory into a munitions plant. With some help from his son and a little holiday magic, A.C. rediscovers his holiday spirit and convinces the U.S. congress that what America really needs is a little Christmas joy.