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The Awesome True Story of Santa!: A direct and honest way to (re)introduce Santa Claus to your kid Paperback – Large Print, April 8 2023
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Whether your child is ready for the truth about Santa Claus, or you want to be upfront about Santa from the very beginning, this rhyming story will help you start the conversation in an honest and positive way.
Kids will learn about the origin story of Saint Nicholas in a secular, non-religions context. They will find out how "Saint Nick" inspired others to give selflessly, without needing thanks or praise. The story highlights why we continue to think of this person, who lived a long time ago, when we give holiday presents to each other. The reader will understand why it can be fun to gift in secret and pretend that the gift is from "Santa".
The book ends with a message to inspire the child to keep the spirit of Santa Claus, Saint Nicholas, Père Noël, Sinterklaas, Father Christmas, Grandfather Frost, Ded Moroz, or whatever they choose to call the character, alive through their own generosity:
"Friends can be Santa Claus for each other,
Older Sis can be Claus for her brother,
Dad or Gramps can be Santa for you,
If you give, you can be Santa too!"
Beautifully illustrated and featuring diverse characters and families, this book would make an excellent holiday present for a kid of any age. The story uses simple, direct language and bright imagery, sure to keep the attention of toddlers through tweens.
- Print length42 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateApril 8 2023
- Dimensions21.59 x 0.25 x 21.59 cm
- ISBN-13979-8390619797
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A direct and honest way to (re)introduce Santa to your child while keeping the Christmas spirit alive
Long ago lived a man named Saint Nick...
This rhyming picture book, well-suited for children 2-6 years old, begins with a simplified and secularly-told story of Saint Nicholas, introducing him as a real person who really lived a long time ago.
He met a father whose children were sick,
And they needed some money for food.
Nick thought, if he helped, it’d be good!
We learn about the humble Nicholas, who wanted to help those in need, but didn't want any credit for his good deeds.
Nick said, “Listen, don’t tell anyone,
I don’t want praise for what I have done.
Please don’t say who the presents are from.”
Then Saint Nicholas headed back home.
As he secretly leaves a surprise gift, he is discovered and explains that he would rather his good deeds remained anonymous. But the truth gets out, and soon other people are catching the spirit of giving.
In the winters, so cold and so dark,
People gifted in secret, to spark
feelings warm in their hearts, like a hug.
But when asked who it’s from, they would shrug.
They’d say, “Maybe it was from Saint Nick!”
They’d pretend; what a fun little trick!
We learn that people start cheering each other up in the dark months of winter by giving secret gifts, and not expecting anything in return, not even a thanks!
Children learn that it can be fun to pretend that some gifts come from "Santa", and that they, too, can be a "Santa" for someone they care about.
In the winter, when many feel glum,
We give gifts, but don’t say who they’re from,
And we don’t ask for thanks or applause.
We don’t want praise,
and that is because
giving presents brings warmth to your chest;
That’s what matters, and none of the rest.
We tell tales of Saint Nick, Santa Claus,
Père Noël, Sinterklaas, Ded Moroz…
Doesn’t matter what you call that man.
When he lived, he was kind, and you can
think of him when you’re giving a present...
Being generous feels warm and pleasant!
Friends can be Santa Claus for each other,
Older sis can be Claus for her brother,
Dad or Gramps can be Santa for you...
If you give, YOU can be Santa, too!
Product details
- ASIN : B0C1J1RHL4
- Publisher : Independently published (April 8 2023)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 42 pages
- ISBN-13 : 979-8390619797
- Item weight : 136 g
- Dimensions : 21.59 x 0.25 x 21.59 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: #968,825 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #6,636 in Children's Books on Christmas & Advent
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About the author
Polina Buchan is a Canadian children's writer, professor and parent. She mainly writes books for curious toddlers. Polina is passionate about showcasing inclusive language and diversity in her work. Polina's books use simple, direct language, and often display realistic imagery or photographs to engage the child. As a parent who aims to apply Gentle Parenting and the Montessori method with her own child, Polina reflects those principles in her books as well.
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- Reviewed in Canada on November 23, 2023Verified PurchaseWhat a lovely way to explain "Santa" to my toddler! The story is heartwarming and the rhymes are very nice. The book talks about Saint Nicholas as a person who was a real person a long time ago, and then explains why some people still like to pretend that the gifts they give are "from Santa". I found it a straightforward way to transparently talk about the idea of Santa Claus with my child, without overtly calling it a "lie" or saying "Santa is not real!" Instead, the book shifted our conversation to how much we enjoy giving and getting presents, and the different ways we can "be Santa" for others. As a bonus, the illustrations are sweet, and feature diverse skin tones and different families (the last page shows two moms). There is also a page showing "Santa" characters from different cultures, which I thought was very nice too. The book has no religious connotations, which I am sure would be nice for families who are not religious but still celebrate Christmas, or just need to explain Christmas and Santa to their children.
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- Fernando Nicola MolinaroReviewed in the United States on November 24, 2024
1.0 out of 5 stars DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY
Verified PurchaseThis was one of the most disappointing purchases I have ever made. My children are getting older and I wanted to be the one to tell them the truth about Santa Claus. I thought it would be a good transition to learn about the true story of Santa as in us carrying on traditions. This book had no true facts or true stories at all! it was completely pointless and the illustrations looked bizarre I suspect they are AI generated