Santa’s List Day is always a bit of a nail-biter! After all, you’ve been putting in the work to stay off the naughty list, but it’s a close game every year. You try to be kind and do your best every day, but considering how busy life can get sometimes you don’t want to leave anything up to chance. Who knows what might end up on that list? Will you make it onto the nice list or will you have to answer for all the misdeeds of the past year? Fortunately, Santa’s List Day only comes once a year so if you stay on your best behavior from now until then, your chances are looking good. Here’s hoping it’s a merry outcome for everyone!
HISTORY OF SANTA CLAUS
Santa Claus has a long, festive history that dates all the way back to the 3rd Century! Despite his larger-than-life, jolly figure today, Santa’s original purpose was quite different. In ancient Turkey and European nations, he was known as Saint Nicholas, patron saint of children. He would personally visit homes with gifts during Christmastime. Over time, Saint Nicholas evolved into Father Christmas in England and Sinterklaas in Holland. Stories of this legendary figure eventually made it to America, where he became known as Santa Claus – a plump old man dressed in a red suit who gifted presents with the help of his magical reindeers on Christmas Eve. Today, Santa is a beloved holiday icon worldwide – but he still remains true to his origins!
FIVE THINGS ABOUT SANTA CLAUS
- Saint Nicholas, a Greek bishop from the fourth century who had a habit of giving anonymous gifts to the less fortunate.
- His workshop is in Lapland, Finland. This region is known for its beautiful winter landscapes and bright Northern Lights displays.
- Santa has a secret language called TonttuKieli. It’s spoken by his elves and companions and remains mysterious to this day!
- Santa has been granted permission by several countries to enter their airspace on Christmas Eve without being spotted on radar.
- 5. Santa loves cookies and milk left out for him on Christmas Eve just as much as children do!
HOW TO CELEBRATE SANTA’S LIST DAY
- Purchase Santa’s wish list things.
- Read “Why It’s OK for Kids to Believe in Santa Claus.”
- Visit The North Pole Times and see if you’re naughty or nice.
- Email Santa!
- Write a letter to Santa at USPS Operation Santa.
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