Santa Letter Examples For Naughty Child In Wake
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When you do sit down to talk to them, be honest and direct. Explain that Santa was a real, historic person who turned into a symbol of giving and love. Assure them that just because Santa isn't real (or still alive for that matter), doesn't mean that the holiday spirit isn't real.
In the 19th and 20th centuries, coal was commonly burned to heat homes, so when Santa Claus came to visit, it was convenient to grab a lump to leave for children on his "naughty" list. Of course, Santa would never give children lumps of coal for Christmas... unless they asked for it!
Santa's a pretty giving guy, even when it comes to the naughty boys and girls… but do you know why coal is specifically the gift of choice for Jolly Old Saint Nicholas? While there are quite a few different theories on the origin of this tradition… to put it simply, Santa's sending these bad kids a message…
The origins of the classic “gift” for those who made the naughty list are murky. The tradition of giving misbehaving children lumps of fossil fuel predates the Santa we know, and is also associated with St. Nicholas, Sinterklaas, and Italy's La Befana.
Indeed, in some cultures, Santa doesn't just stop at coal, but also leaves bundles of twigs, bags of salt, and garlic and onions to naughty children- we're not sure which one we'd least want to get!
Round 3 Name something a Naughty kid does to Santa Pulls his beard Bad/poison milk Hit/Kick/Bite Curse out/ yells Go to the bathroom on his lap Farts on him No cookies/eats them Stay up/ spy
Tips For Writing Letters Mention something good the child did this year: an achievement at school or in sports, being helpful with a sibling, or showing kindness to family and friends. Acknowledge specific gift requests. Thank the child for your family's traditions, like leaving cookies for Santa or reindeer snacks.
Indeed, in some cultures, Santa doesn't just stop at coal, but also leaves bundles of twigs, bags of salt, and garlic and onions to naughty children- we're not sure which one we'd least want to get!
