Are you wondering how to explain to your child the true origin of Santa
Claus? Print out this letter from Saint Nicholas (pdf format) and let him
do it for you. The story is based on the real man and updated for modern
interpretation. Hence, you can honestly tell your child that Saint
Nicholas was real and that we all help to remember him by giving to
others, as he did.
Reference photo at the top of the
page: One day in the spring, this baby bird sat
just outside our office window. Both his parents spent the afternoon
trying to teach this reluctant bird to fly. They took turns
flying low, circling, chirping, and demonstrating technique. All the
while, our little feathered friend held on tightly to the branch. As the sun began to
set, he finally spread his wings, and the three headed skyward.
Early childhood education: fly low, circle
close, hover, encourage, instruct, be patient, work to maintain close family
ties.
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