The tradition of writing letters to Santa Claus dates back more than 150 years. However, there’s a fine art to writing the perfect letters from Santa, which many parents struggle with.
With this in mind, what follows is a brief guide for parents planning to send the ultimate letter from Santa to their kids in 2019:
1. Make it 100% Personal
First and foremost, you need to make it clear that the letter was written for your child and only your child. Nothing templated and nothing prefabricated – a 100% personalized letter addressed specifically to them. Their name should be mentioned several times in the letter, along with at least one reference to their age and additional details to confirm Santa knows everything about them.
2. Include a Couple of Clear References
Think about a couple of things you are particularly proud of that your child accomplished during the year. These should then be included in the letter, with Santa Claus explaining how pleased he is to have heard about their achievements. This can then be used to create positive reinforcement, encouraging the child to continue behaving well throughout the coming year. Remind them that good behavior is always rewarded at Christmas.
3. Make One or Two Requests
It’s worth remembering that children take the word of Santa Claus very seriously. To such an extent that they are far more likely to listen to his instructions than yours. Hence, if there is something you would like your children to do – either now or in the future – now’s the time to ask. Examples of which could include doing their chores, finishing their homework on time or simply being nice to their brother or sister. When Santa Claus speaks, kids listen!
4. Keep it Positive
Under no circumstances should a letter from Santa Claus be used to tell kids about anything they’ve done wrong, or their shortcomings in general. The last thing you want is for your child to develop a negative association with Santa and with Christmas. Letters from Santa should focus exclusively on good things and positive reinforcement, ensuring the recipient feels as cherished and appreciated as possible.
5. Stay in Character
Writing a letter from Santa Claus means putting yourself in the big guy’s position. Think about the kinds of things you would expect the stereotypical Santa to say – all the clichés and catchphrases in the book. Make references to your elves, your reindeer, your workshop, your sleigh and so on – anything that’s unmistakably Santa.
6. Use a Letter Writing Service
The easiest way of getting hold of an authentic-looking letter from Santa Claus is to order one from a professional letter writing service. This way, not only do you get a letter penned from the perspective of Santa, but you also get beautiful letter headed paper, embellished in various ways to show it’s the real deal. Print it yourself or arrange for it to be delivered by post, the choice is yours.
7. Make it Look Authentic
Kids can be surprisingly smart when it comes to detecting counterfeits. With letters from Santa, it’s a good idea to simply avoid printing a basic block of text on your home computer. Invest in some authentic-looking writing paper and ensure the letter is written by hand. This may mean having someone else write the letter on your behalf, as your child may be able to spot your handwriting a mile away. Pop the letter in a suitable envelope and ensure you include Santa’s return address at the North Pole.
8. An Accompanying Video Message
Last but not least, if you really want to turn up the magic to 11, why not accompany the letter with a personalized video message from Santa? Just a few words from the big guy himself really can be enough to mesmerize, captivate and inspire kids of all ages. If you’re not up to the job yourself, you can organize a video message from Santa to be sent online directly from the North Pole!
Article provided by elfisanta.uk
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