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Santa loves to make a grand entrance! Some children like the anticipation of a special Santa’s visit, and some like to be surprised! Please let Santa know ahead of time.
The excitement can be overwhelming and some children may even cry. Directing their attention to Mrs. Claus helps everyone to be less afraid. After a few minutes they may warm up to Santa, or they may be more comfortable just staying with me. We wish for every child to smile and have fun!
Santa and I have so much fun we sometimes forget that Santa needs to return to the Workshop to make more toys. Neither of us owns a watch, so please help us by watching the time.
Your child's special time with us, and our special time with them!
Santa and I love to visit with each child.
When your child first sits with us, we ask that the parents allow this special time for your child to interact directly with us. These few moments also allow me to fuss a bit with their hair and straighten their clothes for the pictures. This is also the time for those magical photos of your child and us sharing smiles and conversation with each other.
This helps the children and the parents relax. The photo opportunities become amazing. Then, Santa will ask for their special Christmas wishes.
After hearing everone's Christmas wishes, Santa will invite everyone to smile and look directly at the camera for that... "Perfect Christmas Picture!"
Keep taking pictures and/or videos, the entire time!
CHAIRS FOR SANTA AND MRS. CLAUS
Big comfy chairs just put Santa to sleep! The best are two simple, straight-back chairs with no arms. Even folding chairs work well. Santa sits to my left. We usually bring two simple, Christmas-red seat cushions. Place another chair to my right and I will drape my cape over the back, place my
cape and my muff on the seat, and if there are candy canes, they can set there also!
GATHERING TOGETHER
Before the children have their very special, personal time with Santa and myself, I love inviting the children to gather in front of us. We laugh and sing some of Santa's favorite songs, "Jingle Bells" and "Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer". And, if there is time, we will answer the many questions that only a child's imagination could conceive.
Santa always enjoys reading his favorite story, “T’was the Night Before Christmas.” He loves to show the beautiful illustrations from the very same book I gave him for Christmas. Sometimes I will read a very special letter written by a special little girl a very long time ago, “Yes Virginia, There is A Santa Claus.”
Then Santa will invite each child to sit with him tell Santa their Christmas wishes. He never promises specific gifts, but he always promises each child a very special Christmas surprise.
Sometimes, there are presents that cannot wait until Christmas morning! During our time together, Santa and I will invite each child to open them while sitting with us. Photos from these moments are lifetime treasures! Talk with Santa before our visit about bringing those gifts for the children to open during our visit.
The Elves and I suggest decorating your background to be perfect for Christmas memories. One idea from Santa is to decorate as you remember your home when you were a child. Not all phones and cameras work well with Christmas tree lights and background windows. Try your camera before our visit to adjust for glares and distractions.
If our visit is on-screen, here are a few additional ideas:
To see us:
You can use a phone or computer to see us. A big-screen TV connected to your computer or phone works well.
For us to see you:
Set up your camera so we can see everyone in the room.
Adjust your screen or TV so everyone can see us.
To hear us:
Your computer or TV speakers will probably work great. If you can connect extra speakers, even better.
For us to hear you:
Your computer or phone probably have a microphone, but the room noise sometimes makes it difficult for us to hear each child. It may be best to connect a seperate microphone directly or wirelessly to the computer. A parent will be helpful to hold the microphone close to the child who is speaking.
If you have any suggestions how we can make our time together even more special, please share your ideas with Santa!