Robyn Horton A Christmas tide bearer of gifts, Santa Claus symbolizes the thrill of wide-eyed, childhood innocence. Ask the child if they think there is a Santa in the family, someone who is kind and giving.
Children grow up believing in many fictitious characters.
It is perhaps the values and character that Santa represents that should be considered. Values such as generosity, kindness and caring are wonderful for children to remember. They make the discovery on their own. Children whose families have different values and religions may not believe, she said. But Santa is so commercialized it continues as a part of many children's lives.