This is the epic origin story of Santa Claus.

For a lot of parents and other adults, perpetuating that Santa Claus is real is a chance to give young children a bit of holiday magic. Others, though, are more skeptical.

However, the true story behind Santa Claus is a blend of myths, legends, and historical facts that have evolved over centuries.

It was tradition that had Highfill and her husband bringing Santa Claus into their Christmas celebrations with their sons to begin with, echoing as parents what their parents had done for them.

The Santa Tracker brings the magic of Christmas alive and children are able to imagine that the sleigh going across the globe is carrying their presents.

The True Story of Santa Claus: Myths, Legends, and Facts Santa Claus, the beloved figure of Christmas, has a rich history that blends myths, legends, and cultural influences. From his origins in ...

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The truth behind Santa Claus, as seen by grown-ups: To tell or not to tell? Some are raising concerns about parents lying to children and about some of the messaging in Santa’s story, such as ...