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- According to psychologists, believing in Santa can be beneficial to children because it teaches selflessness and service to others
- In most cases, eight or nine is the age that children stop believing in Santa, but not for the reasons you’d think
Consequently, Should an 11 year old believe in Santa? D, a pediatric psychologist at Children’s HealthSM, “and there’s no set age where children should know the truth about Santa Claus” Dr Lamminen says each family and each child within that family will be ready to talk about Santa at different ages
Can you believe in Santa at 13? Because Santa is synonymous with childhood, the belief in him must go away at one point or another if we want our kids to grow up There’s no specific age, necessarily
Besides How do I tell my kid that Santa isn’t real? When you know it’s time to have “the talk” and tell them the truth, here are some ways you can do it
- 10 Tell Them About Everyone at Once
- 9 Explain the Magic of Christmas
- 8 Offer To Still Label Gifts From Santa
- 7 Tell Them the Story of When You Found Out
- 6 Have Older Kids in the Family Talk With Them After
Should I tell my kid Santa isn’t real? It’s morally, ethically, and scientifically dubious at best Research shows that kids who are lied to by their parents are more likely to lie themselves so it is always a good idea to tell the truth if possible Don’t use Santa as a tool for motivating your kid
When your child asks if Santa is real?
An 8- or 9-year-old may really be asking if it’s still OK for them to pretend that there is a Santa so they don’t miss out on anything At this age, you’ll want to use your judgment as to their true intent behind the questions Some kids are ready for the truth at this age; others are not
Should I let my kid believe in Santa?
It also provides opportunities for shared belief and play, reliving and sharing childhood memories, and encouraging empathy, kindness and generosity Believing in Santa Claus can also benefit children’s development as an avenue for creativity, imagination and play
Is believing in Santa harmful?
Generally, lying to kids is a bad thing But for many children, believing in Santa is a normal and healthy part of development, psychologists say
How do you explain Santa to an older child?
It’s about giving to others who need that joy in their lives too What is this? Talking about ways children can give to others can really help keep the focus off of themselves and keep their Christmas Spirit alive through giving to others and feeling the incredible feeling of seeing others so happy
At what age should I tell my kid about Santa?
D, a pediatric psychologist at Children’s HealthSM, “and there’s no set age where children should know the truth about Santa Claus” Dr Lamminen says each family and each child within that family will be ready to talk about Santa at different ages
Is lying about Santa a sin?
Indeed, many Christians are opposed to lying to children about Santa Claus For one, lying is generally considered a sin, and neither the Old or New Testament prohibitions on lying have exception clauses for children Of course lying can sometimes have justifications—but “it’s fun” usually isn’t one of them
What age Santa isn’t real?
84 years is the average age when kids do stop believing in Santa Interestingly (and perhaps sadly) Australian kids are discovering Santa no longer exists much earlier – around just 65 years of age
What is Santa’s wifes name?
Claus (also known as Mrs Santa Claus) is the legendary wife of Santa Claus, the Christmas gift-bringer in Western Christmas tradition
Should parents tell their kids about Santa Claus?
It’s morally, ethically, and scientifically dubious at best Research shows that kids who are lied to by their parents are more likely to lie themselves so it is always a good idea to tell the truth if possible Don’t use Santa as a tool for motivating your kid
Should you let your kid believe in Santa?
It also provides opportunities for shared belief and play, reliving and sharing childhood memories, and encouraging empathy, kindness and generosity Believing in Santa Claus can also benefit children’s development as an avenue for creativity, imagination and play
Should 12 year old still believes in Santa?
“It’s not an overnight shift in thinking,” says Laura Lamminen, Ph D, a pediatric psychologist at Children’s HealthSM, “and there’s no set age where children should know the truth about Santa Claus” Dr Lamminen says each family and each child within that family will be ready to talk about Santa at different ages
