Letter to Santa Template
A fill-in letter your child can write to Santa. Add their name or leave it blank, then print.
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What is on the template
- The child's name and age.
- Three boxes for how the year went: very good, mostly good, or trying my best.
- One kind thing they did this year.
- Three lines for what they would like for Christmas.
- One wish for someone else.
How to help a young child write it
Sit together with crayons or a thick pencil. Read each line aloud and let your child answer in their own words. Write for them if they ask, and let them sign their own name at the bottom, even if it is a scribble. Three wishes is a good limit. It keeps the list short and makes children think about what they want most.
After the letter is written
- Take a photo of it before it goes. These are worth keeping.
- Mail it, or leave it out for your elf to carry to the North Pole.
- A few days later, deliver a reply. Make a letter from Santa that mentions what they asked for.
Questions parents ask
What age is this letter to Santa template for?
It suits children from about three to eight. Younger children can tell you what to write and tick the boxes themselves. Older children can fill in every line on their own.
Where do we send the letter to Santa?
In the United States, the USPS Operation Santa program accepts letters addressed to Santa at 123 Elf Road, North Pole, 88888. Check the USPS site for this year's dates. Many families also 'mail' the letter by leaving it for their elf or on the windowsill.
Can I print it with my child's name already on it?
Yes. Type the name and it is printed on the 'My name is' line. Leave the box empty to print a blank line your child can write on.
Why is there a line about someone else?
The last line asks what your child wishes for another person. It is a small way to bring kindness into the list, and children often give sweet answers.
Is it free?
Yes. The Holly design is free with your email. Five more designs are in the Christmas Kit for a single $4.99 payment.
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