Dear Santa, Letters to emailSanta.com: Vol. I: 1,000 Hilarious Kids' Letters to Santa (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781069876805)

Dear Santa, Letters to emailSanta.com Vol. I is a joyful, heartwarming and unforgettable collection of over 1,000 Hilarious Kids' Letters to Santa from around the world to the beloved Christmas website emailSanta.com. Since 1997, tens of millions of kids have written to Santa online, sharing their dreams, fears, triumphs, questions and wonderfully honest observations. This book brings together the funniest, sweetest and most meaningful of those messages in a single Christmas treasury.

Readers will discover an extraordinary range of children's voices: curious, playful, sincere, mischievous and endlessly imaginative. From comically honest requests ("I'm afraid of you. Can I just shout my wishes to you from behind the Christmas tree?") to heartfelt confessions, from wild wish lists ("Make the unicorn sneeze pink glitter") to thoughtful reflections about kindness and family ("My mom doesn't know how much I love her that's why I want her to have all my presents."), these letters capture the spirit of Christmas in its full and purest form.

Inside this collection, you'll find:

- Laugh-out-loud questions and unexpected kid logic

- Touching reminders of generosity, hope and innocence

- Silly moments that will spark joy in readers of all ages

- Surprisingly profound thoughts about life and the world

- One-of-a-kind wish lists that only a child could dream up

- Authentic voices that show the magic of childhood

This Treasury is Perfect for:

- Families looking to share a memorable holiday read-aloud together or new Christmas tradition

- Parents, grandparents and caregivers wanting a meaningful, cozy, nostalgic gift

- Teachers, librarians, school counselors and community groups looking to embrace the Christmas spirit

- Giving as a unique gift in Secret Santa exchanges, stocking stuffers, gift baskets and workplace celebrations

- Christmas enthusiasts, collectors and anyone who loves heartfelt, feel-good holiday books

This volume celebrates nearly three decades of children writing to Santa online. Over that time, emailSanta.com has received tens of millions of messages from over 180 countries, becoming one of the most trusted and beloved Christmas websites in the world. The website and letters have been featured by major media including the New York Times, BBC, CBC, CTV, Global News, CNN, Reader's Digest and countless other national and regional newspapers, radio stations, television broadcasts, websites and online bulletin boards for example. The website continues to be a cherished part of family traditions, school activities and community programs every year.

Dear Santa, Letters to emailSanta.com Vol. I captures the magic of those letters and preserves them in a beautifully curated keepsake. It is a book designed to be picked up year after year, shared with children, passed down through generations and enjoyed throughout the holiday season.

"A beautiful, wonderfully designed book. Our granddaughters spent the weekend reading it aloud at the table to us. So many laughs and so much sweetness."

- Alice F., an early reader

Whether you're looking for a heartwarming reminder of the joy and innocence of childhood, a festive book that brings people together or a unique, laughter-filled Christmas gift, this collection offers stories and sentiments that stay with you long after the decorations come down.

A timeless celebration of Christmas spirit and a perfect addition to any holiday bookshelf.