4? 6? 8? 16? ;-)
2006-12-11 07:48:03 · 15 answers · asked by Neerdowellian 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Christmas
my sister and I found out on our own.. we were about 8 and 10.. it really depends on the parents.. my daughter found out by herself.. she kind of put it all together.. i would think between 8 and 10 ... once again it is up to the mom and dad.
2006-12-11 07:51:10 · answer #1 · answered by mia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First start by teaching the child the true meaning of Christmas. Jesus Christ was born on Christmas. Then teach the child how Santa Claus started around the world. The child will grow up to appreciate both. As to when to tell the child the truth ... that you will have done. The child will ask and in turn learn, you are Santa.
Most of all... Let the child believe as long as possible. Today, our children grow up way too soon.
Mine are 16 and 18 and are thankful to have been allowed to have been taught the above.
2006-12-11 16:09:09 · answer #2 · answered by nmd_elkie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-12-11 15:55:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you should ruin a childs imagination by telling them that their isn't a santa clause until they are ready.
Eventually they will figure it out on their own.
But i would day prolly 9 or 10 is about the age when children stop believeing.
And if you child is like 6 and comes home and someone in school said theres no santa clause.
Just say thats what happens when kids are naughty they get no presents!
2006-12-11 15:56:54 · answer #4 · answered by T <3 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When they are old enough to ask those questions or to figure it out for themselves--say, ages eight to ten.
Ideally, I think the Santa story should be told as an enjoyable fantasy that we all love to play, that Santa Claus is to Christmas what Lady Liberty is to America. I'd also tell the story of the man Santa is based upon, Saint Nicholas.
2006-12-11 15:52:42 · answer #5 · answered by MNL_1221 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think around 3rd grade. Most kids figure it out on their own by then, but if they go to school and are in 4th or 5th grade and their schoolmates find out they still believe in Santa Clause they might get picked on.
2006-12-11 15:51:32 · answer #6 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it should be based on how machure they are. Like if they act like a 5 year old don't tell them yet.
But if you don't tell them sooner or later they will start getting made fun of. I think a good age would be somewere around 9 or 10.
2006-12-11 16:53:06 · answer #7 · answered by Andrea luvs u...maybe...lol 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You shouldn't have to tell them...I'm sure they will figure it out on there own!! How sad...I think I will cry when my kids stop believing in Santa, the Easter Bunny, and the Toothfairy.
2006-12-11 16:49:59 · answer #8 · answered by bruceandang 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why lie at all... they're going to find out and hate you for it soon enough.. Tell them the truth, Santa, Tooth Fairy, Easter bunny. Etc.
It's all crap. I was devistated when I found out there was no ******* Santa..
sniff-
2006-12-11 15:57:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is up to the child. One should not 'tell' them anything. It is up to the child to weigh the evidence and decide for themselves. (Part of growing up)
Besides how do you know if you know the Truth.
2006-12-11 15:50:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋