As a Christian Parent, What Should We Tell our Children about Santa Claus - a Pastor's Opinion
Parenting and
Santa expert Pastor. Roland Trujillo says some parents are still
pretending that Santa Claus brings toys, but there are also valid
reasons to consider not telling kids that Santa is real. Dr. Trujillo
discussed whether parents should tell their children Santa is real during a radio broadcast which aired on KCAA Radio in Riverside, CA.
Roland Trujillo is the author of Santa's Take on Parenting, a parent education book published just in time for Christmas. "I love Santa Claus," says Dr. Trujillo, "and I've just published a Santa story for parents. Nevertheless, I sympathize with parents who have chosen not to do the Santa thing. You can love what Santa stands for without having to say that he is real."
"Basically I have no problem with parents having Santa bring toys, as long as they feel comfortable with it. On the other hand, I don't disagree with parents who choose not to tell their kids Santa is real."
Dr. Trujillo discussed the issue in more detail in a recent article entitled "Should Parents Tell Children that Santa is Real." "There are important principles involved and also some subtleties," says Trujillo.
The article Should Parents Tell their Kids about Santa may be read at the Kids R Little People website.
Roland Trujillo is the author of Santa's Take on Parenting, a parent education book published just in time for Christmas. "I love Santa Claus," says Dr. Trujillo, "and I've just published a Santa story for parents. Nevertheless, I sympathize with parents who have chosen not to do the Santa thing. You can love what Santa stands for without having to say that he is real."
"Basically I have no problem with parents having Santa bring toys, as long as they feel comfortable with it. On the other hand, I don't disagree with parents who choose not to tell their kids Santa is real."
Dr. Trujillo discussed the issue in more detail in a recent article entitled "Should Parents Tell Children that Santa is Real." "There are important principles involved and also some subtleties," says Trujillo.
The article Should Parents Tell their Kids about Santa may be read at the Kids R Little People website.
About The Kids R Little People Foundation
The Kids R Little People Foundation is dedicated to the well being of children through parent education. Dr. Roland Trujillo, its founder and director, is a tireless advocate for children. Dr. Trujillo who has a Doctorate in Pastoral Psychology, is the author of the book Santa's Take on Parenting. His book is a parent education resource which teaches positive parenting and parent involvement. For more information about the foundation and Dr. Trujillo, visit http://www.kidsRlittlepeople.blogspot.com.
About the book
Roland Trujillo has published a parent education resource that is also a good read. Dr. Roland Trujillo has long wanted to write a book that could be used to help educate parents on how to set limits on behavior without resorting to corporal punishment or excessive discipline.
"I think this is it," says Dr. Trujillo. "I've gotten very positive feedback from both parents and professionals. It's a book that parents will want to read. It's a fun filled story. But it is also full of many teachable moments.
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I believe it will make an excellent tool for counselors, therapists and other professionals who work with families. It is a take home resource for parents, new moms and dads, and for parents who need some coaching on positive parenting.".I'm hoping that every professional will read it then pass the link on to someone else. One issue that counselors and other professionals who work with families face is how to overcome resistance. I'm sure that this book will help."
"Santa's Take on Parenting is a book for all seasons," states Dr. Trujillo. "Parenting is a 365 day a year job, and this book is a year round resource. In fact, one of the reasons why the book is so effective is because the Santa motif is charming and disarming. The creative and gentle parenting strategies are just as powerful in July as they are in December. "
Santa's Take on Parenting: Secrets from the North Pole
.What does Santa have to say about homework, discipline, and chores?
.Santa Claus has finally spoken on the subject of parenting. Who is better suited to give advice than the one who has brought joy and delight to children for as long as anyone can remember?
. In this modern day Santa story for parents, the reader follows Santa and Mr.s Claus as they work with a couple of kids who come to stay with them. The results are positive and inspirational, as Santa teaches by example how patience and creativity can make parenting a lot more fun and easy.
"In this fun filled educational book, the author introduces innovative parenting strategies by using the power of story telling to take the reader on a fictional visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The reader learns how Santa and Mrs. Claus handle issues that arise with a pair of youngsters who spend a few months with the Clauses.".What are "time outs Santa Style?".How does Santa solve discipline and communication issues?
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What's on Santa's do's and don'ts list?.
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What is Santa's secret to making chores fun and easy?.What does Santa say to parents about getting off to a good start?. You'll find the answers to these questions and more in this book, destined to become a classic. Roland's new book is a Santa story for grownups with many teachable moments.
Santa's Take on Parenting is a handbook for parents. It has many new, easy to use creative solutions to typical kids issues.
But it is also a fun read and a good story.
Visit the official Santa's Take on Parenting website and find out what temperature it is at the North Pole
