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LETTERS TO SANTA AMBOY CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AMBOY Mrs. Burke’s

Third-grade class

Dear Santa, I hope you had a wonderful Christmas this last year. I hope I have been good enough for you this year. I hope I get a new blanket this year. I hope I get a new kid’s makeup. I hope I get more stuffy like Stitch. I hope I get a Stitch. I hope I get an angel. I hope I get a stitch book. I hope I get a stuffy stitch for Christmas.

Thank you again, Paislee Harmon Dear Santa I hope you are doing good Santa. I really want some clay bead bracelet stuff. I also want a purple stanley and a blue Stanley. I have dreamed of getting purple Nikes.The last things for christmas are a pair of purple airpods and purple claw clips and a new fannypack and a nintendo for my family.

And bubble, sullnashanar.skincare.

Thank you for the present santa.

Love, Genevieve Dear Santa, I hope you had a very good Christmis last year.Thank you for all of the presents you got me last year. I had so much fun with all of them. I hope I have been good enough to get a bunch of presents. This is what I want, a PS5 and a PC and a bunch of Dragon Ball Z action figures and an Iphone 16 pro max and 1 more thing I want is $500 to homeless shelters.

Love, Myles Riley

Mrs. Claus doing? How are all the reindeer doing? Does my elf miss me? Can you please ask her to come early? All I want is a giant makeup kit, but if you can’t, that is okay. You do so much for everybody.

Love, Amelia

mas last year. This Christmas I would love the fridge Cookzie because I know how to use a micerwave so I would love this toy to learn how to cook with a fridge.Thank you for my presents last year.

Thank you again, Audrey

Dear Santa, I hope you are doing well. I hope you had a good Christmas last year. I would like a watch this year because I can look at the time. Thank you for all the presents.

Love, Raelynn Evans

Dear Santa, How are you doing? I have been good this year. I have been dreaming of a fake Hamster set. Thank you for remembering me this year. Also thank you for my elf.

Sincerely, Kinsley

Dear Santa, I hope you had a great Christmas. I hope I have been good enough for you so I can have presents. All I want is a good Christmas. I really want a Iphone for my aunt and a furry animal set in pink. I want a new phone for my teacher so she can have two phones and whatever else you think like. oh and one more thing tell jojo to be good and one more thing and tell the other Elfs to get working because Christmas is right around the corner. Oh and another thing is can you send me another Elf because I think Jojo needs a friend and thank you again ok bye!

Love, Emalyn

Dear Santa, What’s going on in the north pole? I love the presents you got me last year they were awesome! It would be so good if you could give me a wrist-controlled monster truck.Those are so popular right now, so if your elves can make a wrist-controlled monster truck I would really appreciate it. I hope i was good enough to get this awesome toy and thank you for my three elves, and sorry Captain died because of bash.

Sincerely, Leo

Dear Santa, How are you doing? I love that every night you leave snow on the floor from the north pole. I was thinking about asking you if you can give me a makeup set on Christmas day so Rhea can have one. Can you make some Squishmellows so I can play Squishy School?

Love, Seraphina J. Payne Dear Santa, How are you doing? I hope you are doing well. This Christmas I would like an Alive Baby because I love babies and I watch videos about how to take care of a baby. Thank you for the present.

Love, Lydia

Dear Santa, How are you doing Santa? How is

Dear Santa, I hope you had a wonderful Christ-

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Dear Santa, How are the reindeer? How is mrs.

CLAUS? How are the elff doing?

Can I have a rubber band please?

Can I have a good teacher?

Sincerely, Braxton Jordal

Ms. Rodriguez’s

Third-grade class

Dear Santa, Hello Santa. How are you, I hope?

You are doing well and the reindeer.I hope you will like my cookes.and i hope Mrs.Claus is good too.

Last year I loved my presents and I played with them a lot. This is what

Dear Santa, How are you doing? Thank you so much for the presents last year. I hope I will be good enough to get a PS5 because I will take care of it and play on the PS5. May I please also get games for the PS5 so I can put games in it.

Then I want joy cons for my switch.

Thank you for the presents from last year!

Sincerly, Everett Grossman Dear Santa, How are you feeling? Tell Mrs. Claus I said hi. I know I’ve been getting a little bit of cubes. I have been trying to not get any. I’m trying to get my grades up. Thank you for all the presents last year. Thank you for my VR last year. May I have a Grinch Elf. May I have a Nintendo Switch. May I have a remote control train? May I have a toy Elf that looks like Sam the Elf. Thank you Sincerely, Blake

you got me, some gum, some socks, and some stuff in my stocking. and a stitch stuffy I’m so grateful. Thank you so much!

This year I would like an iphone12 please.and a polaroid camera. and an ipad case and a 3d pen.and a Bubble skin care. And a butter slime and an iphone case the design will be a stitch case and a frog case and a bear case.

Love, Tessa Thomas, Dear Santa, Hello Santa. I hope you are getting

Dear Santa, How are you doing? How was Christmas last year? May I please get a VR headset for Christmas Santa?

Thank you for my 2 elfs.

Sincerely, RJ Dear Santa, I hope you had a great Christmas.

Thank you for the presents last year.

You are so nice to give us kids presents every year. This year I have been dreaming of a crib for my baby because my baby really needs a crib. I would really want a baby bag because My sister Mila takes our baby bag that we share. Thank you sooo much for everything last year and I hope you have a great Christmas.

Love, Isabel Burke Dear Santa, How are you doing? I hope you had a good Christmas last year. I hope you didn’t get hurt. How is Mrs. Claus? I would love 2 or more presents for my mom this year. This year I would love a gaming chair, a phone case of family pictures for me and my mom, and I want a gift for my mom. One of the gifts is a hug every day when I wake up and when I get home from school I am going to give her a hug.

Love, Duke Bergfeld Dear Santa, I hope you had the best awesome Christmas last year. I know I did thank you so much for everything last year. I had so much fun with everything.

Really, and this year I will make sure my Brother does not touch the elf if I get one. I hope Benard is okay and I am really trying to be good. For Christmas I would like some Barbies and bath bombs thank you! Have a holly jolly Christmas!!

Love, Savanna Hellquist Dear Santa, How was your Christmas last year?

I have been waiting to ask you for this so can i have a dirt bike? Can I have a 4-wheeler? Thank you Santa.

Sincerely, Otto

ready for this year.How are the reindeer doing?

Last year you got me a lot of stuff. I love all of it. Thank you for all of the hard work you put in it.

This year I will really love some slime and some clay so I can make my mom some stuff and I would like some Play Doh and some markers and stuffed animals and some dog toys for my puppy Milly and books.

Love, Bailey Gautschy

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LETTERS TO SANTA Dear Santa, Hello Santa. I hope that the elves are doing good.

I hope that the reindeer are doing well.

I love my tablet so much, thank you! Did you like the cookies I left out for you last year? This year I would like a squishmellow for Christmas this year.

Sincerely, Stella Fonderol Dear Santa, How are you doing and is Mrs.Claus doing good? Are the reindeer doing good? Did you check the list twice?

How did the cookies taste last year?

I have been playing with the Logos and the jigsaw puzzle my mom and I fingered it out. I have been asking my dad to go out and hunt with my gun but I have not sight it in because we think we might have to get a new scope.

Santa, can you please get me a super big squishmellow? I want sweets and fossils small, but really cool.

Really cool toys like a new baseball bat.Thank you Santa.

Love, Ryker Morrissey

Dear Santa Hello Santa.I hope you are doing good.Are the reindeer doing good?Are the reindeer anxious? So how is Mrs. Claus doing? I hope she is doing well Last year you got me a desk and I Have been using it so much.Now I have room to use more of the other things you have gotten me.

Can you get me a 3D pen and a mini fridge Can it be pink.Can you also get me a pink Can i also want a skin care Bubble set.Fluffy bed set.Can you see what I should. Get what I would like.

Love, Callie Gabbard Dear Santa, Hello Santa. How are you doing?

How is Mrs.Claus doing? Are you ready for this Christmas? How are the reindeer doing? How did you like my cookies last year?

Last year you gave me an ipad.I played on it all the time even on vacation, but it got taken away. So, I played on my electric scooter that you got me last year.

This year I would really like to have a new chair, for christmas. and a new gaming pc, and a new iphone 16 pro.

Sincerely, Paxton Englund

Dear Santa, Hi Santa How are you feeling? I hope you are ready for Christmas. Hopefully you enjoy everyone’s cookies.

Last year you gave me new ear muffs. I wore them whenever it was cold outside. You also gave me a new piggy bank.I am thankful for all the stuff.

This year I would like it if I could have. Head Doll Hair Style.

Rainbow Rug. slime. Paper. Pencils. Chapstick. Hoodies. Concealer from Elf. contour.

Love, Emelia Bryant Dear Santa, Hello Santa. Are you ready for the ride? How are the reindeer doing? How were the cookies last year?

Thanks for the football gear and all the other stuff. I play with it every day.

I got everything that I wanted!!

I am excited for all the stuff this year!!! This year I will like a new football and I would like a camera Sincerely, Sam Lewis Dear Santa, Hello Santa. How are you feeling? I hope you are ready for this year! Are

the reindeer ready to get to work? I hope they are! Could you please tell Elfy hi for me?

Thank you for the presents last year. I really like them. I tend to play with them a lot!

This year could you please bring me a baby doll and can it be very realistic and can it be a girl. Could it come with clothes and pacifiers and bottles?

Could I also have a giant gummy bear stuffie and could it be red? I hope I am on the nice list!

Love, Adaline Montavon Dear Santa, Hi Santa, how are the reindeer doing? Thank you for the presents last year. But it is a new year.Are the reindeer ready to get to work.

Thank you for the presents last year. Thanks for the body scrub and the lotion, I have been using it a lot.

This year I want a realistic baby doll, skin care from Bubble,and some baby doll clothes bottles and pacifiers.

If you can find baby clothes with flowers that would be great.

Love, Sloan Miller

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LETTERS TO SANTA RODRIGUEZ cont’d from page 3 Dear Santa, What are your favorite cookies?

How are the elfs? I hope the reindeer are ready.

Last year you gave me a piching net and I have gotten really good thank you!!!

This year I would like it if you give me a really cool Nerf gun. I would also like it if you gave my dog a really cool dog toy. He would love it if you did. We still haven’t started that Lego set. We plan to start it soon.

Sincerely, Oliver Leffelman Dear Santa, Hello Santa. Are your reindeer ready for this year? How are you feeling? I bet you are ready to get to work. How is Mrs.Claus?

Last year you gave me a phone case and it was a rainbow.I also play with the dolls you got me.

Thank you so much.

This year I would really love it if you could bring me slime because I don’t have slime. I would also love some Vet Volunteer books.

Sincerely, Camille Scully Dear Santa, Hello Santa. How are your reindeer going? I hope you like my cookies.

Last year you gave me a big stuffy I was playing with ,and I love it. Thank you Santa.

This year I want 2 American Girl dolls, Izzy and Julie. I would also like an American Girl Mom and baby Kangaroo set .

Love, Charlotte Walter P.S. is my elf doing good???

Dear Santa, Hello Santa. I hope you are doing well? I hope you are getting ready for this year. How are the reindeer feeling? I hope the reindeer are so happy this year.

Last year you gave me a game and I love it. Mrs. Claus is my favorite person in the world and you are.

I want a dog for Christmas and a cat for Christmas.

Love, your friend, January Greer

AMBOY CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AMBOY Ms. Trujillo’s

Third-grade class

Dear Santa, I was wondering if I could have the new iPhone 16. I am a big fan of Pokemon and I would like 5 rare Pokemon Cards. I also need a robe and more clothes.

From, Traden Dear Santa, My name is Lainey and I am 8 years old. I have been very good this year and have been thinking about what I want. I want a foxy toy and Santa toys.

I would like an iPad, a phone, a toy dog, Roz, a toy dragon, and a toy Dino.

From, Lainey Dear Santa, My name is Annie. How are you? I am good. I have a Christmas list for you. I want a guitar and a pug. Pugs are my favorite. I also want more calming strips. I would like my brothers to be nicer to me. Their names are Jackson, Jasper, and Jacob. I also have a sister named Ellie.

From, Annie Dear Santa, My name is Zoey and I am 8 years old. I live in Amboy. I have been very good this year and I have been thinking about what I want. I want a VR headset and a pair of roller skates. I would also like a skateboard and a

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From, Zoey Dear Santa, My name is Vivian and I am 8 years old. I was wondering how the reindeer are doing? I am not going to ask for anything because I have already made my Christmas list. I really want my very own Christmas reindeer. I love reindeers and do the elves have birthdays? I really was wondering about that. Can you tell the reindeer I think they look pretty?

From, Vivian Dear Santa, My name is Phoenix and I am 8 years old. I live in Amboy. I have been very good this year. I’ve been thinking about what I want. Can I please get a fox lego? I will leave you some milk on Christmas.

From, Phoenix Dear Santa, My name is Clare and I am 9 years old. I want to give something to my sister this year because I love her so much. She said she wanted pink headphones. This year I want pink headphones too, and I also want a big bee Squishmallow. Can I also have a picture with my family?

From, Clare Dear Santa, My name is Destiny and I am 8 years old. I have been mostly good. If you can, can you please send me an elf named Lily? I love you dearly.

From, Destiny Dear Santa, My name is Harper and I am 8 years old. I live in Amboy. When you take a bite out of the cookie, I like to take a bite out of the cookie you ate too. How are you doing? Can Rudolph guide your sled when it is Christmas?

From, Harper Pony. And I want little toy pets.

Love, Everleigh Scott Dear Santa, I want a Barbie Doll, and Care Bears and a Daddy Bear. I also want a new phone.

Love, Emry Webb Dear Santa, I want a Barbie and ghost toys. I also want a real helicopter. And paper and crayons and pencils. I want the JJ Doll with a binkie from Cocomelon.

Love, Olive Charleston

Dear Santa, I want a fire truck and an ambulance and a race car. I also want building blocks.

Love, Michael Bonifay

Dear Santa, Presents. I want pink paint. Ho, Ho, Ho. I want a pink car. I want a red truck. And black and white and green.

Love, Maeve Myers

Dear Santa, I want a unicorn from My Little

Dear Santa, Ho! Ho! Ho! Presents! I’ve got pink

Dear Santa, My name is London and I am 8 years old. I have been very good and I have been thinking about what I want.

I have a sphynx cat and his name is Puck and I call him cow cat. I have 4 jumping spiders and 2 horses. Their names are Sunny and Fable. My mom has a sphynx too.

From, London Dear Santa, I am really excited about Christmas because my birthday is December 1st, only 24 days apart. I named my elves Shinny and Winny. They hide in funny spots. Christmas is my favorite holiday.

From, Cash Dear Santa, My name is Steven and I am 8 years old. I live in Amboy and my birthday is in two months. How many presents do I have this year? I would like a dirt bike for Christmas. Would you tell Mrs. Christmas I said hi? Thank you.

From, Steven Dear Santa, This year I want a Nintendo Switch charger and some more nerf guns. I have been wanting some for a very long time and my Grandma’s phone somehow took a picture on accident.

From, Cameron Dear Santa, I don’t want a lot for Christmas this year. I am going to Disneyland! I want a tv at my dad’s house for my room please. And please get me a yoga goat.

I want a very silly elf on the shelf.

From, Paisley Dear Santa, My name is Kamdyn and I am 8 years old. I live in Amboy. I have been good sometimes, I have been rude with my sister. Christmas is the best! See you in a month.

From, Kamdyn and Bubby’s got blue. I will open the presents. My toys will be inside. Bring me lots of toys. Cars! Paint!

Love, Hunter Kane Dear Santa, I want a princess doll for Christmas. It’s going to be wearing an outfit and ballet shoes. I’ll be good this year.

I love you, Santa Claus. I want a girl toy car. A rainbow one. You can come to my house. I want both of us to decorate a toy star.

Love, Emma Todd Dear Santa, Can you bring me Barbies? 5 Barbies. Pink ones. I like the pink mermaid Barbie. I want a toy unicorn.

Love, Blair Irvin

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LETTERS TO SANTA Dear Santa, What I want for Christmas is a tablet. I will play games and watch t.v. on it like all day long. That is all. Nothing else.

Love, Ezra Sills Dear Santa, I want a lizard with a control that

can stick to the wall. I want a shark lizard. A bumble bee that can fly with a control. I want a grasshopper with a remote control that jumps all the way to heaven and then will bounce back down.

Love, Wyatt Wolf

I want jellyfishy so we can put in a cup of water to see the jellyfish.

Love, Eliana Cruz

Dear Santa, I want a bee that can actually fly with a remote control. I want a helicopter with a remote control. I want a human that can walk by itself with a thing to turn it.

Love, Trey Herndon

Dear Santa, I want a shark toy with a remote control. Yeah, because I want to scare mommy. And I want a Sonic toy and and I want dinosaur music. And I want some Spiderman toys. And I want some map toys like paper maps so I can find some treasure. I want some white boards. I’m done with my Santa stuff.

Love, Lincoln Smith

Dear Santa, I want a key for Christmas. My mom will drive her car with that key. I want a star to decorate it. I want a toy t.v. I will decorate it.

Love, Bryan Carlson

Dear Santa, It’s almost Christmas. I want a racecar. A blue racecar. I want a tiny monster truck. Those are all the things that I want. And now I want one more thing.

A toy fire station with a fire truck.

Love, Anderson Miller

Dear Santa, I want a baby kitten. A real one.

Because I want to have one more because I have two of them. I want a little dog. A real one. A barn for my baby brother like for animals to live in. I want a toy ice cream and squishy for my sisters and me. I want earrings.

Dear Santa, I want a baby doll. I want a bottle for her. With fake ice cream. I want a Gabby Doll House. I don’t have one, only my sister has a Gabby. Only one.

I want to play in the snow. I want a Gabby book.

Love, Olivia Kane

Dear Santa, I want a Barbie Dream House. And I want a Gabby Play House. I want a baby. Is it going to snow? For my brother, Brady, bring an army house. I love my mom and dad and Brady. I want a real phone that I can play YouTube on. That’s all I want.

Love, Evynn Sanders Dear Santa, I’ve been very good. I’ve been nice to my friends and I help them make green choices. I hope you bring me new clothes. I like dresses and shirts and pants. Merry Christmas!

Love, Caroline Miatke Dear Santa, I want a Barbie Camper with a tall slide and a sink and soap. I saw that on a video. I want a new Barbie House.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Eleanor Ukena Dear Santa, I want you to make a motorcycle with 100 wheels. I’m going to drive it around on the street. I want it purple and green. It’s a speedy one. My bike is green and my bike has brakes.

Love, Raynes Custer

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Dear Santa, How is my elf M&M doing? For Christmas I want a dirt bike helmet with visors. My brother wants a Xbox series X. This year I did the dishes. I wish money would grow on trees.

Love, Kye Dear Santa, How are you doing? I did very well this Year. I clean my room when my parents ask me to. For a present this Year is a PS5 for mom wants a Jease pitcher. A world is all his chldrin Love God. Love, Rorie Dear Santa, How are you and the reindeer doing?

I washed the dishes. I want pokemon and my Brother wants a new t.v. I want everyone to have a nice home.

Love, Elizabeth Dear Santa, How are you and the reindeer doing? This year I helped my mom do the laundry. After that, I wish for a new ps4 for christmas. Next for my sister I wish for her to have a roblox gift card. What I wish for the world is that money was free.

Love, Adeline Dear Santa, How are you and the reindeer doing? This year I helped my mom do

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Dear Santa, Thank you for the Minecraft sword last year! How are you doing? I would like a ps5 please. I would like 2 ps5s controllers please. I would like a computer and headphones please. Can

the dishes.I really want an xbox for christmas and my brother wants a new bed.I wish for the whole world to have a good christmas.

Love, Lillian Deer Santa, How are the elves and mrs claus doing for christmas can i have a xbox and a scooter and a big dog and my mom a tv and my dad a Sport car and give my little cousin a dinosaur set.

Love, Jayce Dear Santa, How are the reindeer doing? I was good this year. I hugged Jade when she broke her hand. I wish for a pizza maker. My brother wants a transformer. I wish for the word prices to go down so people could have an easy life.

Love, Maya Dear Santa, How is Rudolph and how are you doing? I have been good this year, I helped Gio when he was struggling. I would like Madden 25, Kye would like a dirt bike. I hope that the whole world has an awesome Christmas and especially Christmas Eve. Love, Ethan Finkle Dear Santa, How are you and the elves doing this year? I have been good this year because I have been holding the door for preschool. Can I please have a minecraft creeper toy and can you please get my brother a hat too? My wish for the world that all boys and girls to have a happy home have an awesome christmas!

Love, Brantley Grove Dear Santa, How are you? This year I helped my dad fix a car. I would love a new baseball bat. My mom would like a new bike. I wish for the world that all children would have a safe home.

Sincerely, Noah Jones

you get my brother an airsoft minigun and straps for his airsoft guns please.

Merry christmas, Cole Angier Dear Santa, How many elfs do you have? Thank you for my bike last year and everything else. Can you get my sister Descendants dolls please? Can I have Zombies dolls, mini brands, and a computer please?

From, Adrienne Carroll Dear Santa, Are you getting ready for Christmas? Can I have a cooking set for Christmas? Also can I have a Coffee set and a bff heart necklace? Can you get my mom a new Stanley cup? Also a mug for my mom. Merry Christmas!

Love, Maesyn Cavazos

Dear Santa, How are you and the deer?

This year I helped my mom and grandma unload bags of hey.

I want a old trackmaster james.I want my grandma to have her favorite thing.I hope a wish for world is fix world hunger Love,Gio Dear Santa, How are you and the reindeer doing this year? Something good I did this year is clean my room. For Christmas I want a HUGE lego tow truck. I want to get my dad a butter pecan cake. I wish every kid in the world will get a present or presents.

Love, Brayden Dear Santa, How are the elves and the reindeer doing? I have been good this year. I helped my friend when he was stuck on a math problem. What I want for Christmas is a dinosur sweatshirt. My sister likes a new water bottle,sweatshirt, and a new shirt. A wish for the world would be world peace.

Your friend, Lucas Dear Santa, How are you and the elves?I want an xbox. My friend Jayce wants a dirtbike. and I did my laundry for my mom! I wish the world would have a better life.

Sincerely, Aspen Dear Santa, How are the elves and reindeer doing? This year I helped my friend Rorie in math. I would like squishmalows for christmas. My sister Luna would like pawpatrol stuffies. My wish for the world is that everyone has a fun,happy and safe christmas.

Love, Charlotte Dear Santa, How are you and Buddy doing?

Talor and Snowy are my new elves.

One thing I did well is read for 20 min-

Dear Santa, How are you? How many Elf’s do you have? For Christmas I would like a nail seat. And I would like a computer for Christmas. Finally, will you make me noo headphones?

Merry Christmas, Laney Christen Dear Santa, How old are you? Can you get me a tablet and a Bad Guys book? Also, can you get me a game for Christmas? I hope you are doing good. I love you a lot and I love Betty my elf.

I love you a lot, Hayden Collins Dear Santa, How many elfs do you have? Why do you like cookies? How old are you? I want a computer for Christmas.

Merry Christmas, Olivia Ditzler

utes and practice words. One thing I would like for cirstmas is a electric scooter. And one thing my sister would like is a pink bike. I wish the world would be safe.

Love, Hannah Shank Dear Santa, How are you and your reindeer doing this year? I was good this year. I did the laundry and I helped others. I would want lol dolls and my brother would like a cowboy hat.I wish for the world that children would have safe homes. I hope you have a very Merry chistmas.

Love, Kennedie Smith Dear Santa, How are you and Mrs.Clause doing?I’v been good this year I’ve clean the dishes for my mom.I would want a scooter. I would get V.bux’s for my brother. I wish for the world to have a special life.

Love, Ahna Dear Santa, Can I ask Santa a question? How are your elves? I want for christmas is a lot of pokemon cards. This is one thing I did well at school. I got a mighty Marco shout out because I worked very hard in math at school. I wish for the world to be a better place.

Love, Kellen Weaver Dear Santa, How are the reindeer and Mrs. Clause? I got a mighty marcostout out.

I would give my grandma a friendship bracelet. I wish the world would be happy.

Love, Sarah Dear Santa, Do you like chocolate chip cookies?

I help clean my best friend’s house. I wish for a tablet for Christmas. My mom would like a phone and my wish to the world to be safe.

Love, BELLA

Dear Santa, How many elfs do you have? Can I have a PS4 and a ping pong table? Can you get my dad Rolos? Can you get my mom an orange water bottle?

From, Huxten Dawson Dear Santa, Thank you for the presents I got in the past years. I want Swishmellows, 6 inch flexible guys, a soft snuggly cozy blanket with monkeys on it.

HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS! Maverick Doeden Dear Santa, How are you doing? How are your elfs doing? Are they good or bad? I would like a computer, new Nike shoes, and a Squishmellow.

Love, Isaiah Ellis

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LETTERS TO SANTA Dear Santa, Thank you for the squishmellow that I got last year. this christmas I want a snapping turtle and I want some Robux, and makeup. I also want skin care.

Merry Christmas, Adlyn Evans Dear Santa, I have a question. What is your favorite color?

Can I get v bucks, mine coins, infinite money, a vr headset, my mom to work less, a hamster, a hamster cage, a flower pot, and flowers.

Love, Denaly Lackland Dean Dear Santa, How many elfs do you have? Are you really magical? I want infinite mine coins. I want an infinite robux. I want a nintendo switch and on it I want fortnite and Mario. My little sister wants a toy ice cream maker. My little brother wants a boxing bag and boxing gloves. My mom wants a soccer goal.

Love. Bennett Martz Dear Santa, Thank you for my dirt bike last Christmas.

Buddy, Snowflake, and Peppermint are funny.

Can I have a PS5 for Christmas? How old are you?

Can you give my brother candy for christmas? Can you give my mom a sweatshirt for christmas? Can you give my dad a bears football? Thank you for the elves from christmas. I want 30 presents for christmas.

Merry christmas, Ari Moring

Dear Santa, How are you doing? Chippy my elf is funny. I want a Bean Bag, a Squishmelo with a food in its hands, a stanley, a hamster cage, and a mini brand. For my mom I want fondashin and loshin.

Merry christmas, Maddi Peterson Dear Santa, Are the elves dolls? Can I please have a book for my teacher, a hello kitty mini fridge for my sister, a toy school play set, and a painting set.

Anyway, my favorite presset of all is spending time with my family.

From, Elliana Poling Dear Santa, How are you? How are the elfs and the reindeer? I want a dino blanket and slime. I want arrows and I want a cooking set. I want a mermaid blanket for my big sister and for my dogs. I want a some toys too. My dad needs a new wallet.

Merry Christmas, Kylie Prebula Dear Santa How do you celebrate Thanksgiving? How old are you Santa? How is Rodoff doing Santa? When is your birthday Santa? I want a phone and a fluffy blanket and a cup. And for my sister she wants a poster and a My Hero Academia cup.

Merry Christmas, Harper Rockwood Dear Santa, How old are you? Can I have a Craftee plushee please? I was dreaming about what I want for Christmas. I also want a minecraft transformer.

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First-grade class

Dear Santa, I would like to have a lot of new pillows, a new blanket, and a new bed. I will make Christmas tree cookies with frosting for you. How many elves do you have?

Happy Christmas!

Rowan Messer Dear Santa, I would like an elf on the shelf stuffie, a Disney Bitzee, and art supplies (markers, crayons, construction paper, etc). How many elves do you have at the North Pole? I will leave you some cookies and milk, and I will leave some carrots for your reindeer. My sister would like some Bluey puppets.

From, Ava Roberts Dear Santa, I don’t know if I’ve been good or bad! I would like a Spiderman toy that you can take his mask off, a Spiderman No Way Home Lego set, and a Spiderman monster truck.

Love, Jaxon Grenoble Dear Santa, I have been a good girl. Thank you for the TV last year. This year I would like a dirt bike, an iphone, and a football. I will leave you some chocolate cookies and milk by the tree. Where do

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Dear Santa, I really want a Barbie Airplane for Christmas. I used to have one, but my little sister dropped it in the air vent.

And I want a pink and blue Barbie Camper with accessories with a pool, a slide, and some sleeping bags cause I’m gonna have some friends over,

all your elves live at the North Pole?

Love, Autumn Dear Santa, I have been a good girl. How many reindeers do you have? I will give you some chocolate cookies. I would like a toy unicorn, a dirt bike, and a gumball machine. I would like a sweater for my dog, Rex. Merry Christmas!

Love, Raelynn Gruber Dear Santa, Please bring me a present. I would like an x-box, a monster truck, and a remote control car.

From, Anthony Stanley Dear Santa, I think I have been good. What do you think? Thank you for my Gabby dollhouse last year. This year I would like the new version of the Gabby dollhouse! I would really like a play kitchen with food. I would also like to have the fart gun that the Minions use.

My cat won’t hurt, and my one dog usually sleeps upstairs with us, but my other dog is downstairs so you’ll have to be very quiet. She can be rough! My brother, Braeden, has been bad, though, so he shouldn’t get any presents. You can put coal in his stocking!

No Nerf guns! How do your reindeer fly? I have seen you in movies and all the elves you have! Why do you have that many elves?

From, Maddie Ellis Hey, Santa!

You do not need to get me all of the presents I want. I would like another elf on the shelf, but do not replace Minty. I would like a new bone for my dog, Duncan. I would also like Descendant dolls. How do you land on houses that don’t have snow? How many elves do you have?

Love, Rylie Carroll

some Barbie friends. And I want two rainbow Barbie dolls. I’ve been a good girl. I helped my friend James up when he fell on the floor and I also helped mama get Hank (my doggy) out of the laundry room. I love you Santa and the elves and Mrs. Claus.

From, Millie Yocum (5) Dear Santa, I really want a baby doll…it’s like a unicorn one, but it’s a baby one. It talks like its a baby doll and it has batteries in it. It cries when it’s nigh-night time because she wants her milk. OH YA! I need something else that’s cool, a stroller for my baby. I don’t have a stroller…well I have a Minnie Mouse one, but I want it to be a turkey one.

Can you make one for me? I am a good girl. I help pick up my toys at school and at my house. Thanks, Santa.

Merry Christmas.

Love, Harlow Head (3)

Dear Santa, I would like a new puppy, a Barbie, and a Baby Alive. I will give you cookies, milk, and Reece’s cups! I know they are your favorite! I hope you have a good journey. How many elves do you have? What have you and Mrs. Claus been doing? I hope you have a good night!

Love, Alayna Kane Dear Santa, I wish for you to give me a video game called Avengers. I wish for you to have a good night! I want to see your reindeers, and I want to see your village.

Love, Huxley Head Dear Santa, I would like a glitter necklace. My mom would like a big cup that doesn’t spill that she can take everywhere. Be quiet because Noah wakes up in the night. I don’t have a chimney so please use the front door or back door.

BEWARE of the cat! How many elves do you have? I would like a baby doll that has dress up clothes. I would like some new shoes for my doll.

Love, Marin Underwood Dear Santa, I would like a giant Furby, a new Barbie, and a small Furby. Watch out for my dogs, Moxy and Toby, because they will bark really loudly when you come in. Can you get my kitten, Freddy, a new toy? How cold is it at the North Pole?

Love, Charlotte Green Dear Santa, Thank you for the Barbie camper last year. This year I would like tons of Barbie dolls. I have been a good girl.

Love, Harper Kochsmeier Dear Santa, Can I please have a Tyrannosaurus rex toy, a small Christmas tree for my

Dear Santa, I see you!! New Puzzle! Sing Jingle Bells! Tree house!!

Love, Rowan Stewart (4) Dear Santa, I really want a gumball machine. I saw it at Conner’s house. You have to put a coin in then you switch it, then switch it back and the gumball comes down. I want all the colors of gumballs. I have been a good boy. I be nice!

Have my parents sent you a message?

And I love my dad!

From, Brock Thomas Deuth (3) Dear Santa, I want a Barbie! A “nastic” (gymnastic) Barbie. And I want some um… new markers so I can draw at home cause I don’t have much markers that work. And I want a little tiny gumball machine…so it will fit in my room cause a big one won’t fit in my living

room, and a gumball machine? There are ferrets in my house, but they are nice so you don’t need to be scared. I will leave you milk but not cookies because I don’t know how to make them. How do you get so many elves?

Love, Kellin Clapper Dear Santa, Please bring me a LankyBox Merch, some farm toys, and a farm shop. We will leave our back door unlocked for you. How is Max doing? I will leave you cookies and milk!

Love, LeRoy Meador Dear Santa, Can you please bring me a giant slime bucket, a giant stuffed Pikachu, and some new clothes. How do your reindeer fly? Can you teleport? I clean up my room and the house. I will leave you gingerbread and Christmas tree cookies and milk. Please show me some magic!

Love, Mila Statler Dear Santa, I would like a motorcycle that actually turns on. I would also like a two stroke dirt bike. Could I also have a TV for Christmas? I like your sled and presents. Are you real? I have cleaned my room. I like you, Santa Claus! I want you to bring my mom a new bed.

I’d like my dad to have a new dirt bike since he needs to work on his. He’s 25 years old so he can ride a dirt bike.

You can get the same stuff for Bentley that you are bringing me.

Love, Owen Withers Dear Santa, I would like a new stuffy, a new Nintendo, and a new kitten. How many reindeer do you have? How many elves do you have? I will leave you chocolate chip cookies.

Love, Brayden Deuth

room. I did chores, I cleaned the sink, I cleaned the spot I played at, and I cleaned a table, and I did that! And also fold laundry! I love him (Santa) sooooooo much!

Love, Anastasia Heiman (5) Dear Santa, I would like a motorcycle and a teddy bear and candy corn stuffing. I love Santa! I helped mama and dada make apple cider! I was good!

Love Natalie Heath (3) Dear Santa, I want a tractor…a blue tractor. Not a toy tractor, but a real life tractor.

Ummm and a toy tractor. I want all the tractors! 14 tractors! I’ve been a good boy this year. I play nice with my friends. Merry Christmas!

Love, Jetson Statler (4)

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LETTERS TO SANTA Dear Santa, I want a Spiderman toy. All the Spiderman toys actually. All the toys!

Yeah! I am good at school and at my home. I help my mama and my sisters and my daddy.

Love, Ruby Yocum (3) Dear Santa, I want Huggy Wuggy and the yellow guy. I was good next year.

From, Victor Gordon (4) Dear Santa, I have been pretty good. I would like a car that is like a racecar. I want a present for my dad. I will leave you some cookies. My mom will make

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them! Merry Christmas!

Love, Ryver Custer (4)

stuff and a whole bunch!

Love, Noah Meyer (4)

Dear Santa, I wish I had a squishy like dad. I want an orange kitty like Maverick. I want a squishy spongebob that when you pull his tie he wiggles. I want to get Goose something….dog bones! Merry Christmas to the Elves. Thank you!

Freya Doeden (4)

Santa, I wish I had a house…like my mom’s house. I love chocolate. I like Minnie. I like Santa and I want to give him a big hug. I have been good. I have been nice to my mom. I want to play house! Thank you!

Love, Chloe Payne

Dear Santa, I want a big monster truck from Santa. It’s huge and it’s blue and white and with a driver and it’s a monster truck. I like all of the stuff. I’m on the good list because I am happy! I read a book before I go to bed. I like all of the

Santa, I would like to have some babies for christmas. I like to play with pretend food.

From, Jasmine Bergman (3)

Dear Santa, I want a semi toy…a blue one! And then one with the trailer coming off.. like a tank trailer with gas. Like not real gas, but fake gas. And a Lamborghini car! A blue one that’s super duper fast with a remote control. I listen to my mom and get her stuff. I’ve been good.

Love, Aaron Decker (4)

happy place. I want to sit on Santa’s lap and take a picture and tell him what I want. I choose that teddy bear!

I love that. I help my mom clean the walls at my house and I help my friends at school.

Love, Chloe Cummings (4)

Dear Santa, I want a teddy bear heart…it’s my

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Dear Santa, I want a big box of super cars but with no black, no teal, and no gray.

Super cars are made of boostes….they

truck, maybe paw patrol. Probably actually Spiderman. I am 3 so I want THREE monster trucks. I want a picture with you because I am a good boy.

Also bring me a person, but a toy one not a real one.

I love you but I’m tired, Love, James Hardin (3) Santa, I would like a car. I would like a block. I want to get some presents for my mom and brothers.

Love, Kayden Bitler (4) Santa, I just want a swivel chair. I like elves.

Love, Ethan Arbogast (4)

go super fast. And new stuff like a new giraffe cause the one I have at home is like ripped…like really, really ripped. I am on the good list cause I play at play-doh at school and um I help my sisters make things for my mom and dad and I help my parents figure out the situations with my sisters.

From, Sawyer Edwards (4)

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LETTERS TO SANTA MORING cont’d from page 9 Dear Santa, I want a big giant four wheeler like a Power Wheels one. Ya, a Power Wheels one is big so I can see. I want it to be yellow. And I want another truck… a black one like my other black one…I have a big black one like all the way up there to the roof. I am nice to my brother Westlee but not my brother Korbin. I like Christmas.

From, Maverick King (4) Dear Santa, I want a kitty toy…a kitty that sings songs. Uhhh and I want a pig! A real one. I would name it piggy. It would live outside. I want a pig because I want a pet. I don’t have any pets anymore. And I want a toy turkey that sings turkey songs. I am on the good list at school cause I do not hit my friends and I listen to my teachers. I want to have my favorite present like I used to have at my house. It’s called a sky shooter and I lost some of it at my house.

Love, Harper Vaclavicek (5) Dear Santa, I really want a Gabby boat…it’s a boat that floats around in water. Uhhh, more little figurines…Gabby figurines. And Polly Pockets! They are lit-

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Dear Santa, Please bring me a watch, a truck, and a fire truck. At home I help by my dad clean the living room. How do the reindeer fly?

Love, Zander Dear Santa, Please bring me a gaming table, a gaming chair and computer. At home I help by picking up my clothes and putting them in the laundry basket. How do your reindeer fly?

Love, Briar Dear Santa, Please bring me a Santa bed, a Santa batbotit string, and new headphones. . At home I help by cleaning my room. How do the reindeer fly?

Love, Graysen Dear Santa, Please bring me a doll, a toy dolphin, and 1 stuffie. At home I help by

tle things that have little homes. I have one but I want one more. I am on the good list because I help my mommy with chores. I wash the dishes. I help her with the laundry. At school I help Luca and Kai. They are my friends! I like your presents!

From, Ava Seible (4) Dear Santa, I wish I had a squishy heart. I would like another squishy heart, too. I am gonna make some cookies. I’ve been good, too!

Love, Serenity Williams (4) Dear Santa, I want a scarecrow and a jack-o-lantern toy. I am good. I play and am nice to my mom. I want a new house. One more thing…Mr. Potato Head!

Love, Miles Dempsey (4) Dear Santa, I want a lightning Mcqueen with his own controller and his car and the person who drives it. I need the thing the drive it cause it’s like a remote. It gots its own batteries and it gots its own cord and batteries. And I want a jeep car for my brother with a remote and cord. I’m starting to be on the good list.

I been being nice. I be giving my friends hugs and trying to be nice to

vacuuming my room. How do you work with your elves?

Love, Oaklee Dear Santa, Please bring me a Megan costume, new earrings, and new pillow sheets.

At home I help by making my baby brother a bottle. How do the elves make the toys?

Love, Laekyn Dear Santa, Please bring me a new pair of nice earrings, a necklace, and I want new crafts to do. At home I help by vacuuming the kitchen. How does Santa get in my house because I have no chimney.

Love, Ellis

them. Um and I need a Mater for my daddy and a remote and car for him and for my mom I will get her a princess necklace.

From, Oliver Spengler (4) Dear Santa, I want Black Goddess. I like Black Goddess. And I want a doll like my sister has. It has hair pointing up and then hair is not pointing up. And then I want a tablet! I want a pink tablet cause I love it. And then I want presents and that is done. I am on the good list. My mom put me on the good list.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Emry Hollewell (4) Dear Santa, I want fuzzy bunny slippers and bunny shoes! I want nail polish. I want all the colors. Pink, blue, purple, red, orange, black, green, sparkle, and brown. I like Santa!

From, Charlotte Rippy (4) Dear Santa, I want a tablet. And some Super Mario Toys. I like a lot of toys. Christmas toys. I want some Legos. I want all the Legos. I would build a Lego boat and go on it. Thank you!

From, Dillyn Dault (4)

action figures. At home I help by putting my clothes away. Do your elves sleep?

Love, Everett Dear Santa, Please bring me an Elsa doll, a stuffed bear animal. And pokemon cards. At home I help by picking up my toys in the living room and reading books to my mom. I also help my dad cook dinner when he makes my favorite food.

Love, Emersyn Dear Santa, Please bring me a monkey poop game. At home I help my mom pick up toys. How do the reindeer fly?

Love, Daxton

Dear Santa, Please bring me the Grinch Express, a dad clean the living ro water bead gin, and a frog plushie. At home I help by letting out my dogs early so they don’t have an accident.

Love, Levi

Dear Santa, Please bring me a bracelet kit, tablet, and kite. I have been putting away food and helping my mom and dad around the house. How do your reindeer fly?

Love, Ambrielle

Dear Santa, Please bring me a baby stuffie, a police dog stuffed animal and an orange cat stuffed animal. At home I help by sweeping the house. How do the reindeer fly?

Love, Johanna

Dear Santa, Please bring me a robot puppy, computer, and books. I have been watering my dad’s plants to help out around the house. How do your reindeer fly?

Love, A’myia

Dear Santa, Please bring me Madden 25, slambulance for my WWE action figures , and a monster truck for my WWE

Dear Santa, Please bring me a dirt bike, books, and mini stuffed animal. I have been doing laundry to help out around the

Dear Santa, I want a phone! A REAL one! I want it to be black. I would call my cousin. And I want an Ipad. Nothing more. I think I am on the good list.

When I was a baby I was on the good list. Now I make the bed and clean the basement! Merry Christmas, Mrs. Claus!

From, Aubrey Richardson (5) Dear Santa, I want a Blast Off! I want legos and blocks. And I got a new toy cart. It’s blue but it’s a cart from the store…I put food in it, but it’s at home. I want some toys to play outside..uhhh I want some trucks but I already have some trucks, but my truck is cracked from my dad’s car. Hmmm…I’m on the good list. I help my mommy and my daddy. I put up some a lot of trash.

Merry Christmas!

From, Jack Cook (4) Dear Santa, I want a dinosaur. I like candy.

From, Kai Pitrof (3) Dear Santa, Snacks! Chalk!

From, Luca Pitrof

house. What do you do after Christmas?

Love, Westlee Dear Santa, Please bring me a pink globe, pink clock, and pink cat. I have been helping my mom with the dishes. When do you go on vacation with Mrs. Claus?

Love, Freya Dear Santa, Please bring me a skateboard, a dolly house, and a new bed. I have been helping take care of my baby sister by feeding her a bottle. Thank you for the toys. How do the elves build the toys?

Love, Charlotte Dear Santa, Please bring me a phone, elf on the shelf, and squishmellow. I have been helping my mom watch Charlie. How do you make it snow?

Love, Chloe Dear Santa, Please bring me a box of rings, shoes with laces to tie, and a pointer. I have to clean my room to help out around the house. How do the elves make the toys?

Love, Gemma Dear Santa, Please bring me a dirt bike and a blue race remote car. .At home I do my homework and I do chores. How do the elves make the toys?

Love, Bentley

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Dear Santa, I love you. I am kind and helpful and I am respectful to my teacher. I really want some new clothes and a new unicorn.

Love, Avyana Bender Dear Santa, I would like a Barbie Dreamhouse.

Love, Adalynn Benner Dear Santa, I love you! I miss you so much! I hope you come to my house for Christmas! Thank you for all those presents.

I would like a hot wheels track and a robot and a transformer.

Love, Kendrick Bitler

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Dear Santa, Thank you for that time you brought me Elsa makeup! This year can you please bring coloring supplies like colored pencils and plain paper like daddy’s? I got an Elsa bike and I think you got it for me for Christmas before! One time I watched the red nosed reindeer show.

From, Charlotte Bartelt

Dear Santa, I want a Pixleada and a big Barbie house. I want a farm barbie. I think I want a pet Barbie fixer.

Love, Emery Deuth

make-up set.

Dear Santa, I want a new doll and I would like a doll that I could play with every day. I would like a new doll house and I would like a house that me and my brothers can play with every day. I want make up.

Love, Everlee Custer

Dear Santa, Where do you go in the night?

Thank you for all the toys you gave me. I also want a bigger ghost rider costume. Thank you.

Love, Gwendalyn Manthei

Dear Santa, I would like a race car and a Christmas race car. I want a puzzle letter that says ABC. Love, Camden Grenoble Dear Santa, Can I have an Iphone 15? Can I have a Nintendo Switch? Can I have an iPad? Love, Briggs Griffin Dear Santa, I want a toy unicorn and an LOL ball.

Love, Amelia Heath Dear Santa, I want a pink four wheeler and a babysitters and I was like helping her after school and then I was cleaning up with her and then we put the toys away. I will leave you milk and cookies where like the couch is.

Love, Nola Charleston Hi Santa!

What is Rudolph doing? I want a yoga goat because I sawed it on the ad and Daisy the Yoga Goat looked fun.

Please give me a Barbie Dream House.

I be nice. I want some of those bubble things that I put in my bath in my stocking please. I have a new house.

I’m in Polo. I will leave out carrots for the reindeer to eat.

From, Faylinn Cook Hi Santa!

Can I have some Magnatiles please?

Love, Nadia Cruz

Dear Santa, Thank you for the presents you brought me last year. Please can you get me a LOL ball and some Barbies?

We will leave you cookies and milk on the kitchen table. I help my mom clean.

From, Madeline Brown

Dear Santa, Watch out for my cats because I want to leave them upstairs and see what happens! Please I want a big Barbie doll and a Barbie doll house and a Barbie car. Oh, and a hairbrush for the Barbie. I help my mom do laundry.

I help her wash the dishes, too. I’m going to leave you milk and Jello and cookies in the living room. I want to know how the reindeer fly.

From, Sesily Dawson

Dear Santa, I want a like Barbie Playhouse please and an Ariel and a Belle and Cinderella and Moana doll. I was a good girl when I was like at my

Hi Santa!

I want a Gabby Dollhouse with Gabby friends and paint and paper please. I am helpful. I leaving you milk and cookies by my tree. How are

Love, Bristyl Kruse Dear Santa, I want a unicorn dress and a tablet.

Love, Zoey Maginnis

Dear Santa, I would like more barbies and more shirts. I also would like more high heels.

Love, Amora Martinez Dear Santa, I would like a picture frame for my room so I can hang it up in my room.

Love, Isabelle Patterson Dear Santa, I really would like an Iphone 15. I would like a new tablet.

Love, Dawson Reed Dear Santa, I want a Spiderman toy.

Love, Ricky Rippy Jr. Dear Santa, your elves?

From, Astrid Griggs Hi Santa!

How did the reindeer sleep yesterday? I broke my Vampirina doll so I want a new one please – just like the one I have. I want that big doll house for Layla. That’s what she wants. It has “ding-dong” on it. And Bella – I want her to have that, too. And one more thing – a shop like at school. My mom and me clean up together and me and mom and mom’s friends all play together, too! All the time! I don’t have a chimney, but I do have two doors! I want to walk with you to take the presents around town.

From, Athena Helm Hi Santa!

I wonder what you are doing right now?! I’m at school playing with my friend Max. Can you please give me a Marble Run? I be nice to my friends.

Be careful of my dogs because Luca can be a little bit mean. Tucker goes in his cage so you don’t have to worry about him. I’ll make you milk and cookies. I’ll put them on the table waiting for you.

From, Jaxon Hillison Hi Santa!

Um, I want a walking, talking dinosaur. He will shake my hand and give me a hug! I clean my room and I make my bed. You need to be careful of my puppy because he runs. I want to give you a new reindeer. I want to give my

My Daddy loves doing my hair so I want hair salon stuff. That is what my Daddy wants to. That’s all.

Love, June Robertson Dear Santa, I want a new baby doll. I want some crafts.

Love, Robyn Roe Dear Santa, Will you bring me presents? I would like any kind of toy.

Love, Issac Stanley Dear Santa, I would like an arts and crafts set. I would like a new, big rainbow elephant. Also, maybe like some new clothes.

Love, Alivia Stram Dear Santa, Can I have a lot of presents please?

I would like a big present that has my favorite foods and I would like a new toy house.

Love, Finn Untiedt Dear Santa, I would like a big doll and a big puppy!

Love, Freyja Watson dog a walking robot dog.

From, Jeffrey Lance, Jr. Dear Santa, I love you, Santa! I love you very much! Thank you for the presents from last year. Please can I have a glittery wand this year? We are going to make gingerbread man cookies and we are gonna put them with just normal milk for you. We have a chimney so we will leave them there for you.

And watch out for my dogs because some of them are inside and dogs can bite! How are the reindeer flying?

Love, Isla Martinez Dear Santa, I want the block things that I play with at the morning in Mrs. Soltow’s class with Blake please. I like to build robots and tablets with them. And I want a Nintendo Switch for my birthday…I mean Christmas! And also X-ray guns please. They have water in them. I been asking for them for a lot of times and no one gets them for me so I want you to Santa. I wasn’t at my new house last Christmas – I was at my old house.

From, Caden Martz Hi Santa!

Can you please bring me some makeup and can you please bring me some more ornaments for my tree because we only have a couple? And thank you for last year’s presents!

From, Lillian Ludewig

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I don’t know what to ask you for!

Ok, yes I do! A Rubik’s Cube and a Nintendo Switch please!

From, Sylis O’Shaughnessy Hi Santa!

I want a dollhouse…a Barbie one and Barbies for it and makeup please.

And done! How’s your renideers?

From, Addy Quimby Dear Santa, How has Rudolph been sleeping? Is he getting ready for his big night?

Please could you bring me a Barbie Dream House and some new Barbies? I also want a new Barbie car that could drive with a remote please. Could you

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Second-grade class

Dear Santa, How do you fit all of the toys in your bag? I have been letting others play with me. May I please have a step watch, an electric scooter, and Lego army men and base? I would like it if you got me these things. Thank you!

Love, Brady Sanders Dear Santa, How are you and your reindeer doing? I have been nice to my brothers and sisters. Please can I have a robot dog? Thank you.

Merry Christmas!

Keaton Lindsey Dear Santa, How are you? Can I pet your reindeer? Is the north pole always cold? I have been good by being nice to my friend. Can I have a reindeer?

Love, Amadia Sodaro Dear Santa, I have been so good for my mom and dad. I listen and clean my room and make my bed. How are you? How are the reindeer? Can I please have an electric scooter, a new bike, and a small Christmas tree? I hope you have a Merry Christmas.

Love, Raelyn Taylor Dear Santa, Are you having a great day? May I

bring Julius some new cars? My brother Jayden needs a new phone and I don’t know what Jordan wants for Christmas. I help my mom take care of my family. Can you bring my mom a new pan and a new table cloth?

And for my dad – I think he wants a new, big TV. Love, Amora Reed

skateboard for Christmas please. I want a lot of Barbies, too – princess ones! Come through my door because I got a skinny chimney and I don’t want you to get stuck in there! I help because I catched the kitty when she was about to go outside. Are your elves flying okay? How do the reindeer fly?

From, Haisley Shank

Hi Santa!

I want a RC car please. I want blue.

I don’t usually leave you milk and cookies, but I might do it the next Christmas. I don’t have a Christmas tree yet, but I should have one by Christmas.

From, Max Rosquist

Hi Santa!

I just want one present for me… magnatiles! I will build some stuff.

How do the reindeers fly because they only fly into the sky! If we look up, we might see you Santa! I want you to give me hugs, Santa!

Love, Sage Weilacher

Dear Santa, I want to have a rainbow electric

Hi Santa!

Barbie is my favorite! I watch it

have a puppy and two fugglers and an iphone? I should have these toys because I have been a good kid.

Love, Ejaye Evans

Merry Christmas!

Love, Brylynn Kruse

Dear Santa, How do you carry over 1000 toys in your bag? I’ve been trying my best to listen to my Dad and my teachers.

Please can I have an electric scooter and slime? Thank you! Merry Christmas!

Love, Hunter Koltunchik Dear Santa, How is it in the North Pole.Are you busy in the North Pole. I got a mighty Marco shout out for listening to my teacher.One time me and the class got gummy worms.Can I please have my brother to be nice to me and a new iphone 15 pro max thank you Santa.

Merry christmas.

Love, Leighton Zellers Dear Santa, I hope you and your wife are doing good. At home I help clean the dishes and I also do the laundry and fold the clothes. I want a Stanley cup that has a deer printed on it. I also want an iPhone fifteen. I also want an LOL doll.

Thank you! I hope you have a very Merry Christmas.

Love, Zalyn Mon Dear Santa, How do you fit all the presents in your sleigh? I listen well. Please can you give me a big slime and a big stress ball? Thank you! I hope you have a very Merry Christmas.

Love, Brayden Montag Dear Santa, How are you and Mrs. Claus? I’ve really been wanting a stuffed dog and a vet set. Last a dog man book and oh and my very last wish is for my mom to get better. I will leave some cookies and carrots for the reindeer.

Dear Santa, I was wondering how your reindeer fly. Just so you know I was encouraging people to do their best. Can I have new fighting robots? Thank you!

Love, Carter Miller Dear Santa, My name is Allie Plachno. I have worked really hard in school for good grades. I have been really sad lately because my iPad doesn’t have enough storage. Do you think you can get me a new iPad that has storage please?

Love, Allie Plachno Dear Santa, What is the North Pole like? Is it super cold? I do not know but I think it is cold. Can I please have a large iPad, Pokemon shoes, and a super good Pokemon card?

I’ve been super good for new toys. Thank you for the toys.

Love, Ryan Griffin Dear Santa, How cold is it in the North Pole?I have not been screaming at my sister but she has. I really want an iphone 15.

Please and thank you. Have a Merry Christmas!

Love, Lennox Becker Dear Santa, How is it going in the North pole? I got a

every night before I go to sleep! I like Barbies so much so I want some new Barbie stuff please! I be good – I play nice. Watch out for my dog and my kitties cuz’ Drake is always laying by the front door and the kitties are always laying together and they make a big step to get over. What are the reindeers names?

From, Joslyn Weinger Hey Santa!

I want a toy playhouse for outside with Halloween stickers please and a toy doctor set. How’s Rudolph doin’?

Oh, and some markers – just some art supplies actually please! I listen to my mom. I also want those blocks that I like to play with with Caden please.

Love, Blake Wilkinson

Mighty Marco shout-out for being good in my reading classroom. I will like a watch, hot wheel track, and a fishing pole. Thank you!

Love, Kane Bitler Dear Santa, How cold is the North Pole? How do you fit a lot of presents in your bag? I have been sharing my favorite toys.

Santa, please may I have an American Girl doll? And may I please have a toy horse and maybe a little barn?

Love, Aspyn Bender Dear Santa, I hope you have a great Christmas Eve! I have been listening to the teacher.

What I want for a present is a new phone case and a hamster (a real one) and a computer and a computer mouse. Thank you and have a great Christmas Santa.

Love, Layla Weems Dear Santa, Are you doing good and your wife? If you come I will have a tasty treat for you and your reindeer.

Please can I get an electric scooter and a nerf gun?

Thank you.

Love, Levi Hardin Dear Santa, I want you to have a good day Santa and Mrs. Claus, so have a wonderful day you guys. I have been good to my brother. I want a tablet and a computer and fishing stuff. Thank you elves for your hard work.

Love, Kaleb Spengler

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Dear Santa, Who is your favorite reindeer?

What I did that was good was I helped my mom with the dog. I want a dolphins jersey, the # to be 10. My mom would like a new car .I wish for the world to have freedom.

Love, Aiden Dear Santa, How many elves do you have? One thing I did good this year is asking for help instead of guessing. Can I have 2 dream catchers please? Can I get a stuffy raccoon for Louise please and thank you. My wish for the world is to have enough food for the world to eat.

Merry Christmas!!!

Love, Jade Dear Santa Is anyone a boy? Things that I did that were good this year I helped a person up when he fell and when I helped him up I said are you ok. I would like for Christmas is a pc.and what for everyone else is to have is enough food.

Sincerely, Kamdyn Dear Santa, How bright does Rudolph’s nose glow? The one thing I did that was nice this year was I cheered someone up in a game. For christmas I wish for a baby turkey and my mom wants 3 million. I wish for the world to have no world hunger. Merry Christmas santa!

Sincerely, Anna Dear Santa What is your favorite type of milk do you like? I helped a lot of people. I would like wrestlers. Cody would like a gaurd dog. I wish for everyone to have enough money. Merry Christmas!!!!!!!!!

Love, Jacob Dear Santa.

What is it like in the north pole?

This year I got a mighty Marco shout out. I want a dirt bike because I had one but we got rid of it so can I have one please. I don’t want wars in the world. My mom really wants an ipad because me and my sister have one.

Mere Christmas!

Max

Dear Santa, How many elves do you have? One good thing I did this year is I got my sisters ready for school on time. For Christmas I would like a mini pool with seats and cup holders. The present I want for my parents is two coffee mugs. I want everyone else in the world to have more FREEDOM to share!

Sincerely, Penelope Dear Santa.

What kind of cookie do you like?

One good thing I did was I made my sisters breakfast all last weekend.

Also may I have a baby puppy or a baby bunny, and Sarah wants a couple fish. My wish for the world is for everybody to have enough money and food.

Merry Christmas Sincerely, Nora Dear Santa How do your reindeer fly? One thing I did good this year was l help someone up. I would like a guard dog for christmas and my grandma wants a cat for Christmas. I wish for the world that everybody has food.

Love , Cody Dear Santa, Do you prefer warm or cold milk?

One thing I did well this year: I stayed after school to help Ms Wolfley wipe the desks. Also I would like anything to do with fish. Nora would like a baby bunny. My wish for the world is no more war and more freedom.

Merry Christmas!

Sincerely, Sarah Dear Santa, How old are you? One thing I did good this year was I helped my friend get up from getting hurt. I would like a meta quest 3. My sister would like a pet kitty. My wish for the world is no more wars.

Love, Oliver Dear Santa Who is your favorite elf and raindeer? One thing that I did well this year was be nice to my sister and let her have my sucker. I would like a toy kitty. I think my sister would like a toy baby. I wish for the world to have freedom.

Merry Christmas, Elizabeth

Dear Santa, How are your reindeer doing? One thing I did well this year was go do the dishes this morning. I would like for Christmas to have an ipad. My sister would like dog stuff. I wish for everyone in the world to have shelter.

Sincerely , Louise Dear Santa, Are you real? One good thing I did this year is I used my manners. What I want is a gameboy. Someone else wants a PS5. I wish everyone gets world peace Happy Christmas!

Happily,, Jonathan Dear Santa Who is your favorite elf and reindeer?

I wish for the world to have happy days all the time. I want 1 baby duck and Sia would like 1 baby chick.

I cleaned up my sister’s mess and my brothers and mine.

Sincerely , Natalia Dear Santa Who is your f a v o r i t e e l f a n d reindeer? I wish for the world for everyone to get what they want for Christmas. Something I did good was I cleaned my house and made the bed.

I wish for a phone and make-up.and my friend wishes for a baby golden retriever that’s REAL. Please and thank you.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Sia Dear Santa, How many elf’s do you have?

One thing I did well this year: I tied someone’s shoe when they did not know how to. I would really like an elf on the shelf.

And my friend Elizabeth wants a puppy and I wish that everyone has freedom!!

Love, Isabella Dear Santa How many reindeer do you have? I have been listening to the directions of my teacher this year. I wish I can get a pc.

Also I want Kamdyn to have a pc. A wish for the world is we could have more cash.

From, Mathew Dear Santa, This year I helped my little

brother clean up his mess at home.Oh and can I have a pack of makeup please and thank you. Can I also get a squishmellow for my bigger sister and my wish for the world is for everyone to have happiness. What do you want for Christmas?

Love , Kathryn Dear Santa, For Christmas can I get the Wings of fire book 8 graphic novel called Escaping Peril if so please give the book to me Also, can you give Oliver an Imagine Dragons shirt Oliver loves the band. For my last wish, can I get more money, and why I deserve this is because one time I gave a homeless person in Washington DC $7. One question though who’s your favorite Reindeer mines is Blizton?

Love, Jason Dear Santa, I wish my mom and dad to have $100,000.How do you get in my hove? I wish to have a transformer for Christmas.I cleaned up what my dad told me to. My wish for the world is to have freedom.

Love, Grayson

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Dear Santa, What does the elf on the shelf do?

One thing I did that was good this year was help mom clean the house. I would like for Christmas to have a hoverboard. My mom will like my wish. For the world my wish is to have enough money to buy food to eat.

Merry Christmas!!

Sincerely, Parker

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Third-grade class

Dear Santa, My name is Eli Bender and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was try not to fight.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: dinosmashers, a fun day, and gifts.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Eli Bender Dear Santa, My name is Kinzie Beyer and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was I cleaned the basement.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: wireless headphones, a Kindle, and pink wallet.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Kinzie Beyer Dear Santa, My name is Crono Clark and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was helping them.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are:VR headset,ps5, and robux.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Crono Clark Dear Santa, My name is Findley Drinkall and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was help my dad with the upper barn.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: a lego set, remote control car, and a pet cat.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave cookies and milk for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Findley Drinkall Dear Santa, My name is Will Hall and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was helping.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: stuffies, legos, and magnets.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave cooks for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Will Hall Dear Santa, My name is Makalah Knutti and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was making them pictures.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: a laptop, FurReal Monkey, and some money.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Makalah Knutti Dear Santa, My name is Wyatt Kresanek and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was I walked the dog.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: room decorations, books, and Sqiushmallows.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave cookies and milk for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas Love, Wyatt Kresanek Dear Santa, My name is Sawyer Leech and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was I made my bed.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: Reborn boy baby, Barbies, Inside Out plush toys, and a fake elf.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave cookies and milk and carrots for your reindeer for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Sawyer Leech Dear Santa, My name is Maddy Miller and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was take out the trash.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: a dog, clothes, and a cat.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Maddy Miller Dear Santa, My name is Tyson Payne and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year clean for my mom There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: nerf guns, scary figure, and cute plushie.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave cookie for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Tyson Payne Dear Santa, My name is Korbin Ramirez and I am 9 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was clean up the living room.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: KitKats, Sweetarts, and Sour Skittles.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave Oreos and milk for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Korbin Ramirez Dear Santa, My name is Adde Rombout and I am 9 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was when I helped carry in the groceries.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: a

tumbling mat, a new Stanley, and a really fluffy stuffed animal Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave you chocolate chip cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Adde Rombout Dear Santa, My name is Carter Stover and I am 9 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was love them.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: gaming chair, Deadpool controllers for the Nintendo Switch, and video games.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave cookies and milk for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Carter Stover Dear Santa, My name is Odin Williamson and I am 9 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was help them cook.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: 4 wheeler, snake, and RC car.

Thank you Santa. I promise I will leave a cookie for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Odin Williamson

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Dear Santa, What do the reindeer eat? I pick up my toys. Please bring me a watch. And bring me some LOLs: Mommy, Baby, and Big Ones!

From, Malayah Dear Santa, How do you make the toys? I listen to Mommy. Please bring me a tablet for Jameson, a baby toy for Kohen, a toy house for Mommy, and I want everything in the universe. I hope you

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Dear Santa, My name is Tinlee Alexander and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year.

The nicest thing I did for my family this year was being a good girl when my family had a baby.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: a new toy, a bed cover, and a soft stuffed animal.

Thank you, Santa. I promise I will leave cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Tinlee Alexander Dear Santa, My name is Gabi Danner and I am 9 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was watch my brother.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: Sam and Colby merch, to meet Sam and Colby, and skincare.

Jaxson Dear Santa, How does your sleigh move? I made a ramp with Dad. Please bring me a paintbrush, some paint, and a tow truck that drives. I want a necklace for my mom and a hat for my dad.

I love you, Camden Dear Santa, What does Mrs. Claus do? I do chores at my house. Please bring me LOL dolls and Barbies. And a Barbie house because my other one is messy.

Happy Christmas, Brielle Dear Santa, Where do you come from? I pick up my room when my mom tells me to.

Please bring me a Nintendo Switch video game- a Cat Mario one.

Goodbye Santa, James Dear Santa, What do reindeer eat? I help Papa on the farm. Please bring me a flatbed trailer with a truck, a loader tractor, Thank you, Santa. I promise I will leave cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Gabi Danner Dear Santa, My name is Clayton House and I am 8 years old.

I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year.

The nicest thing I did for my family this year was helping cook.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: a laptop, gift card, backpack, blankets, drumkit, Nintendo, money, and a tv.

Thank you, Santa. I promise I will leave sugar cookies for you as a snack.

It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Clayton House Dear Santa, My name is Xander Layman and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was cleaning.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: a game card that can go into my Nintendo, a soccer ball, and 5,000 v-bucks.

Thank you, Santa. I promise I will leave cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Xander Layman Dear Santa, My name is Taylor Moshure and I

and a bucket and fork, and a sweep for the barn. Get mom a ring because hers broke.

Thank you.

What do you do when you’re gone?

Have a good trip.

Dax Dear Santa, Where does the food come from for the reindeer? I help my brother pick up his toys. Please bring me a dog toy for Jersey. I want a LOL. I hope you have a good Christmas.

Letty Dear Santa, Where do your reindeer come from?

I clean my room. Please bring me a loader truck and a regular truck.

Thank you and have a good Christmas, Treyton Dear Santa, How do you go to houses so fast?

I’m good with Noah. Please bring me a Barbie house and markers. Can I get a big Monster Truck for my brother? am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was cleaning the house.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: a puppy, a realistic babydoll, and lots of candy.

Thank you, Santa. I promise I will leave cookies and milk for you as a snack and carrots for the reindeer. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Taylor Moshure Dear Santa, My name is Colin Pauley and I am 9 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was helping.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: some Pokémon cards, action figures, and video games.

Thank you, Santa. I promise I will leave cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Colin Pauley Dear Santa, My name is Jaxon Peterson and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was helping them do stuff.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: a pc v bucks, and stuff for my Xbox controller.

We’ll try a watch again for my sister.

Merry Christmas, Lillie Dear Santa, How do the elves move? I help my mom fold the laundry. Please bring me markers and a coloring book.

Thank you, Renea Dear Santa, How does your sleigh fly? I help my mom rake leaves. Please bring me a smart watch.

Love, Cameron Dear Santa, How do you come in the chimney? I clean and help with laundry. Please bring me a new kitten toy and a Creeper RC. I hope you have a Merry Christmas.

Ryker Dear Santa, Why do you do magic stuff? I play games and be kind. Please bring me games. All the games I want. I love you.

Tatum Thank you, Santa. I promise I will leave cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Jaxon Peterson Dear Santa, My name is Jonathan Pidde and I am 9 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was doing things my parents want me to.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: Amiibos, Mario Party Jamboree, and v-bucks.

Thank you, Santa. I promise I will leave cookies for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Jonathan Pidde Dear Santa, My name is Rowyn Tegeler and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was get good grades.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: one of your reindeer, Squishmallows, and a notebook.

Thank you, Santa. I promise I will leave cookies and milk for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Rowyn Tegeler

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LETTERS TO SANTA KEMMERER cont’d from page 15 Dear Santa, My name is Tyson Todd and I am 9 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was help cook.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are: a toy baby, teeter totter, and a scooter.

Thank you, Santa. I promise I will leave Fruity Pebbles for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Tyson Todd Dear Santa, My name is Owen Wilkinson and I am 8 years old. I’m really looking forward to Christmas. I have been trying my very best to be nice all year. The nicest thing I did for my family this year was when I cleaned a lot and loving my family.

There are a few special things that I would really like. They are:real digital circus plushies from the website, gaming consoles, and video game plushies.

Thank you, Santa. I promise I will leave circle pretzels with Hershey kisses and M&Ms on top for you as a snack. It’s so yummy and will give you lots of energy for visiting all those houses.

Merry Christmas!

Owen Wilkinson

CHADWICK-MILLEDGEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MILLEDGEVILLE Mrs. Skoog’s

Kindergarten class

Dear Santa, How are the reindeer? I have been good at my house when my Mom says it’s time to get in the bath. Please bring me a pink and white volleyball.

Thank you!

Love, Eva Hall

CHADWICK-MILLEDGEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MILLEDGEVILLE Ms. Spangler’s First-grade class

Dear Santa, What do you do when it is sunny outside? I have been playing tag with my sisters. Please bring me a phone that you can intall new cameras and look through them. Thank you!

Love, Aden Hicks Dear Santa, How are the reindeer doing? I have been helping my Mommy clean the house. Please bring me an American Girl doll. Thank you!

Love, Quinn Horton Dear Santa, How do the reindeer fly? I have been nice to my brothers. Please bring me a scooter. Thank you!

Love, Xander Hutmacher Dear Santa, How fun is the North Pole? I love

Dear Santa, My name is Paiton, and I am 7 years old. This year I have been nice. For Christmas this year I would like a play calculator, lotion, a rainbow stuffed turkey, Meerkat chapter books (all of them), a birth stone that is huge, and a pretend laptop computer.

Merry Christmas Santa!

Paiton Dear Santa, My name is Alexis, and I am 7 years old. This year I have been nice. For Christmas this year I would like a jump rope, Mini Brands, and a stuffy cat.

Merry Christmas Santa!

Alexis Dear Santa, My name is Emery, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been nice. For Christmas this year I would like a mini pouch with a mini camera, 100 Ulta Mini Brands, Ear Buds, a lanyard for my pop its, and Hey Dudes.

Merry Christmas Santa!

Emery Dear Santa, My name is Dru, and I am 6 1/2 years old. This year I have been nice. For Christmas this year I would like tape, a camera, a gymnastics mat, a taxi cat, high heels with sparkles on them, a Barbie Christmas Tree with presents, a purse, a Taylor Swift costume, and hair clips.

Merry Christmas Santa!

Dru Dear Santa, My name is Landry, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been nice. For Christmas this year I would like a 3-D Printer, a dog.

Merry Christmas Santa!

Landry Dear Santa, My name is Thomas, and I am 6

my sister and like to play with her.

Please bring me a phone. Thank you!

Love, Dylan Moe Dear Santa, How do the reindeer fly? I clean the car for Mom. Please bring me a toy tractor. Thank you!

Love, Ty Munz Dear Santa, How are the reindeer magic? I helped my Dad clean the garage for winter.

Please bring me a crop duster for Christmas. Thank you!

Love, George Staley Dear Santa, Can I see the reindeer? I love to play with my baby Parker. Please bring me a doll. Thank you!

Love, Peyton Villa

years old. This year I have been nice.

For Christmas this year I would like a Ninja Kids toy, a new cat, and a Ninja Kids bookbag.

Merry Christmas Santa!

Thomas Dear Santa, My name is Elliot, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been nice. For Christmas this year I would like Nikes, a phone, security cameras, PS 5, and a ton of Pigeon Books.

Merry Christmas Santa!

Elliot Dear Santa, My name is Owen, and I am 7 years old. This year I have been naughty and nice. For Christmas this year I would like Dead Pool clothes, a new bike, Legos, and racecars.

Merry Christmas Santa!

Owen Dear Santa, My name is Bryson, and I am 6 years old. This year I have been nice. For Christmas this year I would like two boxing gloves, a boxing set, Freddy toys, Freddy plushies, and a Freddy Lego set.

Merry Christmas Santa!

Bryson Dear Santa, My name is Roslin, and I am 7 years old. This year I have been nice. For Christmas this year I would like a fairy toy, candy, a dog, a fog machine, and a cat.

Merry Christmas Santa!

Roslin Dear Santa, My name is Hunter, and I am 7 years old. This year I have been nice. For Christmas this year I would like a snow cone machine.

Merry Christmas Santa!

Hunter

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Mrs. Newman’s

First-grade class

Dear Santa, I would like barbies, babydolls, a Sticki Roll bracelet, a tablet, squishmallows, and an American Girl Doll.

Nyla Dear Santa, I want a phone for Christmas. I want my sister to have a little notebook. I want a great Christmas. Please get my mom some new stuff.

RaeLynn

Dear Santa, I want a shotgun for hunting with my family, a crossbow, a dirt bike, a new charger for my four-wheeler, and a new coffee cup for my teacher. I want my grandpa to come out of county jail.

I also would like a sniper nerf gun.

Taylan Dear Santa, I love you Santa, you are my favorite so much. Christmas is the best miracle ever.

Ellorah Dear Santa, I would like a Sticki Roll bracelet, a computer, a Zuru Snackle toy, and a cat squishy.

Kenzie

Dear Santa, I want a Nerf Gun, a new monster truck, Hot Wheels set-up, and a toy four-wheeler.

Isaac

Dear Santa, I want you to be happy. I’m going to get you a present Santa. And I want Santa to be something for Halloween, probably something scary. I want Santa to be so happy. And I want Santa to exercise and have a great pet. I want Santa to get a doggy. And that’s it.

Lyric

Dear Santa, I want an Iphone and an Ipad. I would also like headphones and LOL dolls. And another cat.

Dear Santa, I want a bow watch. I want my mom to have one too.

Marylynne

EAST COLOMA-NELSON SCHOOL ROCK FALLS Ms. Rivera’s

Third-grade class

Dear Santa May I please have this for Christmas? Some new shoes, Nike tech, a new dirt bike. A hat or a shirt from One Piece. An anime hat from Monkey Luffy. I could ask for so many things, but these are needs and not just my wants.

Sincerely, Logan Dear Santa, I would like Trouble, and Scrabble for Christmas because I am a good person. Be careful I have a dog so just walk around the dog’s kennel if my family puts our tree downstairs.

Maybe you could bring me some Transformers. They live on Cyber-

Tron but are small toys.

I love to see the presents you bring me.

Love, Rayce Dear Santa, May I please have a drone that you can see with your phone, a PC, and baseball bat. Also, a dog and I will make sure that I take care of the dog, like feeding and keeping it clean. I’m sorry for touching the elf. I was trying to help him when she was stuck in the cabinet. Ooops! One more thing: can I have Grand Theft Auto 5.

Love, Leland Dear Santa, May I please have a phone? It would be really fun to have a phone. Can I please have a baby bunny? I would take good care of her and I have a list of names. Can I please have an invisibility cloak to win at hide and seek because they would never find me and I would go behind them and say boo and come out of the invisibility cloak. I have been trying really hard this year to be on the good list.Thank you for the presents each year. I hope you like my cookies. I wish I could see you and talk to you also when I go places people just dress like you but it’s still magical. My favorite holiday is Christmas. I love

Dear Santa, I want a phone, a playstation and headphones for it, a computer, a TV but I don’t know where I’m going to put it, another Tablet even though I already have one, another bike, a fourwheeler, and a chair and a desk. I like all the expensive stuff.

Kloie

I want legos. I like Minecraft legos, and StarWars legos. I want a Pete the Cat book, Wonders workbooks to do with my mom, Science workbooks, Math workbooks, a toy ladder, Habit Hero tickets, folders and white binders, clickers for my mom, and my own rainbow pencil.

Cameron

Dear Santa, Can I get a VR, a playstation, and random toys?

Wes

Dear Santa, I love you Santa. I want a computer.

Ryland

Dear Santa, I would like a squishmallow, a phone, a Barbie dream house, another American Girl Doll, a tablet, and a Barbie car.

Jovi Dear Santa, I want toys, a tablet, and a new hoodie.

Hunter Dear Santa, I want a phone, an Ipad, a Nintendo Switch, and a computer.

Dailin Dear Santa, Can I have a Barbie Dream House, a computer, and new headphones?

Camille

Dear Santa, I want a fire deck of Pokemon cards and a kitten.

Madilyn Dear Santa, I want a dirt bike and a fourwheeler.

Jordan Dear Santa, I have been good at school. I want a phone for Christmas, I want some legos, and I want a laptop.

Isabelle Dear Santa, Merry Chirstmas. Can I get a prize?

I love you.

Alaina

Dear Santa, I love you. (and I want to say I love you again but with a heart).

Dear Santa, I want a phone, a squishmallow, and some bug spray.

Graham

presents and hot cocoa but my favorite part is spending it with my family.

Love, Eloisa

what I want. I have been really good this year.

From, Ronan

Dear Santa, Thank you for all the presents. This year I want to have a new bike, a musical tesla coil, a new baseball bat, a Pokemon (charizard) plush, a soccer and basketball. Some chapter books,maybe like Pokemon. I can’t wait to start my countdown for your arrival.

Merry Christmas, Patrick

Dear Santa, Something I want for Christmas is a gaming setup and a new PS4 controller. I would also like ramps for my bike. Just a warning, beware of my two dogs. A dirt bike would be very cool for Christmas. Santa, when are you going to bring my elves on the shelf and what list am I on because I hope I’m on the good list? I think I have been good this year so I hope you can give me these things Sincerely, Mykah

Dear Santa, I’m going to catch you this year,when you’re bringing my presents! My dog is sad, so can I get another dog to play with? Can I get dog toys for my dog? I want Pokemon cards, money, and toy weapons. I love Christmas!

Love, Caleb Dear Santa, I would like to get some things for Christmas. A new Quest 3, a new phone, a Charizard PSA Ten that is a first edition. I wish my grandma would get better and that would make me happy for christmas. A new soccer ball so I can play with my friends. One more thing I want for Christmas is a drawing iPad that I can draw on and that will be so much fun. Please get me

Dear Santa, I want to say thank you for all the presents for each year. This Christmas I want to have three Mini brand mystery toys. I also want a mega pack on a game so I do not get bored. I want an Apple pencil so I can play with the mega pack. I would also like a tree house in my backyard so I can play with my sister. I have been good this year. I think I’m on the nice list and thank you for all the presents each year!

Love, Bella

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LETTERS TO SANTA RIVERA cont’d from page 17 Dear Santa, Can you please bring Bell and maybe a friend for Bell this year please. I would like some presents too please. I want Lindor Truffles, stuffed animals, puppets, coloring stuff, a new makeup chair, and a bunny. I also want to thank you for always giving me presents. I hope you have turkey when you’re in the North Pole.

Don’t forget to put seasoning on the turkey. Tell Mrs.Clause to have some turkey too. I hope you send a letter back to me when you read my letter. I hope you have enough time to travel the world. Can you tell me how many times you traveled the world? Also make enough turkey for all the elves too. Please get me and my brother good stuff please.

Love, Aubree Dear Santa, I would like basketball for Christmas. I would also like board games because I like to play board games and I like with my mom and my sister.

I would also like new clothes. Santa, I was good for my family. I have been playing with my sister and my brother. I play basketball with my sister and it is so much fun to play basketball. I want to have a phone for Christmas, and headphones. So I can play with Mykah, Caleb and my dad.

EASTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SHANNON Mrs. Eich’s

Third-grade class

Dear Santa, How are Ely and Jingles doing? Are they okay? How many presents do you make every year? Do you have a favorite elf? This is why I deserve to be on the nice list: I help my friends learn to tie their shoes, and I feed the dog, kittens, and cats. I clean the bunny cage.

Here are some things I want: an American girl doll and a Polaroid camera, an organizer, a tablet, and some pictures and picture frames. My mom would like a frying pan. Dad would like new Crocs. Be aware of all my dogs’ toys. They’re all over the yard and house.

Sincerely, Avah Onley

A new game on my xbox and the game I want on my xbox is a football game.I hope you get me these for Christmas.

Love, Landon Dear Santa, I would like a phone for Christmas.

I am going to catch my elf. His name is Bubble Gum. I want some clothes, brown boots and a Stitch stuffed animal. I would also like a Dragon Ball toy because it’s the coolest movie.I want a picture of my dog and cat.

They are so nice and you are too! I would really like a Magic Tree House book and want a Pete The Cat book.

My cat and dog would like a little outfit as well. I am so thankful for you.

You are so nice. One last thing I have to say is you are the best ever and thank you for being there with me.

Merry Christmas!

Love, Ellianna Dear Santa, May I please have new clothes? It would be the best Christmas if I got a musical Tesla Coil and Pokemon with a Charizard. A Lamborghimi toy car would be cool also. Thank you for all the presents you’ve brought me so far.

Love, Mahsyia Dear Santa, May I please have a remote control wolf, Virtual Reality headset, a Ninendo switch, and a stuffed ani-

Dear Santa, Hello, Santa, how have you been doing? Did you see the Northern Lights? How has Rudolph been doing?

I should be on the nice list because I have been helping Hazel with the dishes, and I have helped Mom with the laundry. What I want for Christmas is Bakugans, Gold Pokemon Cards, and a Black Panther plushie. I also want a XXXtention action figure.

I also want some dog bones (get strong ones). I also want an art box for Hazel. I hope you have a Merry Christmas.

Sincerely, Ah’rian Zinsou-Rucker Dear Santa, Hi Santa, how are you? Well, I might have a few questions. Are you ready? First, how is the reindeer? How many carrots do you give them? Okay, moving on now, I am so excited for Christmas. I can barely even focus.

The reason I should be on the good list is I help my family do chores and I help my mom do stuff. Well, I do fight with my brother a lot, but I should still be on the nice list.

Sincerely, Brynn McCammack Dear Santa, Hello, how are you? How is

mal? Also, I have a cat now so feel free to pet my cat Paul but he is shy. Anyway I also want a pet chameleon so we can play hide and seek. He would always win, I know it. I can’t wait for christmas. PS I also need a new Nintendo and a pretend restaurant.

Merry Christmas, Rowan

These things are one of many things I’ve wanted for many years so if you do give me these things, thank you. I can’t wait to see if these things are under my Christmas tree on Christmas morning. If they are under the tree I would be very happy.

Sincerely, Reed

Dear Santa, For christmas I want a PS5 and I want new elves because my dogs chewed up my old elves. I want Robux to spend on my favorite game. I also would like one last dog that’s a Corgi because they’re sooo cute. For my last christmas gift, I would like a Tesla Bot. I really hope I’m on the good list.

Love, Rowan

Dear Santa, This is my list of things I want for Christmas. I want Stitch pjs and Stitch stuffed animals for Christmas.

I am waiting for my elves to come. Am I on the good list? I love you Santa! I love Christmas and I hope I get good presents.Christmas is the best. I want new clothes for Christmas. I want new Stitch slippers. I want new Stitch shoes. I want a Tamagotchi as well. I can’t wait until Christmas!

Love, P’aizley

Dear Santa, What I want for Christmas is two chapter books, two Anime drawing books, a cat plushie and cute animal drawing books. I’ve been pretty good and I don’t know what list I’m on, but I hope I’m on the good list!

Love, Milani Dear Santa, I would like an Xbox series S because there would be so many fun games to play on it. I would also really like it if you brought me a VR headset because just like the Xbox there will be so many fun games to play on it. I have been at my very best this year so I hope you bring me the things I want.

Rudolph? My good deeds, I help people, I am friendly. Things I want, A home, a hoverboard, a dirt bike, to be happy, and a bone for my dog, Don’t forget a toy for my cat. Watch out for my dog and cats !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sincerely, Connor Cordle Dear Santa, Hello Santa, how have you been? I hope you and your elves, reindeer, and Rudolph have been doing good. Anyway, how many presents do you make, and how big can the presents get?

Well, I am kinda naughty, but I have been trying my hardest, like, I have bought my brother the battle pass. I have tried to help my friends like every time I say, “Hey, are you ok?”

For Christmas, I want army toys, Pokemon cards, money, plushies, and V Buck cards. My brother Cruz would love Legos. You should watch out for my dog Luca. He will bark. You have a wonderful Christmas.

Sincerely, Cyler Heckman Dear Santa, Hi, how are you doing Santa and Mrs. Claus? How is Rudolph and Vixen doing? I hope I made it on the nice list.

I’ve been doing my chores, helping my brother Bhodie, and taking out the

Dear Santa, I’m going to catch you this year, when you bring my presents! I think I am on the good list, because I have been good. I have been helping people with a lot of stuff.I have been helping people get up when they trip, cheer up when they feel sad. I wish to get new shoes.I wish to get a new quad for Christmas so I can ride with my brother Wyatt. I wish I could meet you on December 24th when you come to my house.

Merry Christmas, Dallas

trash. What I want for Christmas Is a Surron and college football 25 and NBA 2k 25.

Sincerely, Deacon Borota Dear Santa, Hello Santa! Merry Christmas! How are you doing? How is your reindeer doing? I am listening very well in school. I’m also getting better at getting ready for school. I would like me and my sister to stop fighting. And maybe a puppy if my sister gets over her fear of them. I’d like a baby cow, but I know you don’t really bring animals. You might want to bring some food for our goats. They will be loud and ruin the surprise. I love Christmas, and I know you definitely do too.

I hope you have a good flight.

Sincerely, Eden Kempel Dear Santa, Hi Santa, how are you and the reindeer doing? Can I have a guitar for Christmas and some boxes of camera film for Hayden? I want some cat toys for Finn, and Noah’s favorite thing would be a sports car kit.

Sincerely, Eli Ruter

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LETTERS TO SANTA Dear Santa, Hi, Santa I hope you are having a great time at the North Pole. So, I have so many questions for you, like how many elves do you have? Do you have more reindeer than what you use to deliver presents? Do you drive around the North Pole in your sleigh? I also want to know if Mrs. Claus makes you cookies after you deliver presents because if she does not then tell her that I said she should. Anyway, I think I should be on the nice list because I hold the door for people, do my chores, and more. I probably do not need to tell you all right now because you know you watch over me, right? So if I am on the nice list I would love to have a lava lamp and fairy lights for my room at home. I would really love for you to get my family presents before me. My mom would love a shelf for plants. You can get my dad a new set of tools, and I’m sure my brother would love an RC helicopter. It is okay if you do not get to our house on Christmas eve. Just beware my dog gets really aggressive when she sees someone she does not know. Well, that was all I really needed to say so have a merry Christmas.

Sincerely, Emma Hogan Dear Santa, Hi, how are you and the elves doing in the North Pole? I have a couple of questions for you. How many elves do you have, how many reindeer are there, and how is Rudolph doing?

Lastly, how are you and Mrs. Claus? I hope you are doing okay. I hope I am on the nice list because I am doing my chores at home and when my sister cries I give her a hug. Also, at school, I am a hard worker. Something that I want is the Boxcar Children series and some Squishmallows. Also, I would like yarn and crochet hooks. Evelyn will probably want a unicorn stuffed animal, and I think Everette will want some farming stuff this Christmas. I

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Third-grade class

Dear Santa, Hi, how are you? How is my elf Jingles? I think I should be on the nice list because I help my mom cook dinner. I help my friends do things. If I see some-

hope everything is going okay there at the North Pole. Santa, you better watch out for Lucy and Lily. They will bark at you, so give them a treat. Also, I am making a flat stocking for you and Mrs. Claus. So, have the best Christmas of your life. Merry Christmas!

Sincerely, Estelle Manthei Dear Santa, Hi, I really, really, really, really, like Christmas! It is my favorite holiday.

When I look at the Christmas tree, I feel magic in the air. I also love making cookies for you and putting the Christmas decorations up. For a present, I would like a pet koala, lol, just kidding.

But, I do want to remind you I do not have a chimney and look out for the spikes on the Christmas tree. Merry Christmas!

Sincerely, Evelyn Espinosa Dear Santa, Hi Santa, am I on the nice list this year?! How is Mrs. Claus doing? Is she baking a lot of cookies? How are the elves doing, are they making a lot of presents? Are you getting some snow?

This is why I should be on the nice list: I am nice to my sister sometimes. I have been kind to a lot of people. I help my mom with chores around the house. I help my dad with the farm thing. I also help my sister when she is sad and mad. I also help my sister when she has any problems. So, I am saying that I think I should be on the nice list. I am also saying that I help a lot of people. I would like a nice Christmas, some snow, air dry clay (a lot of it please), all of the Barbie things I don’t have, and the things that are on my list that I will send to you. These are the things I want. Things I want for others are my mom wants a golden retriever. My dad wants a farm dog. Mom also wants a Tahoe. You should watch out for my dog and my cat.

Sincerely, Hadley Witt Dear Santa, Sup dawg, how’s Rudolph? Does one and they have no one to play with, I will let them play with me and my friends. I have some questions for you: How old are you? Do reindeer like cookies like you? How do you send the elves to every house? This is what I want for Christmas: A vanity, an art kit, slippers, and a new stuffy. and some more converse. Things you should give to others are toys for kids that don’t have any (and kids that have been good this year).

What you should look out for: My dogs Tinny and Lowell will bark and wake up the family. That would not be good.

Sincerely, Addilyn Sweet Dear Santa, How are you and the reindeer? I have been good this year. I’ve cleaned up out back and I have always fed and

Rudolph have laser eyes? Is he so strong he can snap the whole world? I know a very good deed, being a good boy. I want a transformer toy and a TMNT (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) toy. I need a kitten, rabbit, or cat. I hope you’re okay and have a safe trip.

THANK YOU! Sincerely, Jason Wax

friend’s tubs and reminding my teacher. My mom would like coffee and food, and my brother Caleb likes Legos and video games. Dad would like some money and coffee too. Nicole would like clothes and makeup. Be careful of Loki, my cat, if he is out of water, he will mew a lot. Have a fun Christmas!

Sincerely, Luke Sweitzer

Dear Santa, Hi Santa, how are you doing? How is Rudolph? Is he healthy? I have been wondering if I’m on the nice list. I helped my dad clean up the garage. I helped my brother clean up his dinos. I have been wanting a phone. I also have been wanting new Jordans. I want a new gaming setup. I need new football gloves, so can you give me some? I also want an electric bike that is called a Surron. I need new football leggings.

My brother loves dinos, and he has been wanting a new T-rex. You should watch out for my brother’s dinos they might bite you. I will leave you and Rudolf some cookies and carrots.

Sincerely, Jaxon Stricker

Dear Santa, Hi Santa! I have a few questions for you. My first question is how cold is it in the North Pole right now? Another question is how did the elves make gifts this year? You’re probably already starting for next year. Anyway, here are some reasons why I should be on the nice list. My first reason is that I feed my horse most mornings. I also help my mom with my sisters. I clean my room, too. I would like it if we could have a snowy Christmas and if you can’t give us snow, I understand. Please give my sisters Barbie dolls, and my mom a Peloton treadmill. Here are some things to look out for. Look out for the dogs and the animals in the barn like the show calves. And give Mack and Hunter each a treat, please. I hope you have a Merry Christmas!

Sincerely, Millie Meade

Dear Santa, Hi Santa. How are you doing at the North Pole? How many reindeer do you have? What are their names? I have been good this year. I help when someone falls. I am kind to my friends. I help my sister when she needs her bed cleaned. This year I want a drift car and a Deadpool action figure. I want a Wolverine figure too. My brother would like a drift car too. The car moves with your finger or the controller.

I hope you have a great day and a great Christmas.

Sincerely, Kade Munson Dear Santa, Hello, this year. How is Rudolph in his stables? Is he ready for Christmas? I sure am. How cold is it in the North Pole with the reindeer? How many cookies do you eat each Christmas? Am I a good boy this year? I have helped people in school like picking up my watered my dog. Some things that I have been wanting are a dirt bike, a new house, and new markers. I would also like more toys for my dog, and maybe some treats for him too. I hope you have a Merry Christmas and watch out for the tall houses!

Sincerely, Carson Hoffman Dear Santa, Hi, how are you and the elves? I have a few reasons why I should be on the nice list. first I have been taking care of my rabbit. Another reason I should be on the nice list is because I have been cleaning up my brother’s mess. Stuff that me and my family want for Christmas is: I want an iPhone, Boone wants tractors, My mom wants a Stanley that has chick-

Dear Santa, Hello, Santa, how are you and Rudolph? I’ve been good to my dad by helping. I want a real gator to drive.

You need to watch out for my dog because he bites. My dad wants a new truck. Have a safe trip.

Sincerely, Riley Mcphillips Dear Santa, Hey Santa! How are you doing? I helped someone when they fell down.

For Christmas, I would love a Call of Duty action figure and a Lego set.

Can you watch out for blizzards?

Last year there were 7 blizzards. Please make sure to bring seven dog cookies for my dogs.

Sincerely, William Ernst ens and ducks on it, and my dad wants more tools. Last of all my dogs and cats want toys. Things you should watch out for my cat don’t open the bathroom because she might attack you.

Sincerely, Bearett Giedd Dear Santa, I would like to ask you a Question how do you fly across the whole world in one night? I’ve helped my friend up at recess when he got hit with a football. Things I want are Pokemon cards, a tablet, and GTA 5. Things for others would be, my brother would like a PS5.

You might want to watch out for my dogs on Christmas Eve. Sincerely, Brody Workman

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LETTERS TO SANTA FOLTZ cont’d from page 19 Dear Santa, Hello, how are you? What are you doing? How is Rudolph? Things I want for Christmas. I want a Darth Vader, a Mandalorian, and a Mr. Beast Laboratory. How are the reindeer? How are you? I have been helping people when they fall and helping my mom cook.

Things for others might be, my mom needs makeup and my dad needs some tools.

Just watch out for Junior, he is a yellow lab and we trained him to be a guard dog. Caution!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sincerely, Colton Rowley Dear Santa, Hi Santa, are you ready for Christmas? It sounds like you need some help with me and my sister’s elves. My sisters are very good like me. Do you want almond milk or normal milk with your cookies? Also, I have been very good for my mom because I help her do the dishes and clean the house. My mom and dad are the best parents because they do everything for me, and my dad is the best because he is a super dad. Also, watch out for my brothers because they will get up in the middle of the night so be very careful. You are the best Santa.

Sincerely, Elaina Kuhlemeyer Dear Santa, I can tell you like Christmas so much that you Love the snow. You live in the snow with your elves to make toys. That’s how toys are made. You like Christmas. It is so much fun in the snow. Have a Merry Christmas, Santa.

Sincerely, Elizabeth Ibarra Dear Santa, Hi Santa, I don’t want anything.

Actually, I would like some Tech Decks.

Please get me it. And what do you want?

I hope you have the best Christmas Sincerely, Gavin Luther Dear Santa, Hi, how are you? How long have you been doing this? How is Rudolph and the elves and your wife and frosty the snowman? I should be on the nice list because I been helping my dad with the

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Third-grade class

chicken coop and I feed the barn cats sometimes because I don’t want them to die. I want a Cirkul water bottle and the world’s biggest trampoline and a Mr. Beast Laboratory toy and a big Santa blowup. My dad wants a ladder that he keeps on seeing it down by the Fedex freight. Watch out for possums and raccoons and cats on Christmas Eve. Sincerely, Henry Solomon Dear Santa, Hi, how are you doing this year? It’s getting to be that time of year. Are you ready for Christmas? I should be on the nice list because I help my mom with the laundry. I want a bow and arrow for Christmas. My dad would like a fourwheel drive tractor. Have safe travels.

Sincerely, Jack Woessner Dear Santa, Hi, how is it going Santa? How is my elf doing? I would like a bone for my dog Hank, a new board game for my family, and a new game for my cousin Jaxon. I would also like a r/c car, a drone, laser tag, and a new swing. How are your reindeer doing? I hope you had a great Summer.

Sincerely, Jaxon Moshure Dear Santa, I think I deserve to be on the good list. I helped Mom and Dad with dishes and laundry. I had extra fun. I want a Lego fire truck, a new fire truck, and an RC. My mom wants a really big Hosta bundle.

My dog is a troublemaker. I love the elves. Are they good? The real question is, are you good? I love you.

Sincerely, Kane Hogan Dear Santa, Hi! How are you and the reindeer? I think I deserve to be on the nice list for a few reasons. When I do something bad, I always apologize. Another reason why is because I am kind to my friends and family, and I mind my own business. What I really want for Christmas is a kitten. If you can’t get me a kitten I would like some clothes and face masks. I have a question, how old are you, and how do you deliver all those

Dear Santa, Can I ask you a question? Ok here I go, how are you doing? I have been good. I helped someone find their cat. I want a phone, a skateboard, a fake car, and a scooter.

From, Tryston Reynolds Dear Santa, Hi, how are you? Guess what, I help my mom, dad, sister, and Bradley clean. I want roller skates, earrings, pants, shorts, and candy. My mom wants shampoo, Dad wants tools. Be

gifts in one day and night? My family members include my dad, mom, my sister, and pets. My dad wants new socks.

My mom would like more makeup of course. My sister wants Gabby dollhouse stuff. My pets will take whatever.

But watch out for my dog. She barks a lot. Good luck delivering all those gifts.

Sincerely, Kinley Blair Dear Santa, I think this Christmas is going to be good. I think I should be on the nice list.

First, I help my team up when they fall and I say, “Are you okay?” Second, I say, “Are you good?” to the other team when they fall over. I hope I get some football gloves for Christmas, new pc parts, and a new keyboard. Look out for my dog. She might bark at you.

Sincerely, Kayson McCarren Dear Santa, Hi Santa, how are you and your elves? How is Rudolph? How is my elf?

I have been good.

Have Login, Letti, and Luke been good? It is almost Christmas time! I will play with my siblings Login, Letti, me, and Luke.

Watch out for Luke, he might not go to bed.

Sincerely, Levi Clark Martz Dear Santa, How are you? I’m ready for Christmas, are you? I think you should put me on the nice list, do you? First, I shared my chocolate milk with my brother when he had white milk. I help my mom clean and do the dishes. I would like rainbow friends stuffies and a smiling critter stuffy. My brother would like a cute puppy and my baby sister would like a baby toy. Watch out for my three big dogs.

Sincerely, Omega Schmidt Dear Santa, Hey Santa Claus, what are you doing for Christmas? I have been nice this year. Here are a few nice things I have done. First, I help my mom cook and help people do their work in the classroom. At home, I pick up my stuff and do chores. I have some questions for you. What is your favorite color or

careful of my dogs.

Sincerely, Rosie Potempa Dear Santa, Hi Santa, I hope you give me my presents on Christmas. I hope you can make it to the children at night. But I want a turbo drift RC car, a Lego train set, 100 v bucks, more friends, a new bike, a toy emoji, a robot friend to talk to when I am alone, and one billion Robux for me. My brother wants an anime plush. A toy that has a cat face facing out of it. And, how is the rein-

book? What is your favorite movie?

How old are you? How are the reindeer?

Here are some things I want: Skincare and perfume, makeup, Air Pods, a pet cat, and a pink palm puff. Here are some things I want to give to kids in need. Toys for kids in need or like food for homeless people. You should watch out for the cats that live outside my house and bats. I hope we all have a fun time this Christmas and I hope that you have a fun time with Mrs. Claus, presents, reindeer, and the elves.

Sincerely, Peyton Hammer Dear Santa, Hi, how are you? I think I should go on the nice list. I like to help people with stuff like fixing. What is your favorite cookie and do you make your own hot cocoa? My Mom would like a little cute box to put rings in it. My dad would like his own RC car, and I would like a comfy and tea-cup set. Watch for Leo, but he is in his cage. He will bark.

Scout will run to you. Tilly will do the same. Have a very merry Christmas.

Sincerely, Sawyer Schoeny Dear Santa, Hi Santa, how are you today? How are your elves today? Is my sister an elf? I should be on the nice list because I help with my siblings every time they are at my house. I also help clean the house. Things I want: a new scribble pad. Things for others: A rocking hour for my brother. Santa should watch out for my puppy who is only a month old on Christmas Eve. Have a good flight Santa.

Sincerely, Teagan Bashaw Dear Santa, Hi, how are you? Are you ready for Christmas?

I think I should be on the nice list.

First, I helped my brother Luke. I play with my siblings. For Christmas, I want an RC car, $10, Zapdos EX box, some books, and a Lego race car. My dad would like some Sour Patch Kids. My mom would like a clean car and a clean house. You should watch out for my big coffee table when you come out of the chimney.

Sincerely, William Holesinger

deer Santa? How is Mrs. Claus? How are the 2,000 elves, Santa? Annnd, have a good Christmas Santa Claus.

Happy Christmas to all and to all a good night.

Sincerely, Kash Munson Dear Santa, Hi Santa. I have a question: are you afraid of my dog? I help a lot. I like helping. I want 1000V. Give Mom more love. Watch out for the camera.

Sincerely, Jackson Bashaw

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LETTERS TO SANTA Dear Santa, Hi, how are you? What’s up? Are you ready for Christmas? Am I on the nice list this year? How are your reindeer doing? Things I want: a blue sliding mitt, a Marucci baseball glove, Bruce Bolts batting gloves, and fart spray. Next, my brother needs a new baseball bat, Dad wants an electric bike, and Mom a helmet.

Watch out for Bailey. If she finds you, pet her. If Jaxon finds you, throw a ball on the fireplace.

Sincerely, Oliver Nehrkorn Dear Santa, Are you and the reindeer doing ok?

Are you guys ready for Christmas?

The reason I should be on the nice list is that I’ve been holding the door open for people. Some things I want for Christmas are a computer, watch, sports cards, phone, go cart, to have a good Christmas, and some Lego sets. I want my family to have a good Christmas. I hope we have another blizzard.

By the way, watch out for my dog.

Sincerely, Mason Dugger Dear Santa, Hi! Is it ok if I ask you a few questions? Ok here goes nothing, have you been good? Have the elves been good?

How many cookies do you eat a year?

Here is some stuff that I have been helping with, my sister and my dad get better. Here is one thing my mom will want, some crafts. Here is some stuff I want, a Magic Mixie, for everyone in the world to be healthy, and for all the poor people to have a home. One thing you should watch out for is big trees so you don’t get hurt Sincerely, Luna Tilly P.S. Watch out for squeaky parts on the floor because you might wake up my sister.

Dear Santa, Hi, how are the reindeer? Is Rudolph ready? How much will you get me this year? I understand if I don’t get everything this year. I think I’m on the nice list this year. Helping mom with stuff around the house. I would like 2k25 for xbox1, Madden 25 for xbox1, Gran Trizmo7 for Xbox1, a soft blanket, socks, an ice hype fire bat, a Nerf gun, sweatshirts, shoes, and leggings.

My brother wants sweatshirts, pants, 2k25 for PS5. Behave on Christmas.

Thank you, Santa.

Sincerely, Jace Haas Dear Santa, Hi Santa! I have a few questions for you. Here I go Santa. How do you take care of all the reindeer? Are the elves being good? Santa, I want to tell you all the good deeds I did this year. I did chores. I helped a little girl when she was stuck on the dome here at school when I had a broken wrist. Hey Santa, can I tell you some things my family wants? Mom wants socks and a heated blanket. Dad wants things to work on the house. Teagan wants art supplies, a drone, and a snake. I want my family to be happy, books, art supplies, plaster molds, and plaster. Can I tell you it might be a good idea to bring Teddy some toys but don’t bring soft toys.

Hard toys are good because he can rip soft toys apart in one second. Bye, Santa. Merry Christmas.

Sincerely, Harper Clenney Dear Santa, Hi Santa! I hope it’s okay if I can ask a few questions. How are your reindeer doing? Do kids need to be good all year to get presents? Are you getting ready for Christmas already? You are going to be so surprised when I tell you all the good deeds I’ve done! I think I’m on the good list because at recess since my friend broke her wrist. I stayed with her because I know the teacher said she can’t play. Another good deed I’ve done is whenever my sister is sad I try to make her feel better. And when my parents yell at my baby sister I give her a hug to make her feel better. What I want for Christmas is a journal, a drum set, and a pretend pet monkey. I think my sister Norah would like a box of geodes, and Corinne would like a fox stuffy. My baby sister, Lucy, would like a Minnie Mouse coloring book. My mom would like more supplies for her dried flower office at the shed, my dad would like a corn degeneration with his name on it for the Christmas tree.

Sincerely, Elise Lower P.S. Make sure you give the pets a present too and don’t make any loud noises or my dog will bark and bite you.

Have a good Christmas.

Dear Santa, Hi there, how are

the reindeer and the elves? Let’s start off with a question, how long is your beard? I have been good this year. To be good I have set the table and I have played with Harper. Harper wants a mini-safe like me. Dad would like a box of basketball cards and mom would like kitchen items. I would like a toy side-by-side with a trailer. Also 1:64 scale farm toys. Be quiet to not wake Harper up. Make sure to have a merry Christmas Santa.

Sincerely, Drake Noordhoff Dear Santa, Hi! How are you Santa? How are the reindeer doing, and how are the elves doing? How is Mrs. Claus? My good deeds are doing my chores and picking up garbage. I want a globe and cool to use to make a snowman. My brother wants a job before Christmas. You should watch out for my dog.

Sincerely, Declyn Beyer Dear Santa, How do you do Halloween? How is it going? How are the deer? Are you bringing Rudolph? How are you gonna get in? I was doing dishes and picking up. What I want is a Pc, phone, and for Mrs. Foltz to have a great day, PS5, toys, and her dog Miles to stop barking. Watch out for naughty kids that might booby trap you.

Sincerely, Carter Geesey Dear Santa, Hi! I have a few questions for you.

How long is your beard? How many reindeer do you have? How many suits do you have? Here are some good deeds I have done. I have helped mom bake and fold laundry. I have helped Dad make fruit salad. My sister would like a Miniature Goldendoodle and I would like a puppet for Christmas.

Thank you.

Sincerely, Blythe Roethe Dear Santa, Hi Santa, are you taking good care of the reindeer? I want to be on the nice list because I was a good boy. And one more thing, how are the reindeer doing? So, I want a Hot Wheels track and Hot Wheels cars! And the thing for others is my big brother wants a tractor setup. And Santa, remember to give my family presents too!

Sincerely, Ashton Remrey Dear Santa, Hi, how are you? How

are the elves doing? I have been good. I help clean my room. I do my homework.

For Christmas, I want some new clothes.

I would like a doll. My dog would like some treats. I hope you have a nice holiday.

Sincerely, Andrea Ibarra Dear Santa, I am so happy for Christmas. How is Comet doing? He is my favorite reindeer. Santa, I think have been good because I help my brother with stuff and I help other people. So, if I’m on the nice list, I want sports cards, a VR headset, and a lot of football Jerseys and basketball Jerseys. And of course, a German Shepard dog for Christmas.

You are awesome because you make everybody the stuff they want. You really make people`s day Santa.

Sincerely, Aiden Randecker Dear Santa, Can I ask you a question? Here are my questions. How old are you? How do you get all of the magic to fly the sleigh? How are you so nice? What’s your favorite color? Here’s what I think can put me on the nice list. I helped Hannah and I helped my friends too. I also play with everybody if they ask me. I also help carry stuff for people. Here are the things I want for Christmas, an otter blanket, phone, stitch, camera, books, dinosaur, otter shoes, math book, clothes, stickers, computer, markers, makeup, and stuffed animals. Things I want for others: cows, games, otters, dinosaurs, a clean house, and good children. You need to be careful about my mean cat.

Sincerely, Aaliyah Heisler Dear Santa, Hi, Santa! How are you? I have two questions for you, 1, Do you celebrate holidays? 2, Do you have children? Do you want to know something I did good? I hope you do because I’m going to tell you. I cleaned my room on 10/22/24 without being asked. Things I want are a pack of gum, friendship necklaces for me, Aaliyah and Luna, and a mug for my whole family. You better watch out for my barking dog, so if you wake me up, don’t say I didn’t warn you. Oh, and don’t forget to get her some new toys. Oh, and don’t forget I spelled Mediterranean right on my spelling test. Bye! Love, Hannah Gitz

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LETTERS TO SANTA FORRESTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FORRESTON Ms. Genandt’s

First-grade class

Dear Santa, How is Roudooff? Can I please have a cande mushen, a tv and Super Moreo Bildrs for Christmas? My big sistr would like a helo kide stufe!

Huxley Carr Dear Santa, How is Rudulph? Can I please have pokemon cards, nerf guns and a xbox for Christmas? My guinea pig would like a new toy. Thank you Santa!

Mason Mecum Dear Santa, How old are you? How is Mrs. Claus? Can I please have a stich stufe and a brbeyhous and a huj elephint that is soft? My bruthr wants a min-

craft stufe and a huj mincraft stufy. Oh and that’s not all the toys so don’t stop thar I have moor presents.

Joella Meyer Dear Santa, Can I please have an ipad, cichin playset and an electric car for Christmas? Can you give my bruther a dog?

Thanks Santa! I love my teacher!

Lydia Garnhart Dear Santa, How is Mis Clos dooin? Can I please have a PS5, 2K25 and Madin 25 for Christmas? My bruther wants Grand Theft Auto 5.

Mattix Leombruni

hedgehog. Can I please have a laptop, a cleen room and candee for Christmas?

Lillian Miller Dear Santa, How am I doing? Can I please have a bike and a playstation and cande for Christmas? My bruthr wants toys for Christmas.

Jace Vails Dear Santa, Haw is rootof dooing? Can I please have a art set, scwoshmalo and a barbe for Christmas? My sister wonts a stuft anml. Thank you Santa!

Trinity Quenzer

Dear Santa, How are your elves? Can I please have toys, a computer and a barbie for Christmas? My sister would like a stuffed animal.

Abigail Urbina

Dear Santa, How do the elvs make the toys? Can I please have a minecrath gift card, minecrath plush, and a new bike for Christmas? My bruthr wants super mario stuf. Thank you Santa!

Maverick Lawson

Dear Santa, How are you doin? Can I please have a new bike and a tv and 7 dolls for Christmas? My daddy wants a clen haus for Christmas. Thank you Santa!

Emily Hartline

Dear Santa, How is roudoff? Can I please have pip viper sunglasses and a playstation and a watch for Christmas? My sister wants an iphone. Thank you!

Korbin Wirsing

Dear Santa, How old are you? Don’t you ride in a cariage with horses? My sister wants a

Dear Santa, How mane elvs do you hav? Can I please have a toy solder set, helicopter

and toy tank for Christmas? Mom would like a baking set. Thank you Santa!

Joseph Modlinger Dear Santa, Can I have an elf on the shelf? Can I please have an i fone, lambrgenee and led lits for Christmas? Can my mom have a bune for Christmas?

Allie Sasscer Dear Santa, How are you doing and my elf Bare doing? Can I please have a purple V-bukx and a ps4 gift kard for Christmas? My babee cousin would like a toy! Please Santa!

Kaleb Zayed Dear Santa, How meny Elvs do you have? Can I please have a fishing rod, drag hot weels and a basebol bat and gluvs for Christmas? Can my sister have a necklic? Thank you for all the things you did for me.

Greysen Peters Dear Santa, How mene Elvs do you have? Can I please have frm trucks, boxing toys and Nas trucks for Christmas? Can my babe sistr have a new power wheel?

Nathan Countryman

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LETTERS TO SANTA

Mrs. Joy’s

First-grade class

Dear Santa, How are the reindeer? Can I please have a pupee? Will you bring me a byke? My sister woule like a Stufee.

Love, Elizabeth Dear Santa, How is Mrs. Claus? Can I please have a Bitzee and a puppy and a outside cat? Could you please bring my mom a green book?

Love, Griffin Dear Santa, How are you? Can I please have a culuring book and mrkrs? My mom

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will like a Chrismus book. Thank you!

Love, Presley Dear Santa, How are you? How is Mrs. Claus?

Do you have children? How do you get here? I wish you a Merry Christmas.

My dad would like a stake to eet. Can I please have a randeer? Can you get me a cat and a berd hos Santa? My mom would like a dnkee.

Thank you, Maryn Dear Santa, How are you? Can I please have a Mel Minyn set and a Play Stashin 5?

My uncls want X-Box games for Christmas. My dad wants a fryin pan and my mom wants a book.

Love, Owen Dear Santa, How are the elves being? Can I please have noushoos? Will you bring me a math buck? Could you please bring my bruthr a rase car? Thank you.

Love, Lee

My dad a book? Could you please bring my mom a book?

Love, Brooklyn Dear Santa, How is Mrs. Claus? Can I please have a bic? Can I please have a fon? My sister wants Brbees.

Love, Grady Dear Santa, How are you? How is Mrs. Claus?

Can I have a PS 5 and can I have a Xes Box? Could you please bring my mom a pot?

Thank you, Wyatt Dear Santa, How are you? Can I please have a Baribe Dream House and a Kendl reader and a horse? Could you please bring my mom a book and my dad a skrow driver?

Thank you, have a great Christmas!

Juliah

Dear Santa, How are the reindeer? How are you? Can I please have a bunny and a kiddy for Christmas? Could you please bring my sisdrs a doll? Thank you.

Love, McKinley Dear Santa, How are you? How is Mrs. Claus?

Can I please have a calreg book and markers? Could you please bring my mom a book? Thank you, Love, Blakely Dear Santa, How are the reindeer? Do you have children? Can I please have a scidlodr with a lwnmwr and bukit? My mom would like a famlee gathering.

Love, Allan Dear Santa, How are you? Do you have children? Can I please have aalrmclok and a wtch and a Caseesgftcrd?

Love, George

Dear Santa, How are the reindeer? Can I please have a AmrkinGrl Dol and AmrkinGrl Dol stuf? My sistr would like a book.

Dear Santa, How is Mrs. Claus? Can I please have a big nome? Can I please have a puppee? Could you bring my brother Luke a PS4?

Thank you, Zach

Dear Santa, How are you? How is Mrs. Claus?

Will you bring me a cat? Can I have a lwnmwr and a PS 5? Could you please bring my brother a Case toy truk?

Love, Cade

Dear Santa, I want Santa to bring me a doll house and a talking bear.

Brenlee

Dear Santa, I want a cool stuffy and toys in a toilet.

Wyatt

Dear Santa, I want Santa to bring me a toy doctor set.”

Luxley

Dear Santa, I want a talking stuffed animal puppy with a towel and a Barbie house with a toy bed.

Charlotte

Dear Santa, I want a wizard with a skateboard.

RJ

Dear Santa, I want a puppy dog that talks.

Jack

Dear Santa, I want Santa to bring me a Barbie dreamhouse with a car.

Hadley

Dear Santa, I want more squishmallows!

Kylie Dear Santa, I want two raptors that combine into an autoboot.

Waylon

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