In "The Saint Who Became Santa Claus" Evelyn Bence explains the life and legend of St. Nicholas and how it evolved into the concept of Santa Clause in many parts of the world. Beautifully illustrated by Cassandre Maxwell. 24 pages. Hardcover. Ages 4-6. Size: 5 3/4in x 8in.
Every Christmas, children around the world wait for St. Nicholas to visit their homes, secretly, at night. When they find gifts under their Christmas tree, they shout, "Santa Claus was here! Thank you, Santa Claus!"
But he doesn't want to be thanked. He only wants to show us how important it is to share what we have with others, and to thank God for all the gifts we receive.
Most of all, St. Nicholas wants us to thank God for the gift of the Christ Child, Jesus, who taught us how to love one another; and whose birth makes Christmas a very special day for all of us.
