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Reviewed by Kristine Zimmerman for Readers' Favorite
Secret Santa Claus Club by Jeff Janke is destined to become a family tradition handed down for generations. The story follows a young girl starting at age four as she shares her Christmas memories. Her first magical Christmas gift is a brand-new bike from Santa Claus. As she grows older, she talks about visiting Santa and leaving him treats. When she reaches her ninth and tenth Christmas, she begins to wonder if Santa is real. When she asks her parents to tell her the truth, they share the facts with her but also the sincere meaning behind being the jolly old elf. They invite her to join the Secret Santa Claus Club so that she can share the magic of Christmas with others.
Inevitably, kids will question the truth about Santa Claus. Jeff Janke's Secret Santa Claus Club is a beautiful and original story to read with kids as they learn the actual identity of St. Nick. Janke captures the true magic of Santa Claus and Christmas, which is giving to others. Older siblings will be excited to join the secret club to keep the magic alive for their younger brothers and sisters. The illustrations by Jim Starr are exquisite. The scenes are filled with warm, rich colors and details. The cover, with a closeup of Santa's belt bearing the initials SSCC, will make the presentation of this book to the next member of the Secret Santa Claus Club feel very special. Secret Santa Claus Club is a delightful way to ensure the spirit of Santa Claus endures for generations to come.
