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Jeff Janke

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Website

https://www.secretsantaclausclub.com/

Genre

Children's, Holiday, Children's Values

Member Since

November 2022

URL

https://www.goodreads.com/jeffjanke

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My name is Jeff Janke and I am the proud father to an amazing 12-year-old girl named River.

I kind of fell into this world of children's books. I don't consider myself an author, I'm simply a dad, and just like all parents, I'm eager to be the absolute best. I want to provide the happiest childhood possible, filled with magic and wonder, but I'm faced with decisions that challenge me constantly.

A few years ago, River's mom called me in a slight panic. River was hearing from other kids that Santa wasn't real. This presented an instant problem--one I had feared for years. Luckily, River still wanted to believe, so that bought us 12 months to come up with a solution. Out of necessity, I wrote a special book for River. And thanks to encouragem ...more

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When and How to Tell Children the Truth About Santa

As adults, we understand that Santa Claus is a symbol: a symbol for the spirit of selfless generosity and sacrifice which embodies the Holidays. We no longer need legends of a jolly old guy in a red suit to give us a sense of wonder and magic during December--we see it in the thoughtful gift given to us by a cherished friend, or in taking the time to perfectly wrap a present for a loved one. Sant

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Average rating: 4.71 · 17 ratings · 8 reviews · 3 distinct works • Similar authors

	Secret Santa Claus Club: A Tool to Help Parents Unwrap the Secret of Santa 4.69 avg rating — 16 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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