by A snow-fort builder in Denver asks the cost of Santa photos, what the Rocky Mountains are, and what a state capital is
A Letter to Santa from Denver, Colorado
Dear Santa,
Hi Santa! My name is Mason and I am 8 years old. I live in Denver, Colorado, the Mile High City, with the Rocky Mountains rising right behind it. I love skiing and building snow forts. My question is: how much are Santa Claus pictures? I want to get my photo with you! My geography question is: what are the Rocky Mountains? And my social studies question is: what is a state capital, and what happens there? Thanks, Santa!
Love, Mason (age 8)
Santa’s Reply
Ho ho ho, hello Mason! A snow-fort builder in the Mile High City is my kind of fellow. Now, the photo people at malls and markets usually charge a small fee for a printed picture, and the price changes from place to place, so it is wise to ask your parents to check first. Some special events even take photos for free or to raise money for a good cause, which warms my heart. But remember, the best part, a smile and a hug from me, is always free of charge. The photo is just a keepsake of the joy.
Your geography question: the Rocky Mountains
The Rocky Mountains are a long, towering chain of mountains that run down the western part of your own United States, including right past your Denver. Their snowy peaks are perfect for skiing, just as you enjoy, and they are home to elk, bears, and eagles. They stretch for thousands of miles across the continent. Read more at National Geographic Kids.
Your social studies question: a state capital
A state capital is the city where a state’s government works, and your own Denver is the capital of Colorado. In the capital, leaders meet in a grand building, often with a dome, to make the rules and decisions for the whole state. Every state has one capital city where this important work happens. Explore more at Britannica Kids.
Build a mighty snow fort for me, Mason. Yours warmly from the North Pole, Santa Claus.
