by A boy in Atlanta asks the runtime of The Santa Clause 2, what the Appalachians are, and who Dr. King was
A Letter to Santa from Atlanta, Georgia
Dear Santa,
Hi Santa! My name is Caleb and I am 8 years old. I live in Atlanta, Georgia, a busy southern city with peach trees and a famous aquarium. I love riding my bike and watching movies on movie night. My question is: how long is the movie The Santa Clause 2? I want to watch it with popcorn! My geography question is: what are the Appalachian Mountains? And my social studies question is: who was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.? Thanks, Santa!
Love, Caleb (age 8)
Santa’s Reply
Ho ho ho, hello Caleb! Movie night with popcorn is one of life’s great joys. The film The Santa Clause 2 runs for about an hour and forty-four minutes, so it makes a nice, cozy watch from start to finish. That gives you plenty of time to settle in, share the popcorn, and enjoy a little Christmas cheer on the screen. I must admit, I rarely get to watch movies about me, since I am always so busy in the workshop, but I hope you enjoy every merry minute of it.
Your geography question: the Appalachian Mountains
The Appalachian Mountains are an ancient, rolling mountain range that stretches down the eastern part of your own United States, including up into northern Georgia near your Atlanta. They are older and gentler than the tall, rocky western mountains, covered in green forests and misty ridges. Read more at National Geographic Kids.
Your social studies question: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a brave and important leader who was born in your own Atlanta. He worked peacefully for fairness and equal rights for all people, no matter the color of their skin, and his powerful, hopeful words helped change the country for the better. He is remembered and honored across America every year. Explore more at Britannica Kids.
Enjoy your popcorn for me, Caleb. Yours warmly from the North Pole, Santa Claus.
