by A gardener in Portland asks why Santa was created, the deepest lake in the USA, and why communities have farmers markets
A Letter to Santa from Portland, Oregon
Dear Santa,
Hi Santa! My name is Nora and I am 9 years old. I live in Portland, Oregon, a green, rainy city surrounded by tall forests and snowy peaks. I love gardening and visiting the farmers market with my dad. My question is: why was Santa Claus created? My geography question is: what is the deepest lake in the USA? And my social studies question is: why do communities have farmers markets? Thanks, Santa!
Love, Nora (age 9)
Santa’s Reply
Ho ho ho, hello Nora! A gardener who loves the farmers market has a generous spirit, which makes this answer perfect for you. I was created because people have always longed for a happy symbol of generosity, especially in the cold, dark middle of winter, when a little warmth and hope means the very most. The story of kind Saint Nicholas gave people exactly that comfort, and over the years it grew into cheerful me. In short, I was created to brighten the darkest, coldest time of the year with the warmth of giving.
Your geography question: the deepest lake in the USA
The deepest lake in your own United States is Crater Lake, found in your Oregon. It formed long ago when a volcano collapsed and slowly filled with rain and snow, creating water of an astonishing deep blue. It is so deep and so clear that it looks almost magical. Read more at National Geographic Kids.
Your social studies question: farmers markets
A farmers market is a place where local farmers sell their fresh fruits, vegetables, and goods directly to the people in their community. Your own Portland is famous for them. Farmers markets help families buy fresh, healthy food, support hardworking local growers, and bring neighbors together in a friendly, bustling spot. Explore more at Britannica Kids.
Grow something lovely for me, Nora. Yours warmly from the North Pole, Santa Claus.
