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I told my kids when they were 8 and 10. They asked the appropriate questions, and I gave them the appropriate answers. I disagree with parents who consider it a lie which must someday be exposed -- Santa is a great metaphor for selfless giving and living the golden rule. Santa is as alive as parents make it. My kids have been told of Santa's metaphysical state, but the belief is as strong as ever. I have been pleasantly surprised for a few years that they clearly know of the myth, but live and enjoy and look forward to the tradition and the story. Come on, parents, use some imagination! Santa doesn't have to be an inevitable letdown!
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