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Becoming Santa
by Springs Pacelli


What is the true meaning of Santa Claus? An inquisitive little girl named Savanah would like to know. Is it just about buying presents? In this unique and heartwarming story, Santa is not just a jolly old man in a red suit. As Savanah grows and learns about the true meaning of Christmas, she discovers that there is more to Santa than material goods. Join Savanah, and learn how the spirit of Christmas lives within all of us. Becoming Santa challenges the conventional notion of Santa Claus and encourages young readers to embrace the spirit of kindness and giving year-round.


Springs Pacelli is an author and a dedicated educator specializing in biology and environmental sciences, with a strong passion for conservation and women's empowerment. In 2024, she published her first children’s book, Sophie’s Imaginative Inventions (FriesenPress), a collaboration with her daughter. Becoming Santa, her second book, is based on the true story of how she shared the meaning of Christmas with her daughter, the real-life Savanah. She currently lives in Tampa, Florida with her husband, Roberto, daughter, Savanah, their two dogs, Coco Bear and Bear, and a cat named Bearclaw.


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Springs Pacelli
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