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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think it's kind of sad that so many people want their kid to outgrow the Santa thing (2nd grade?!) or think that a 10 year of who still believes is "not that smart." Why do you want your kids to lose all innocence at such a young age?[/quote]

:roll:  here we go with that innocence crap again. There comes a point where believing in these things or extreme innocence can be problematic or detrimental for a kid. Santa and the tooth fairy are fun, but there comes a time when it's time for those things to be put away it usually happens around 7 or 8. 10 is really pushing it. 
Maturation is an important step in development. Your kid can still enjoy fantasy and imagination, but being able to differentiate  between real and pretend is an important milestone.

Being forced or pressured  to remain "innocent"  so mom and dad can keep their  baby can cause problems for kids as they age.

This is why I'm against elaborate schemes  and stories for Santa and the Tooth Fairy- do it let it be fun, but don't squash all room for doubt and growth.[/quote]

I didn't say anything about "forced" innocence for the parents' benefit - that would be ridiculous and unfair. I'm talking about those who are annoyed that their second grade child still believes in Santa because it's time to grow up already, at age seven. Or those who feel that a 10 year old who still wants to hang on to the idea of magic instead of becoming an instant teenager is "not that smart." Let children enjoy childhood and yes, as they mature encourage their questioning, doubting, and critical thinking. But don't belittle them for being children. [/quote]

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