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Santa Spreads Holiday Cheer at °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÀúÊ·¼Ç¼ Infant and Preschool Center

December 17, 2024


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MACOMB, IL - - The holiday season got a little brighter at the °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÀúÊ·¼Ç¼ Infant and Preschool Center when Santa Claus himself made a special visit on December 5. His arrival was met with excitement, joy and plenty of smiles from the children, who eagerly welcomed the jolly visitor.

Santa kicked off his visit by singing festive songs with the children, spreading holiday cheer throughout the center. He also delivered an important health reminder, inspecting little hands to ensure they were clean and reminding the kids, "Fingers are not for picking noses!"

The fun continued as Santa read a story to the group, adding a touch of magic to storytime. Each child then had the opportunity to sit on Santa's lap, share their holiday wishes, and pose for a cherished keepsake photo.

As a token of his generosity, Santa gave every child a small stuffed animal – with a choice of a moose, penguin or dog. The classrooms also received a special treat from Santa: a large box of goldfish crackers, sure to bring smiles during snack time.

°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÀúÊ·¼Ç¼'s Infant and Preschool Center takes pride in creating meaningful, enriching experiences for the children and Santa's annual visit is a perfect way to kick off the holiday festivities.

For more information about the °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÀúÊ·¼Ç¼ Infant and Preschool Center, visit wiu.edu/coehs/preschool/.

Happy Holidays from the °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²ÊÀúÊ·¼Ç¼ community!

Posted By: University Communications (U-Communications@wiu.edu)
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