Creates an opportunity for family bonding and shared memories
81
13
7
Creates a fun and magical holiday experience
80
13
7
Teaches the values of giving and generosity
74
14
12
Teaches the importance of being good and following the rules
69
18
13
Teaches the importance of patience and delayed gratification
63
21
16
Teaches a narrow and simplistic view of good and bad behavior
43
26
31
Promotes materialism and a focus on receiving presents
43
21
36
Detracts from the true religious meaning of Christmas
34
22
44
Reinforces stereotypes by often portraying Santa as a white man
29
27
44
Leads to feelings of mistrust and disappointment upon realizing he isn't real
24
26
50