The Day I Met Santa

A young Black boy has always seen Santa the same way. In books and movies and holiday decorations Santa is always the man with rosy cheeks and a long white beard. The boy enjoys the idea of Santa but something never feels right. Deep down he does not believe because none of those Santas look like him or his family.One day he goes to the barbershop. While waiting he meets a man who is kind warm and full of joy. The man notices him encourages him and gives him a smile that feels real. Nothing magical happens in that moment yet the boy feels seen in a way he never has before.A few days later he visits the mall. There in the big chair dressed in a red suit is the very same man. This time he is Santa. A Black Santa. The boy stares in wonder. For the first time the magic of Christmas feels true.This story is more than a holiday tale. It celebrates identity belonging and the joy of recognizing yourself in the traditions and stories that shape childhood. It shows how belief can grow when love and representation come together in simple but powerful ways.Perfect for families and classrooms this book invites children and adults to see the season through fresh eyes. It reminds us that magic is not only about gifts or decorations. It is about being seen being valued and believing in what is possible.