Our kids don't actually walk around without shoes all day. We
have a tradition called 'sinterklaas', kind of familiar to
Christmas. We celebrate the birthday of Saint Nicholas. The
children put one of their shoes under the chimney or next to a door
and sing a 'sinterklaas song' just before they go to bed. The
'servants' of Saint Nicholas will then put a present in the shoe
while everybody's asleep. The servant in this case are the parents
that also bought the presents.
Related Q&A：
Why do the children in Holland put out their shoes in Holland？-Well, you know, in Holland, it's a charming tradition for children to put out their shoes. They do this because they believe that Saint Nicholas, or Sinterklaas as they call him, will come during the night and fill their shoes with treats and small gifts. Oh my goodness, it's just so exciting for them! They can't wait to wake up and see what surprises are waiting in their shoes. It's like a magical moment and a part of the wonderful holiday spirit. Isn't that just the cutest thing?
