For children across the globe, one of the many joys of the Holiday season is anticipating the arrival of Santa Claus and his journey to deliver gifts waiting under the tree on Christmas morning.

With over 2 billion homes around the world and only so much time to complete the task, the "North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD)" has given children the opportunity to not only track Santa's progress in real-time but get involved in the action.

Through NORAD's "North Warning" radar System across 47 installations, along with satellites and fighter aircraft, the organization makes a point of checking the radar closely for indications of Santa Claus leaving the North Pole.

Every year, over 100,000 children call into NORAD in Colorado Springs, with volunteer's standing by on Christmas Eve to answer any Santa or holiday related questions and in a number of different languages.

Additionally, through its website, NORAD offers Santa's virtual North Pole Village, as well as a holiday countdown, games, a movie theater, holiday music, and a web store.

"There are screams and giggles and laughter," Sommers said.

The tracker also offers fun facts about Santa's journey, including the speed at which his sleigh is traveling, how many stops he made so far, and the amount of presents left, making the experience interactive for eager children.

A young boy ended up reaching the "Continental Air Defense Command," which is now NORAD, asking to speak with Saint Nick while reciting his wish list.

Colonel Harry Shoup, an officer on duty, decided to play into the mistaken phone call and reassured the child he would keep a look out for his whereabouts through their radar system.

From that moment on, 50 different callers followed a day, and a new tradition was born. Combining a little holiday magic and technology, NORAD continues to bring joy, Christmas spirit, and new excitement for children worldwide to look forward to.