First lady Melania Trump brought cheer to young patients and their families at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C. Friday.

Two patients escorted her into the festively decorated atrium at Children’s National hospital in Washington.

The first lady sat in a big red chair in front of a large Christmas tree and read, “How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney,” by Mac Barnett. She told the children she hopes Santa visits and “gives you a lot of toys.” “I wish you a lot of strength,” Trump said.

She made small talk with the children in the audience before departing and said “Merry Christmas” as she left. She also was to make private visits with children in the hematology/oncology wing.