TOP 30 Christmas Books For Kids
- Creative Kids Channel
- Nov 19
- 7 min read
Christmas is just around the corner, and it's an incredibly exciting time for both children and adults!
To get you into the festive spirit, we've created a list of the best books for your young ones.
Keep in mind that these selections are made solely based on our own preferences, and we have not received any compensation. However, as Amazon associates, we may earn a small commission.
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1. The Jolly Christmas Postman
The amazing, award-winning tale of The Jolly Christmas Postman, packed with surprises, has been a hit with kids for generations, making it a perfect Christmas Eve bedtime story!
Age: 3 - 6
2. I Love You More Than Christmas
From the bestselling illustrator of 'I Love You to the Moon and Back,' here's a heartwarming Christmas story with cute bears—ideal for little ones and a cozy holiday read!
Age: 2 - 6
3. Little Red Sleigh
The Little Red Sleigh has a big dream – to be Santa's red sleigh! Despite being told she's too small and too young, she's determined to make it happen this Christmas, with a little help from her friends. This heartwarming children's Christmas book brims with winter joy and holiday magic, reminding kids that believing can make dreams come true.
Age: 4 - 9
4. Through the North Pole Snow
One cold night, a small fox goes into a cozy house and makes friends with a kind, bearded man. They get ready for Christmas together, and on that special night, the fox finds out who her new friend really is!
Age: 3 - 7
5. The Twelve Cats of Christmas
Whether it's chasing ribbons, making a mess with wrapping paper, or climbing the Christmas tree, these adorable and mischievous kitties will teach readers of all ages how to have a fun holiday, just like cats do! With festive pictures and words that make you want to read—or sing!—out loud, this charming Christmas book is sure to make everyone smile.
Age: 4 - 7
6. How Winston Delivered Christmas: A Christmas Story in Twenty-Four-and-a-Half Chapters
Winston the mouse has a big job on Christmas Eve. He finds a letter to Santa that was left behind, so he decides to deliver it himself before Christmas Day. During his adventure, he makes new friends. The story is divided into twenty-four-and-a-half chapters, one for each day before Christmas. Each chapter has a fun activity for families to do together, like writing a letter to Santa, baking pies, making cards, and more!
Age: 4 - 8
7. The Story Orchestra: The Nutcracker: Press the Note to Hear Tchaikovsky's Music
Come along with Clara on a special Christmas adventure! This musical version of The Nutcracker ballet lets you hear the orchestra playing Tchaikovsky's music by pushing a button on each pretty scene.
Age: 6 - 9
8. Christmas Is Coming! An Advent Book
Count down to Christmas with daily surprises in this unique advent book. Lift the cover flaps to reveal festive activities, recipes, crafts, games, carols, and stories for family fun year after year.
Age: 4 - 8
9. The Christmas Owl
When people cut down Little Owl's home for a Christmas tree, she's not so sure about Christmas. But when she wakes up in the Big City with her tree, she learns what Christmas is all about!
Age: 3 - 5
10. The Crayons' Christmas
'Tis the season for all of us to write our Christmas wish lists. But everyone knows – even the Crayons – that the best presents are the ones that you give. In this unique book, readers join in as Duncan, the Crayons and their families celebrate the festive season. With real, folded letters to pull from their envelopes and read, games, press-out ornaments, a poster and a pop-up tree, this book is the perfect gift for fans of The Day the Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home.
Age: 4 - 9
11. The Christmasaurus
The Christmasaurus really wants to fly with Santa on Christmas Eve, but it's not easy. With Santa's help, he tries, but it's hard. One special Christmas, he falls down a chimney and meets a boy who loves dinosaurs. That boy teaches him about believing in magic!
Age: 2 - 6
12. The Polar Express
On a late Christmas Eve, when everyone in town is asleep, a boy finds a mysterious train waiting for him – the Polar Express, heading to the North Pole. When he reaches the North Pole, Santa tells him he can have any gift he wants. The boy asks for a bell from one of the reindeer's harnesses. This bell is very special because only those who truly believe in Santa can hear it ring!
Age: 3 - 7
13. How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
The Grinch is the grumpiest creature you'll ever come across, with a heart as small as can be. He despises Christmas and all the holiday cheer. But when he schemes to steal Christmas away, he's in for quite the surprise!
Age: 3 - 7
14. Santa Sound Book
Step inside the magical world of Santa's workshop as you press the buttons on this enchantingly illustrated book to hear elves making toys, reindeer bells jingling, Christmas music playing, and Santa's sleigh whooshing off into the night sky at the end.
Age: 1 - 2
15. Charlotte and the Nutcracker: The True Story of a Girl Who Made Ballet History
This picture book is a new version of the classic Christmas story, mixing The Nutcracker with the real-life tale of Charlotte Nebres, a 12-year-old dancer who became the first Black girl to play Marie in the New York City Ballet's show.
Charlotte loves ballet and Christmas. When she's chosen to be Marie in The Nutcracker, she's really excited. But it takes a lot of practice and support from her families, her sister's encouragement, and seeing her parents in the audience to keep her going.
Age: 4 - 8
16. The Perfect Tree
Bunny wants to find the perfect Christmas tree. Her forest friends say it should be just her size, as bushy as Squirrel's tail, have a pointy top for a star, be very green, and smell like Christmas. But sometimes, the perfect tree is the one with friends nearby!
Age: 4 - 8
17. Winter Wonderland Sound Book
Step into a magical winter world with this fun sound book. Kids can press the pages to hear Christmas songs, birds singing, a crackling fire, and more. They'll also see cute scenes of animals ice-skating and decorating for Christmas. The book has easy words, peek-through holes, and trails for little fingers to follow!
Age: 1 - 3
18. Pick a Pine Tree
It's full of the joy of being with family during the holiday season. The story is easy to read out loud, and the warm and happy illustrations show all the fun of decorating the tree – finding ornaments, hanging tinsel, and turning on the twinkling fairy lights.
Age: 2 - 5
19. Squirrel's Snowman
In the snowy forest, the animals want to build a snowman. Will they find everything they need?
Age: 1 - 4
20. Robin Robin
One day, an egg falls out of a nest and lands in a garbage dump. Inside the egg is a baby robin. A family of mice who steal things finds the egg and takes care of the baby robin. As Robin grows up, she's not like the mice. She's not quite a bird, and she's not quite a mouse. But she's determined to show she can do great things. So, Robin goes on an adventure to prove herself and maybe even find a sandwich.
Age: 3 - 7
21. Mouse's Night Before Christmas
On Christmas Eve, a mouse living in a clock helps Santa find his way in a blizzard. They go on a magical sleigh ride delivering gifts!
Age: 3 - 6
22. Dear Santa
Lift the flaps to see what Santa's gift will be. Will it be the perfect present in the end?
Age: 1 - 3
23. The Snowman
On a cold winter day, a little boy builds a Snowman. When night falls and the stars twinkle, the Snowman comes to life! They take a magical journey through the nighttime sky, but as the sun rises, it's time to return home..
Age: 2 - 7
24. Last Stop on the Reindeer Express
Mia is missing her daddy and wants to send him a Christmas card. She discovers a magical mailbox at the Christmas market that transports her and the card to the Reindeer Express. Riding on a reindeer's back, Mia flies over enchanting places until they reach a cozy mountain lodge, where she meets someone special!
Age: 3 - 6
25. Pop-Up 'Twas The Night Before Christmas
Open this special book and see a short version of the famous poem come to life with magical pop-up scenes, like a pretty Christmas tree and Santa and his reindeer flying in the starry sky!
Age: 3 - 5
26. When Santa Came to Stay
When your Christmas cookies are too good, Santa decides to stay! At first, it's great: treats, toys, and reindeer fun every day. But soon, Mrs. Claus and Baby Claus arrive, followed by the Easter Bunny and her babies, causing chaos. By July, everyone's had enough. This family learns that Christmas is about more than gifts and sweets, and maybe there's a reason it's once a year.
Age: 4 - 7
27. Where Does Santa Go on Vacation?
The elves have parked the sleigh, and now Santa and Mrs. Claus want to have some fun. Do you think they'll go on an adventure or just stay home and relax?
Age: 1 - 4
28. The Christmas Pine
In a snowy forest, there's a little pine tree with a special dream: one day, it will become the famous Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square!
Age: 2 - 4
29. The Christmas Bear
When Father Christmas leaves to deliver presents, Bear gets stuck in the workshop! How will he get to Tom's house in time for Christmas morning?
Age: 1 - 3
30. The Christmasaurus and the Naughty List
This year, the Christmasaurus is on a mission to find children on the Naughty List and help them become nice!
Age: 5 - 10
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