I can’t remember a holiday season where I was this excited about all the new Christmas books showing up on my doorstep. When I say these are some of the best, I mean it! Whimsical characters, bright and beautiful illustrations and meaningful storylines – these are all truly something to be excited about. Grab a couple from the list and add to your family’s Christmas collection. I promise you won’t be disappointed!
Christmas Day Cheer by Deb Adamson
Join a sweet mouse family as they deck the halls for the holidays. With sweet rhymes and adorable illustrations this is the perfect Golden Book addition to your little one’s holiday book collection.
Little Reindeer, Where are You? by Nosy Crow Ltd
With mirrors, flaps, rhymes and lots of color this is the board book your baby will be grabbing over and over again this holiday season. This would make such a fun gift for a friend, grandchild or any little one in your life!
My Big Playbook Christmas by Nosy Crow Ltd
The large size alone will draw your toddler in, but then upon opening the book and finding flaps, mirrors, textures and vibrant illustrations they will thrilled! This book introduces early holiday vocabulary, numbers and colors in the most exciting way!
Letters From the North Pole by Annie Atkins
This is one of those holiday books your children will remember forever. 5 children from around the world write to santa with their Christmas wishes. In response, this interactive book includes 5 actual letters from Santa that can be pulled out from the envelope, each revealing secrets and answering questions about the North Pole! This is a true family keepsake!
‘Tis the Season by Richard Jones
This advent calendar book includes flaps, beautiful illustrations and poems to be read each day of the season. This is a special read meant to be shared together as a family and creating something special for your little one to look forward to each day of advent!
Dasher and the Polar Bear by Matt Tavares
This heartwarming story follows Dasher, the beloved reindeer, and his new friend George the polar bear, on a magical winter adventure. When George dreams of soaring through the sky like a reindeer, Dasher sets out to make his wish come true — reminding readers that friendship and kindness can make anything possible.
Mr. Willowby’s Head Over Heels Christmas by Robert Barry
This is a charming holiday picture book that celebrates generosity, community, and the joy of giving. When Mr. Willoby receives a magnificent Christmas hat that’s far too big for him, it sets off a heartwarming chain of events as the hat is shared and reshaped for those in need. With playful rhyming text and whimsical illustrations, the story gently shows how small acts of kindness can grow into something magical during the holiday season. Discovered as a long-lost manuscript, this timeless tale feels like an unexpected present for readers to treasure.
Secrets From the North Pole by Saskia Gwinn
There are so many questions about Santa, his reindeer and the North Pole and who better to answer them than Santa’s head elf Ivy Everjingle? Join Ivy as they take you on a tour of Santa’s home and explains everything from the science behind reindeer flight to the design of Santa’s suit. This book will have teach kids and grownups everything they need to know about the special place!
Listen to the Music at Christmas by Mary Richards
We can’t think of a better way to bring magic to the season than through music. This interactive book includes push buttons with traditional recordings of classic holiday songs. The story follows Pip and Sammy on a magical journey around the world revealing Christmas traditions from as close as New York City and as far as Argentina. A beautiful way to learn how others celebrate Christmas!
Joy to the Whole World by Lucy Brownridge
This book will captivate your child with 144 flaps revealing surprises and lessons about all the different ways children around the world celebrate Christmas. A lovely reminder about celebrating differences and culture, each beautiful page reveals dishes, decorations and symbols of Christmas from 10 different countries.
Looking for the best book suggestions for your child to enjoy all year round? Click here to find my monthly love letter sent to young readers with books they will be thrilled to read! This would make the best gift for children ages 0-12!
And just in case these posts would be helpful with holiday shopping…
- The Ultimate Interest Based Gift Guide for Kids 0-8
- 12 Days of Christmas Books for All Ages
- Gifts I Would Wish for if I Didn’t Already Have Them
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