Christmas is a busy time of the year. There is always so much to do and it seems like Christmas comes and goes quicker than you expect. To slow down and enjoy Christmas time more check out this list of the best Christmas books to read with kids.
Classic Stories
A young boy boards a magical train to the North Pole. The Polar Express makes its way to the city where the boy makes his Christmas wish. This is a story for all who believe in the spirit of Christmas.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
The night before Christmas the Grinch hatches a plan to ruin every Who Christmas in Whoville. But the Grinch learns an important lesson about the Christmas spirit in this classic tale.
The classic tale of Santa Clause visiting a house the night before Christmas.
The book of The Nutcracker follows the tale of the New York ballet’s production of the story.
Christmas Carols
The following books are based off of the classic Christmas carols. Dive deeper into the carols by reading these books with your little ones.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Reindeer
Dasher: How a Brave Little Doe Changed Christmas Forever
Dasher is an adventurous young reindeer with a wish in her heart. One day, Dasher follows her destiny in pursuit of the life she wants to live. It’s not long before she meets a nice man in a red suit with a horse-drawn sleigh.
Fritz is an excellent reindeer but he has one small problem. He has gas. And leading up to Christmas Eve, Santa must choose who will fly his sleigh. Will Fritz make the team?
Dot is the littlest reindeer in the North Pole. And her greatest wish is to help Santa pull his sleigh. But she can’t seem to fly the right way. No matter how hard she tries. Will Dot learn to fly?
Christmas Books to Read with Kids
Merry Christmas, Little Pookie
Little Pookie is our familiy favorite. I have been reading about Pookie to my kids for year. So I had to add this sweet book to the list! It’s Christmas Eve! Mom and her little Pookie are preparing for the merriest of holidays.
I Spy Christmas: A Book of Picture Riddles
This book isn’t a Christmas story to read with your kids. But it is a fun book you should include in your Christmas rotation. You’ll have fun with your kids searching for the hidden Christmas items.
Does your family has a tradition of making Christmas cookies? If so you’ll want to share this adorable story about cookie day.
The Little Red Sleigh has a big dream to become Santa’s big red sleigh! All her life, she’s been told reasons why her dream will never come true. But with the help of some friends, she’s determined to do the impossible.
A family visits a pine tree lot to pick out the perfect tree. Then the family brings it home, sets it up, unpacks decorations, and finds friends to help decorate it. With love the tree transforms from a pine tree to a Christmas tree!
Stinky Face loves Christmastime but he has a ton of questions. What if the Christmas tree is blown away? What if one of the reindeer gets his antlers stuck in the branches that hang over the roof? His Mama knows how to reassure him that Christmas will be magical!
It’s Christmas Eve and there is a trap set to catch an Elf. Will he be caught?
Get a different perspective of how the Grinch stole Christmas though his dog, Max.
Familiar Characters
Little Critter wants to be the best Christmas helper. When he makes a mistake, he has a good explanation. Little Critter has good intentions. But things don’t work out the way he planned!
The Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving
The cubs can’t wait for Christmas and all the presents they’ll open. But during the Christmas Eve pageant, something happens. The Bear cubs learn a lesson about the joy of giving to others.
The Berenstain Bears and the Christmas Angel
Christmas is almost here and there is snow in Bear Country. Brother, Sister, and Honey Bear are ready to build a snowbear until a snow angel gives the cubs a better idea.
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bell!
The old lady swallows a bell, bows, gifts, a sack, a sleigh, and some reindeer! She’s about to swallow a candy cane for dessert. But she hears a jolly Santa Claus who is waiting for a ride. Find out how she helps Santa.
Pete the Cat proves that giving your all in the spirit of Christmas is the totally groovy thing to do.
Start a Christmas Tradition
A fun Christmas tradition is to start is to wrap 24 Christmas books and using them as an advent calendar. The kids get to unwrap one book each night to read.
You’ll get to snuggle together each night enjoying a Christmas tale. 24 books are a lot so try borrowing some from the library. If you don’t already have that many.
I hope you enjoyed this list of the Best Christmas Books to read with kids. What are your favorite books to read with your kids at Christmastime? Let me know in the comments:)
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