The Christmas season is a wonderful time to snuggle close to loved ones and share a book together.
Childrens Christmas books
Llama Llama Jingle Bellswas written and illustrated by Anna Dewdney.
The very simple text is accompanied by colorful illustrations done in Dewdneys signature style.
The Itsy Bitsy Reindeerwas written by Jeffrey Burton and illustrated by Sanja Rescek.
The bright illustrations will entertain young ones, while they enjoy the familiar rhyme.
Merry Christmas, Mouse!was written by Laura Numeroff and illustrated by Felicia Bond.
This festive board book stars the character from the popular story If You Give a Mouse a Cookie.
Kids can count along with Mouse as he adds different ornaments to his Christmas tree.
Where Is Babys Christmas Present?was written and illustrated by Karen Katz.
This festive lift the flap book encourages kids to help Baby search for her Christmas present.
Christmas in the Mangerwas written by Nola Buck and illustrated by Felicia Bond.
This colorful board book introduces the youngest readers to the Christmas story.
Christmas ABCwas illustrated by Jannie Ho.
This colorful board books is a simple introduction to the traditions and symbols of the Christmas season.
Each page showcases a letter of the alphabet and pairing it with a Christmas themed symbol.
Celebrating Christmas Around the World
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Lucia Morning in Swedenwas written by Ewa Rydaker and illustrated by Carina Stahlberg.
This story introduces readers to the traditions of St. Lucia Day through the eyes of a family in Sweden.
The Legend of the Poinsettiawas written and illustrated by Tomie dePaola.
When her plans go awry, she gathers weeds from outside.
This beautiful tale is accompanied by bold and colorful illustrations done in dePaolas signature style.
Babushka: A Christmas Talewas written by Dawn Casey and illustrated by Amanda Hall.
Cobweb Christmas: The Tradition of Tinselwas written by Shirley Climo and illustrated by Jane Manning.
This German folktale tells the story behind the tradition of tinsel on Christmas trees.
Everyone wants to see the beautiful decorations on Tantes Christmas tree each year.
Even the spiders that she sweeps out of her house.
When a late night visitor on Christmas Eve lets them in, they spin beautiful decorations all over.
The sweet story is accompanied by warm and inviting illustrations.
Books about Santa
How Santa Got His Jobwas written by Stephen Krensky and illustrated by S.D.
How to Catch Santawas written by Jean Reagan and illustrated Lee Wildish.
For curious kids, this hilarious guide to catching Santa is sure to be a hit.
The colorful and creative illustrations are full of funny jokes and tidbits that both kids and parents will love.
Polar Expresswas written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg.
The ending of the story provides a sense of wonder that is unique the Christmas holiday.
The story is accompanied by beautiful illustrations that encompass the joy and excitement of the holiday season.
Try these fun activities to bring The Polar Express to life!
Santas Magic Keywas written by Eric James and illustrated Simon Mendez.
The book includes a lovely key for you to use for your own Christmas celebrations.
Here Comes Santa Catwas written by Deborah Underwood and illustrated by Claudia Rueda.
This hilarious story follows a conversation between the narrator and the trouble-making cat who speaks only through illustrated signs.
He discovers it is harder than he thought and learns some important lessons along the way.
The illustrations are simple, but fantastic at showing Cats emotions and thoughts through his expressions.
Christmas Books about Elves
The Littlest Elfwas written by Brandi Dougherty and illustrated by Kirsten Richards.
This sweet story follows Oliver, the littlest elf at the North Pole.
Oliver has trouble finding the right place for himself at the North Pole.
The Little Christmas Elfwas written by Nikki Shannon Smith and illustrated by Susan Mitchell.
She struggles to keep up, but Santa encourages her not to give up.
The sweet ending offers an important lesson about perseverance, and the ability of everyone to make a difference.
Memoirs of an Elfwas written by Devin Scillian and illustrated by Tim Bowers.
Join three elves as they help Santa to get ready to deliver presents all over the world.
Elf in the Housewas written by Ammi-Joan Paquette and illustrated by Adam Record.
Get kids moving with these fun activities paired with Elf in the House!
This tale follows two small mice as they search for the King coming to Bethlehem.
God Gave Us Christmaswas written by Lisa Tawn Bergren and illustrated by David Hohn.
When Little Cub asks his mother who invented Christmas, his mother explains how God gave us Christmas.
The sweet story is accompanied by bright and colorful illustrations of the adorable bear family.
This adorable rhyming story follows animal families as they celebrate Christmas with a variety of fun activities.
The vivid illustrations are inviting and engaging, showcasing the adorable animals and the love of family.
The Legend of the Candy Canewas written by Lori Walburg and illustrated by James Bernardin.
When a stranger comes to a small town and begins to set up a storefront, everyone is curious.
A small girl ventures over to help him and discovers that he is opening a candy shop.
As she helps him set up, she discovers a box of candy canes and asks him about them.
Christmas Printables
Looking for ideas for fun Christmas learning with free Christmas printables?
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You will love these huge, free printable packs for December!
