10 Children’s Books for the Holidays That You May Not Have Heard of
As the Christmas season approaches, and snowflakes dance in the air, it's the perfect time to snuggle up with heartwarming tales with the kids. Here's a curated collection of winter stories that captivate young minds, offering delightful adventures and valuable lessons.-
Rupert’s Snowman by Phillipa Warden and Grace Ward
On a perfect winter day, Rupert has built the best snowman possible. The only problem? He can’t bear to leave his snowman all alone. Rupert will have to come up with a creative solution to save his new snow friend. Filled with delightful illustrations and written in a dyslexia friendly font, Rupert’s Snowman is a story any child can enjoy.
Age range: 3-5 years old
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Santa’s Story by Will Hillenbrand
It’s Christmas Eve, and Santa’s reindeer are nowhere to be found. It isn’t until Santa remembers their annual tradition―reading a Christmas story together―that the reindeer are ready. This is a charming story for the Holiday season that recognizes the joy of celebrating traditions with those you love.
Age range: 3-7 years
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Two Wool Gloves by Bo Jin and Li Li
This book tells the story of a family of squirrels sheltering in a lost winter glove, but what will happen when the owner of the glove comes back? Two Wool Gloves is a beautiful book which teaches children the importance of kindness, especially during the holiday season.
Age range: 4-8 years
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Dear Santa, I Know It Looks Bad But It Wasn’t My Fault! By Norma Lewis and Olivia Beckman
Scalawag is a mischievous cat who can’t wait for Christmas, especially because he is asking Santa for a new videogame. But when Scalawag’s caretaker, Miss Violet, ends up in the hospital, he gains a new perspective and decides to ask for a different gift, one that embodies the true meaning of Christmas.
Age range: 3-8 years old
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Ten Ways to Hear Snow by Cathy Camper and Kenard Pak
One winter morning, Lina wakes to silence—the sound of snow. As she walks to her Grandma’s house to make the recipe for warak enab, she discovers ten ways to observe things that may otherwise go unnoticed. Ten Ways to Hear Snow features a thoughtful representation of an Arab American family and explores themes of mindfulness and empathy.
Age range: 4-8
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Green Is For Christmas by Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers
When the green crayon claims that he’s the only Christmas color, the other colors let him know there would be no Christmas without them either. Green Is For Christmas is a fun and humorous story that’s perfect for any kid who loves to color.
Age range: 4-8
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A Wild, Wild Hanukkah by Jo Gershman and Bob Strauss
On the first night of Hanukkah, a polar bear walks into the house. On the second night of Hanukkah, two crocodiles come through the door, and every night more animals join the celebration. Filled with fantastical illustrations, A Wild, Wild Hanukkah will make an excellent gift for any animal loving kid.
Age range: 4-8 years old
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Winter Sleep: A Hibernation Story by Sean Taylor, Alex Morss, and Cinyee Chiu
Follow a little boy and his grandmother as they observe the changing winter landscape. Spot the sleeping animals and then learn about their hibernation habits in the information pages at the end. Winter Sleep: A Hibernation Story is an ideal picture book for the colder months—and a fantastic story to teach your child more about the natural world.
Age range: 5-7 years old
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Monsters at Christmas by Laura Baker and Nina Dzyvulska
Hilarious monsters and zany rhymes fill the pages of this colorful Christmas book. Monsters at Christmas is a fun and festive story perfect for young readers.
Age range: 3-5 years old
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How Kids Celebrate Christmas Around the World by Pavla Hanackova, Karolina Medkova, and Maria Neradova
In How Kids Celebrate Christmas Around the World, you’ll discover who brings gifts in Italy, where you can sunbathe on Christmas day, traditional Christmas dishes in Japan, and more. This book teaches kids about the diversity of the world, encouraging them to be curious and respectful of other cultures.
Age range: 6-9
