Getting ready for the holiday season is a magical time. These stories capture all the joy and excitement of this time.
Sections
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Picture Books
Chapter Books
Movies
Picture Books
Short books with great visuals.
This has such sweet illustrations. Encouraging curiosity, a girl asks the questions many children have always wanted to ask the famous Mr. Santa.
Mr. Santa
For fans of cute mice, this sweet story with a kind message is a must read for Christmas Eve. The illustrations are darling and create a feeling of nostalgia.
Santa Mouse
A heartwarming story where one big tree, brings Christmas cheer to so many. Different households get a piece of it and celebrate what they have.
Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree
A gentle read that captures the quiet joys of the season. The illustrations are so special and the animals' expressions are so easy to connect to.
The Christmas Quiet Book
A holiday classic with stunning illustrations. A magical journey to the North Pole unlocks childhood wonder.
The Polar Express (30th Anniversary Edition) (Caldecott Medal Winner)
A sweet look into celebrating Christmas with those who help Christmas possible. Those who work hard deserve a celebration of their own.
Santa's First Christmas
With adorable rosy red cheeks, little Santa steals your heart. Perfect for little ones getting to know who Santa is.
When Santa Was a Baby
A wonderful collection of sweet stories of giving to others. Darling mouse illustrations.
Santa Mouse A Christmas Gift Collection (Boxed Set): Santa Mouse; Santa Mouse, Where Are You?; Santa Mouse Finds a Furry Friend
If you are looking for a feeling of nostalgia, this book brings you back to your childhood. Richard Scarry books are always a hit with their instantly recognizable illustrations and characters.
Richard Scarry's The Night Before Xmas!
This was one of my favorites as a a child. You can't help but love this darling bear in his adorable overalls. This book is a must for corduroy fans.
A Christmas Wish for Corduroy
A sweet continuation of Madeline's story. She is such a sweet-brave little girl.
Madeline's Christmas
Picking and decorating a tree is such a treasured memory. This book capture the coziness of this experience.
Pick a Pine Tree
Winter has arrived for the Brambly Hedge mice and they are excited to plan the Snow Ball. A cozy world I wish I could jump right inside of.
Winter Story (Brambly Hedge Series)
A cute story of giving with darling illustrations. A wonderful message about giving.
Little Hare Finds a Gift
With precious illustrations, this is one of the coziest books you’ll ever open. With interactive flaps, this is a lovely nighttime read.
Cat Family Christmas - (The Cat Family)
I relate to the gifting anxiety of Hedgehog. We put so much pressure on ourselves to find the right gifts, but at the end of they day it's the thought that counts.
The Best Gift for Bear
I had this book and watched the film adaptation as a child. The images have stuck with me. I revisit it every Winter. I love the adventures the boy and his new friend have together.
The Snowman by Raymond Briggs
Chapter Books
These books have a bit more to them and are best read over multipme cozy nights.
With sweet-gentle characters, the heartwarming story shows readers what is most important about Christmas. This cozy world is sure to get you into the giving spirit.
Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas
A Christmas classic. Scrooge is such an iconic character. I love hearing this story every year.
Quentin Blake's A Christmas Carol
Movies
These are movies aimed at children, but be enjoyed by all ages.
To be paired with the books, this dreamy movie with no dialogue gives you all the feels. I feel so nostalgic every time I watch this.
The Snowman
This gentle Christmas special is a key part of Christmas for so many. With a wonderful jazz soundtrack, and familiar characters, this is a holiday must.
A Charlie Brown Christmas (50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) (DVD)