If you’re in need of some festive books to read with your young children this season, look no further! Here are 12 of our favorite Christmas books for little kids:
12 Little Elves Visit Series, by Trish Madson and illustrated by Sadie Han
Each book in the 12 Little Elves series focuses on a different state or country, with the little elves visiting famous locations at each place. In the Georgia version, the elves hop all over the state, from Centennial Olympic Park to Jekyll Island. It’s a cute way to teach little ones more about their state with a festive twist.
Christmas Eve with Veranda Santa, based on the TV series Bluey
Join the Heeler family for some Christmas Eve hijinks. If your family loves Bluey, it’s a must!
Christmas Swim, based on the TV series Bluey
The Heeler family is at it again, this time with pool hijinks. Another must for Bluey fans!
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney? by Mac Barnett and illustrated by Jon Klassen
This book is one of the more advanced of the bunch for kids, and provides some chuckles for adults as well.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas, by Dr. Seuss
A classic tale that belongs in every Christmas book collection!
The Itsy Bitsy Reindeer, by Jeffrey Burton and illustrated by Sanja Rescek
Inspired by The Itsy Bitsy Spider, this holiday tale is a favorite in our house this season. Follow along as the itsy bitsy reindeer helps out Santa.
Little Owl’s Snow, by by Divya Srinivasan
Follow along as the little owl learns about winter in the forest.
The Night Before Christmas, by Clement C. Moore and illustrated by Charles Santore
While the full version of this classic story is probably a bit long for most small children, it’s still worth reading for nostalgia’s sake.
Santa’s Workshop, by Holly Berry-Byrd and illustrated by Francesco Zito
This sweet lift-a-flap book takes little readers on a tour of Santa’s workshop.
S is for Santa, by Greg Paprocki
This Christmas alphabet with retro vibes is one of our favorites!
Twelve Days of Kindness, by Sophie Beer
Playing off another of her books, Kindness Makes Us Strong, the author continues her tales of kindness, this time with a holiday theme.
You’re My Little Christmas Cookie, by Nicola Edwards and illustrated by Natalie Marshall
Another book in the You’re My Little series, here with a Christmas twist. A great holiday book for cozying up with your little one.
