There is nothing quite cozy as curling up with hot cocoa and a Christmas book on a cold winter night. Christmas times are magical times with people spreading cheers and happiness and giving gifts to others on dinners and more.
This holiday season, rediscover the classics along with the modern literature for children that can help the Grinch of the family to join the Christmas celebrations. From classic stories such as the Christmas carol and the Polar express, there are many options that can be read this year.
Here are some of the fantastic Christmas books for young minds to read this Christmas
1. Merry Christmas, Strega Nona by Tomie dePaola
Strega Nona, the butcher’s daughter Bambolona and Big Anthony do all the preparation for a big Christmas feast at Strega Nona’s house. However, being magical, Strega Nona refuses them to use magic to decorate the place. When the preparations go wrong, will Strega Nona help save the day, or will they cancel the Christmas feast this year?
2. A Charlie Brown Christmas: Deluxe Edition, by Charles M Schulz and Vicki Scott
A beloved television special comes to life in this picture book. As the peanut gang is getting ready for Christmas, Charlie finds himself questioning the true meaning of Christmas. This story is perfect for the true fans of Charlie and the peanut gang and new readers alike.
3. Spouts: The Whale Who Saved Christmas by Captain Phil Howe
A book based on the author’s adventures through the Tropical islands of the South Seas spouts is a fantastic Christmas book about a baby whale who is different from others in the sea. When the reindeers at the Northolt falls terribly sick, will spouts be able to save the Christmas this year?
4. Stick Man, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler
Stick man resides in the tree with this wife and three children. The turn of events, he is carried away by a dog who only wishes to play with him. Will he ever find his way back home? This amazing story is a picture book for children and a heartwarming story about home.
5. A Christmas Carol, by Jennifer Adams and Alison Oliver
A timeless classic with amazing pictures originally by Charles Dickens is one of the most notable literary contributions. The simple allegory of an old miser portrays a heartwarming moral transformation of the person spreading love, joy, and charity. Each page of this picture book is filled with iconic characters and colors to engage the young readers.
6. Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition, by Carol Aebersold and Chanda Bell
This book is fun and starts to explain how Santa keeps eyes on boys and girls in the world with the help of his elves. The book comes with the main character of the book that can be placed in the house, so the kids know that Santa is always watching.
7. How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, by Dr. Seuss
Your Christmas time is not enjoyable until you read the story of the Grinch who set out to steal Christmas from the citizens of Whoville. He is surprised as the spirit of the season affects his small heart. Will he get away with stealing the cheers of the people of Whoville? Or will he learn the true meaning of Christmas to warm his little and cold heart?
8. The night before Christmas
There are many versions of Clement C. Moore’s famous poem, but the illustrated version is worth recommending. Each page of the book is filled with gorgeous details and treasures that your child can find reading the picture book.