10 Classic Christmas Books for Kids
Christmas holidays are around the corner and it is the right time to shop for some books for kids to read during the holidays. Some of these books are true classics, while others are more like new-age stories about Christmas, winter, and the holidays that little ones and teens are sure to love.
A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a true classic and a Christmas-time must-read. This story is all about a mean-spirited and selfish old man, Ebenezer Scrooge, who hates Christmas. Mr. Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his old business partner Jacob Marley – and then by three ghosts. They are the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future.
The Girl Who Saved Christmas
The Girl Who Saved Christmas by Matt Haig is a beautiful story that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. It is the story of Amelia Wishart, who is the first child ever to receive a gift from Father Christmas. In this story, we get to see Elfhelm and the human world coming together to make Christmas magical. Even Charles Dickens and Queen Victoria are part of this story.
Miracle on 34th Street
Miracle on 34th Street by Valentine Loewi Davies has sold millions of copies since its first publication in 1947, delighting readers of all ages. Through Santa, this book teaches everyone a lesson in love, faith, and the value of imagination. This book has been made into a movie.
The 13th Gift
This book by Smith Joanne Huist tells about the power of random acts of kindness. It is a beautiful reminder of the miracles of Christmas and the gift of family during the holiday season. This book serves as a gentle reminder to be kind to others over the holiday season, to reach out to grieving friends, and to be more mindful of those around us.
The Night Before Christmas
Unlike other books, this is a poem. This poem first appeared in a newspaper on December 23, 1823, as “A Visit From St. Nicholas”. Come together and read aloud this poem on ‘The Night Before Christmas’.
Jesus’ Christmas Party
This book retells the Christmas story through the eyes of a grumpy innkeeper. The innkeeper and his wife settle down to sleep after a hectic day, but visitors keep showing up, asking for Mary and Joseph, and the Newborn. Unable to get the sleep he gets angry and goes to see what all the fuss is about. All his grumpiness goes away as soon as he sees the newborn baby Jesus.
The Animals’ Christmas Eve
This tale by Gale Wiersum tells the story of all the barnyard animals gathering together to share the story of the birth of Jesus.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
This tells the story of Grinch, who wants to ruin Christmas in Whoville but ultimately discovers that the holiday is more than just its material trappings. This book was later adapted for television and was also made into a feature film, a Broadway musical, and an animated movie.
The Giving Tree
“The Giving Tree.” by Shel Silverstein is a classic. This poem though is about a boy and a tree, it is all about happiness and selflessness. It investigates happiness between the giver and receiver. The values of “The Giving Tree” lie beneath its surface. Neither the boy nor the tree is a good role model for today’s parents and children, but their mistakes are lessons that we could learn from.
The First Miracle
The First Miracle by Jeffrey Archer is a beautiful short story with a marvellous final double twist. This story appeared in Jeffrey’s first collection of short stories, A Quiver Full of Arrows, published in 1980.
Among these ten stories which one you have read before and which one you are going to buy for your child?
