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5 Magical Christmas Books for Kids: Perfect for Holiday Story Time

It's the holiday season and what better way than to spend reading those magical Christmas stories to your kids. Whether you have a cozy story time by snuggling under the blanket or read the book sipping hot chocolate by the side of the fireplace or just before tucking your little ones to bed, these wonderful books are sure to bring joy and lots of Christmas cheer to your little one(s) and your family. 

I also have some exciting ideas for you to make the most of this holiday season, along with creative tips to keep your kids happily engaged during the winter break. Do check out the below articles. I am sure you will find them useful.

Things to do during Christmas

Activities to engage kids during winter break

Winter worksheets for kids

Now, let's dive into the books that are going to win those tiny hearts and spark their imagination this holiday. 

1. How Many Sleeps Till Christmas: This heartwarming kid's book is written Mark Sperring and Sebastien Braun. It is the story of Little Pip and Daddy bear. Little pip is very excited and eager to celebrate Christmas and asks his father every morning whether it is the Christmas Day. Daddy bear on the other hand, very patiently tries to explain the little one how many sleeps are still left for Christmas. As the days pass, the father-son duo countdown together, preparing for the festival by setting up the tree, making greeting cards and engaging in many more fun festive activities. This book not only teaches patience, but also emphasizes the importance of family traditions and togetherness during the holiday season.

2. The Bad Kitty Searching For Santa: In this book written by Nick Bruel, Bad Kitty takes matter into her paws and writes a letter to Santa. She not only writes the letter, but also decides to hand deliver it to him. But her journey to meet Santa doesn't go as expected and she encounters many hurdles and comical mishaps. Will Bad Kitty deliver the letter to Santa? This book is full of humour and also delivers a touching message about giving and the joy of festive season, making it a perfect addition to the Christmas story collection. 

3. The Lost Christmas: Grandpa wants to decorate the Christmas tree but he couldn't find any of the ornaments. His grandkids help him find the missing items and set up the Christmas tree. This seek and find book authored by B.B.Cronin offers plenty of fun to readers in tracing out the missing ornaments. Beyond the fun of tracking down, the story conveys the true meaning of family and Christmas spirit.

4. Llama Llama Secret Santa Surprise: Llama Llama and his friends play Secret Santa at school and is excited to exchange gifts with his friends. But he quickly discovers that choosing the right gift could be a challenge. Anna Dewdney through her thoughtful storytelling has beautifully captured the joy of giving. The story encourages the young minds to appreciate the spirit of kindness and generosity. You can also watch this delightful story on Netflix.

5. Merry Christmas, Gus: This heartwarming book written by Chris Chatterton is my personal favourite. This is the story of Gus, who doesn't like Christmas. He see the carols, decoration and everything about Christmas as just unwanted noise and chaos. But this behaviour leaves his friend, a sweet, enthusiastic puppy disheartened. As the story unfolds, Gus realizes that the true essence of Christmas lies in spreading joy and making our loved ones happy. By the end, Gus embraces the holiday spirit and celebrates Christmas with his friend. This book is a wonderful reminder of the importance of love, friendship and simple joy of togetherness.

Wish you and your family a Merry Christmas. May your holiday season be filled with stories that bring warmth to your heart and happiness to your home!!

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  1. AnonymousDecember 22, 2024 at 11:40 AM

    Books , recommended on time to entertain and enlighten our lovely kids !

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  2. pratyushDecember 22, 2024 at 9:51 PM

    Good find mam, thank you

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  3. Manu's MedleyDecember 23, 2024 at 2:16 PM

    Thank you so much for your kind words. I am thrilled you found the recommendations helpful. Merry Christmas to you and your family!!

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  4. HrishiDecember 24, 2024 at 8:31 AM

    Greate Sayee...

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  5. AnonymousDecember 24, 2024 at 10:31 AM

    Nice sparking Christmas Stories for kids in Christmas holidays. Sharing gifts with joyful together." Merry Christmas" to U 🎄🎁

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  6. AnonymousApril 11, 2025 at 1:13 PM

    Very nice

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