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17 Must Read Christmas Books

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Gearing up for the holidays? These are 17 must read Christmas Books!

Gearing up for the holidays? These 17 must read Christmas Books!

‘Tis the season.  The season for peppermint, red and green decor, stories by the fire, and dressing up.  Last weekend, I unpacked our favorite Christmas books.  We keep them stored away for most of the year and it's always fun to pull them out especially for the months of November and December.

From the classic picture books I read myself as a child to some of the amazing newer Christmas books that were published in the last few years…..there are so many amazing options for holiday stories…..and they make the absolute best gifts.
These Christmas Books are must reads!

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These Christmas Books are must reads!

17 Must Read Christmas Books:

Be warned, as a literacy specialist and former elementary school teacher…..books are my passion.  So this is just the tip of the Christmas book list iceberg, ha!

* = books that are a part of Amazon's buy two and save 50% off on 1 deal

  1. The Night Before Christmas: It's a total class, right? This classic version of the story has beautiful illustrations.
  2. *How the Grinch Stole Christmas: The Grinch has a whole new generation of fans thanks to the recent movies.  My suggestion? Read the book first, and THEN watch the movies!
  3. *The Polar Express: This is one of my personal favorites, it's an absolutely magical story.  Yes, there is also a film, but yet again……..read the book FIRST!
  4. *The Mitten: This adorable winter themed story is a GREAT one for younger kids.  It's the sweetest story of a group of animals sharing…..a mitten.
  5. *The Snowy Day: Another classic.  This story is a great one for the first snowy day in your area!
  6. Santa Mouse: This was my favorite growing up.  It's so cute, and a fun take on Santa!
  7. The Story of the Nutcracker Ballet: Are you going to the Nutcracker ballet this year? Be sure to read the story first!
  8. Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer: This Little Golden Book is based on the classic movie.  It's a great one for preschoolers!
  9. Santa Bruce: We got this book last year (we even took holiday pictures with it) and it's SUPER cute!
  10. *The Snowman: This story is PERFECT for younger kids, it has NO words, so they can tell their own based on the pictures!
  11. *The Legend of the Poinsettia: This beautiful story outlines the Mexican legend that shares how the Poinsettia came to be (and the illustrations are AWESOME).
  12. *The Story of Holly and Ivy: This sweet story is the perfect gift along with a doll!
  13. *The Sweet Smell of Christmas: Who doesn't love a scratch and sniff Christmas book? This is must own!
  14. Pedro: The Angel of Olvera Street: I read this story with my class every year.  This award winning book tells the story of a little boy celebrating Posada, and is beautifully done!
  15. *Christmas in the Manger: Looking for a traditional Christmas story? This one comes in a board book version!
  16. *Goodnight North Pole: You know those adorable Good Night books you can buy that share different cities? Well, here's the North Pole version!
  17. *All the Colors of Christmas: This new Christmas book is an adorable inclusive story about how all children are reflected in the joy and colors of Christmas!

These Christmas Books are must reads!What are YOUR favorite Christmas books?!?

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  1. sandra says

    November 24, 2016 at 11:19 am

    My favorite Christmas Book is Olivia Saves Christmas

    Reply
  2. Cindy Peterson says

    November 24, 2016 at 3:45 pm

    I really like “How The Grinch Stole Christmas”.

    Reply
  3. latanya says

    November 24, 2016 at 4:28 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas

    Reply
  4. liz lew says

    November 25, 2016 at 10:01 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas is mine

    Reply
  5. Diana Hatch says

    November 26, 2016 at 5:43 am

    I love the Miracle on 34th Street

    Reply
  6. Nancy says

    November 26, 2016 at 6:01 am

    We like Christmas in the Manger. I read it to our granddaughter in the hospital when she was 1 day old three years ago.

    Reply
  7. Lesley F says

    November 26, 2016 at 6:10 am

    The father Christmas Letters

    Reply
  8. Sharon Schoepe says

    November 26, 2016 at 6:40 am

    My favorite Christmas book is How the Grinch Stole Christmas

    Reply
  9. Katie Bellamy says

    November 26, 2016 at 6:46 am

    The Night Before Christmas. We read it every year!

    Reply
  10. Helen says

    November 26, 2016 at 8:30 am

    We like the polar express

    Reply
  11. Amy W. says

    November 26, 2016 at 8:31 am

    The Legend of the Candy Cane is my favorite.

    Reply
  12. kathy dalton says

    November 26, 2016 at 9:04 am

    Twas The Night Before Christmas

    Reply
  13. Stephanie Phelps says

    November 26, 2016 at 9:53 am

    My all time favorite because my mom read it to me is Twas the night before Christmas

    Reply
  14. Sarah Hayes says

    November 26, 2016 at 10:09 am

    aww we have this book from when I was little and I enjoy reading it to my LO. we also like How the Grinch Stole Christmas

    Reply
  15. Fiona N says

    November 26, 2016 at 11:10 am

    I love The Sweet Smell of Christmas
    Thank You for the chance

    Reply
  16. Leah Shumack says

    November 26, 2016 at 11:29 am

    We love to read How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

    Reply
  17. Brandy Williams says

    November 26, 2016 at 1:05 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas.

    Reply
  18. Darlene Owen says

    November 26, 2016 at 1:08 pm

    My favorite book is Twas the Night Before Christmas

    Reply
  19. Saundra McKenzie says

    November 26, 2016 at 2:22 pm

    The Night Before Christmas is our favorite.

    Reply
  20. Wendy Browne says

    November 26, 2016 at 2:44 pm

    How the Grinch Stole Christmas is probably my favorite.

    Reply
  21. molli taylor says

    November 26, 2016 at 2:48 pm

    mine is a boy for christmas, makes me cry every time, klol. im a sap!

    Reply
  22. Kemberly Crosswhite says

    November 26, 2016 at 3:31 pm

    we read The Night Before Christmas every Christmas Eve

    Reply
  23. Carrie @ Crafty Moms Share says

    December 9, 2016 at 3:31 pm

    Be sure to check out The Sparkle Box. We LOVE it!! Thanks for sharing at Sharing Saturday!!

    Reply
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