Best Christmas Stories For Toddlers (2024 Updated)

The six Herdman children are the terror of their town. When they take over the annual Christmas pageant, everyone rediscovers the true meaning of Christmas. ALA Notable Children’s Book 1971-1975. The Herdman’s are the worst kids in the history of the world.

They lie, steal, smoke cigars, swear, and hit little kids. So no one is prepared when this outlaw family invades church one Sunday and decides to take over the annual Christmas pageant. None of the Herdmans has ever heard the Christmas story before.

Their interpretation of the tale – the Wise Men are a bunch of dirty spies and Herod needs a good beating — has a lot of people up in arms. But it will make this year’s pageant the most unusual anyone has seen and, just possibly, the best one ever.

A brand-new Crayons book from the #1 New York Times best-selling duo Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers, just in time for the holidays. This special book has letters, games, ornaments, a poster, and even a pop-up Christmas tree ‘Tis the season for all of us to write our holiday wishlists.

But everyone–even the crayons–know the best presents are the ones that you give. In this unique book, readers get to see how Duncan, the crayons, and their families celebrate the holidays. With real, folded letters from the Crayons that you can pull from their envelopes and read, games, punch-out ornaments, a poster, and a pop-up tree, this book is the perfect gift for fans of The Day the Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home.

Praise for The Day the Crayons Came Home Winner of the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Picture Book of 2015 A Wall Street Journal Best Book of 2015 One of Parents Magazine’s Ten Best Children’s Books of 2015 A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year “Funnier than the creators’ original blockbuster.

“–Parents Magazine”Mr. Daywalt’s text blends with Mr. Jeffers’s illustrations to make a picture book that will have children clamoring for more crayon adventures. “–The Wall Street Journal “Continues its predecessor’s pleasing, goofy conceit.

Once again, both Daywalt’s text and Jeffers’ illustrations are endearing. “–New York Times Book Review”By telling stories from the points of view of crayons, giving voices to the small and ignored, Daywalt and Jeffers have created two books that offer plenty of charm and fun, but also make children feel deeply understood.

“–The Boston Globe* “A masterwork of humor and design. Sure to be as popular as The Day the Crayons Quit. “–Booklist, starred review * “A brilliant, colorful tale that begs to be read aloud and a must-have for all collections.

“–School Library Journal, starred review * “Once again, Daywalt and Jeffers create rich emotional lives and personalities for their colorful cast, and it’s hard to imagine a reader who won’t be delighted.

“–Publishers Weekly, starred review”Not only stands on its own merit, but may be even more colorful than the original. “–Huffington Post”Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers once again offer perceptive and frequently hilarious insights.

The Day the Crayons Came Home will have readers of all ages chuckling–and will inspire kids’ empathy and imagination in equal measure. “–Book – Page Praise for The Day the Crayons Quit – The #1 New York Times bestselling phenomenon–over two years on the bestseller list Winner of the E.

B. White Read-Aloud Award – Amazon’s 2013 Best Picture Book of the Year – A Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2013Goodreads’ 2013 Best Picture Book of the Year * “Hilarious.

Celebrate the season with this New York Times bestselling wintry tale that will have readers of all ages believing in the magic of Christmas. This is one to pull out every year and savor all winter long! In the merry tradition of classics like The Polar Express, this special picture book captures the holiday spirit.

This is a timeless classic one to reread every year and savor all winter long! Long ago, a brave little girl named Anja wanted to be one of Santa’s elves. So she leaves a note for her family and helps her elderly neighbor prepare for the holiday, then she straps on her skis, and heads out into the snowy landscape.

From a red bird to a polar bear to a reindeer, a menagerie of winter animals help Anja make her way to Santa. A generous trim-size, matte cover, extraordinary photographs, and foiled title make this a special book for the holiday season.

And don’t miss the other Wish books: The Reindeer Wish The Tiny Wish The Brave Little Puppy The Puppy’s Wish The Polar Bear Wish.

The classic Christmas story, a joy to share with young children. The gentle beauty of the story of the first Christmas is now available as a board book. With a simple, lyrical text and radiant artwork, this book is perfect for the youngest child to be a part of the wonder of the Nativity.

Parents, grandparents, and caregivers have all embraced this telling. Don’t miss this beautiful little book from the acclaimed team of Nola Buck and Felicia Bond.

Jesus Calling: The Story of Christmas uniquely teaches the Christmas story to your children by starting at creation and sharing that Jesus has always been present and that God has always had a plan for Christmas.

Bible verses and Jesus Calling devotions are on every spread of this beautifully illustrated book with foil and glitter on the cover. Teach your children the story of Christmas. starting from creation! In Jesus Calling: The Story of Christmas, children will discover that God always had a plan for Christmas.

Christ was chosen before the world was made. –1 Peter 1:20The Christmas story began long, long ago. Before the angel Gabriel told Mary she would have God’s Son. Before the shepherds saw the angels and before the wise men saw the star.

Even before the sun and the moon shone for the first time, before the first cows ever moooed and the first monkeys ever climbed! Before Adam and Even took their first walk in the Garden of Eden, God had a plan for Christmas.

From the beginning of time, God had a plan to save his children. That plan was Jesus! Jesus Calling: The Story of Christmas is a beautifully embellished jacketed hardcover with foil and glitter. Curl up with your little ones around the Christmas tree with Jesus Calling: The Story of Christmas.

From the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series. More than two million copies have sold across the series! Created for lovers of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site, as well as fans of Sherri Duskey Rinker’s storytelling and AG Ford’s art, this beautiful holiday picture book shows Excavator, Bulldozer, Crane, Dump Truck and Cement Mixer building a new home for fire engines.

As they finish their big, important job, they get their own Christmas surprises. Your kids will have fun discovering the special surprise awaiting each vehicle as much as they will love rhyming along with the story.

This cute book is sure to be a classic! Art by illustrator AG Ford. – A Christmas tale with a great message – Teaches kids the joy of giving and the value of work – Rhythmic patterns make reading funFans of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site, Mighty, Mighty Construction Site, and Excavator’s 123 will be excited about this children’s holiday book.

– Ideal Christmas gift for little ones – Perfect book for children who like construction, trucks, fire engines, cars, and building things – Parents, grandparents, and teachers will have fun reading this action-packed story to kids.

This favorite Christmas picture book is now available in a reduced size padded board book perfect for little hands with bright red foil on the cover to share the holiday cheer! In the stable next to an inn, Kind Ox is just settling in for the night when Old Dog comes into the stable.

Kind Ox makes room for Old Dog, who in turn makes room for Stray Cat, who then makes room for Small Mouse–and each time, the larger animal says to the small, “There’s always room for a little one here.

” Finally, Tired Donkey comes by, carrying Joseph and Mary, who asks “Where will my child be born?” Kind Ox replies, “There is always room for a little one here. ” And so, Jesus is born in the stable with the animals all around Him.

Join beloved babysitting Rottweiler Carl in author/artist Alexandra Day’s perfectly joyous holiday children’s picture book, Carl’s Christmas. After helping baby decorate the family tree, Carl and his charge share an adventure-filled Christmas Eve complete with window shopping, giving to the needy, and a visit with Santa Claus.

A must-have collection of Christmas stories Nine unabridged Little Golden Book Christmas stories come together in a deluxe volume, brimming with stories about the joys and wonders of the holiday The following favorites are included: – Jingle Bells – The Nutcracker – The Twelve Days of Christmas – The Little Christmas Elf – The Christmas Story – The Poky Little Puppy’s First Christmas – Baby’s Christmas – The Night Before Christmas – The Christmas ABC Breathtaking illustrations on glossy paper, and a gleaming gold spine, make this lush volume a gift to cherish.

This book is suitable for ages 4-8. But what about the camels who carried them? Here is the imaginative story of Humphrey the camel and his long, cold journey to Bethlehem. In addition to an engaging text and gorgeous, whimsical artwork, this story reminds readers of the importance of Christmas and the true meaning of gift-giving.

The bestselling star of NO, DAVID! turns Christmas traditions upside down with laugh-aloud humor. Readers of all ages will vividly remember trying to peek at hidden gift packages; writing scrolls of wish lists to Santa; and struggling to behave at formal Christmas dinner parties.

From playing with delicate ornaments to standing in an endlessly long line for Santa, here are common Christmas activities–but with David’s naughty trimmings. A surefire hit that is destined to be an annual classic.

Enjoy a children’s book classic in this perfect to read board book format! “In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived twelve little girls in two straight lines the smallest one was Madeline.

” Nothing frightens Madeline–not tigers, not even mice. With its endearing, courageous heroine, cheerful humor, and wonderful, whimsical drawings of Paris, the Madeline stories are true classics that continue to charm readers even after 75 years! It’s the night before Christmas and everyone is sick in bed.

All except brave Madeline, who is up and about and feeling just fine. Taking care of eleven little girls and Miss Clavel is hard work, but when Madeline finds help from a magical merchant, the girls embark on a Christmas journey that will surely make them forget their sniffles and sneezes.

Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) was the author of the beloved Madeline books, including Madeline, a Caldecott Honor Book, and Madeline’s Rescue, winner of the Caldecott Medal.

Our Family’s Night Before Christmas book is a sweet Christmas tradition that the whole family will look forward to each year. Introduce children to the classic Christmas poem by Clement Clarke Moore, “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” with this personalized Christmas book that features your family’s last name, up to two guardians’ nicknames (mommy, daddy, etc.

), and up to 6 children’s names. Key features: Hardcover book with 20 FSC-certified paper pages Customizable Your family’s last name is featured prominently on the cover and displayed throughout the story and in the illustrations Makes a great Christmas gift Illustrated by Aleksandra Smidt Age recommendation: All ages! was founded in 2000 by Maia and Allan Haag.

Parents to young children themselves, Maia and Allan loved the idea of gifting personalized books to young readers, and they wanted to create something special that encourages creativity and an eagerness to learn.

Fast forward to 20 years later, and I See Me! has become a well-loved producer of high-quality and engaging personalized stories. The aim of each book and puzzle in the I See Me!.

Hardcover recordable book. Features Voice Save Technology. 20 pages. Requires three (3) AAA batteries, included. Ages 3+. Written by Delia Berrigan. Illustrated by Aleksandra Szmidt. 8. 5″ W x 10″ H x 1″ D Miles may separate you from the little ones in your life, but no matter where you are, it’s comforting to know that you’re both looking up at the same Christmas Star.

With the sweet rhyming verses and charming illustrations in this Recordable Storybook, you can tell your small loved ones that even if you are far apart at Christmastime, your love for them will keep them close.

Record yourself reading the story and with every turn of the page, they’ll hear your voice and feel all the love you have to give. Evoking seasonal sights, sounds and smells, “Under the Same Christmas Star” is the perfect message to share during the holiday season.

Follow the itsy bitsy snowman on an epic journey to making his biggest Christmas dream come true – All the little snowman dreamed to do is go caroling like a happy child with a silvery voice would do around Christmas time.

But the little snowman was made of snow and could make no sound. What will happen when he meets a red cardinal that fills him with hope that he too could receive a voice? The Snowman’s Song will inspire kids to believe in Christmas miracles.

The snowman book that moves you to believe in yourself and never quit on your big dreams – The snowman wants to sing just one small note so that he could have a perfect Christmas. But nothing would come from his cold, hard snow throat.

The red cardinal tells him that if he were to sing, he has to believe deep in his heart that he can. The little snowman struggles to believe in himself, but an act of kindness from a little girl helps him start to believe that he is special.

– Witness a Christmas miracle in one of the most awe-inspiring snowy winter picture books – All of a sudden, the holes near his face blew out lyrical sounds like a heavenly flute. The whole world stood in place.

His dream was fulfilled, he was no longer mute. His song was spring rains and violin strings, the fragrance of flowers and hummingbird wings. The Snowman’s Song is a heartwarming Christmas children’s book that will inspire kids through all seasons of their life.

– Marilee Joy Mayfield has taught thousands of children inspiring lessons of love, friendship, and family with books like A Mother’s Love, Growing Up Sisters, A Friend Is Someone Who, Seasons of Life, The Lights In The Church, The Book Fairy, and The Super Tiny Ghost.

Now in a board book edition perfect for little hands, The Legend of the Candy Cane is an endearing and timeless Christmas story that doesn’t lose sight of the true meaning of the holidays. This edition of the holiday classic by Lori Walberg features vibrant illustrations by New York Times bestselling illustration Richard Cowdrey.

One dark November night, a stranger rides into a small prairie town. The townspeople wish he were a doctor, a dressmaker, or a trader. Then a young girl named Lucy befriends the newcomer. When he reveals his identity and shares with her the legend of the candy cane, she discovers fulfillment of her wishes and the answer to her town’s dream.

Now will she share what she has learned? The Legend of the Candy Cane is a beautiful board book for ages 0-4, and focuses on the: Importance of Jesus as it explains the Christian symbolism behind candy canesMiracle of Christmas and why the occasion is celebratedWith vibrant illustrations and a timeless story, The Legend of the Candy Cane is the perfect read for the Advent and Christmas season.

Gift a child with the love of reading. A personalized book book makes a cherished gift that will become a treasured keepsake. It comes personalized with a child’s name on the cover and throughout the text.

Original poem by Clement C. Moore Authentic vintage illustrations from an 1870’s publication 11.22”H x 12”W x 8.89”D Age: 2 years & up Paper

FAO Schwarz has been providing high-end toys that the whole family loves since 1862. In The Night Before Christmas book, you can enjoy a cheerful tale of a friendly visit from St. Nicholas. This classic book is sure to get you into the holiday spirit!.

The Best Christmas Book Ever! This festive board book has five sturdy flaps for preschoolers to lift, and five exciting sounds. Develop your child’s language with the rhythmic read-aloud rhymes, then work together to guess who or what could be hiding under each flap.

Discover what’s hiding under the beautiful present, feed the reindeer his favorite treat, and play in the snow with Puppy and Seal. This Christmas adventure encourages interaction and hands-on play by rewarding curiosity with surprise sounds and delightful characters.