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Friday, November 29, 2019

The Best Christmas Books of 2019 {booklist}

The Best Christmas Books of 2019 aka my favorite Christmas Books this year aka what I'm reading this holiday season. Book list Booklist Children's librarian Alohamora Open a Book Alohamoraopenabook

My 7 year old bought his own mini Christmas tree that he could keep in his room.  He also bought little ornaments as well as made some decorations to go on the tree.  He loves that little tree and has kept it in his room for a year now.  

I, on the other hand, will happily take this Christmas Book Tree in my room. These are my favorite Christmas books this year.  Some of the books surprised me, some of them made me laugh, some of the books warmed my heart (and possible tear up b/c I'm definitely a crier), and some of them were just fun original stories.  My favorite books this year are listed below.  There are more than 25 books listed, b/c I believe Christmas can be enjoyed before December 1st, and maybe b/c I have a difficult time choosing.  More is definitely better when it comes to books. :) 

Included in the picture above are some of my very favorite Christmas books that I come back to year after year.  Books such as The Polar Express, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, 'Twas the Evening of Christmas, The Gingerbread Man Loose at Christmas, Santa Bruce, and the gorgeous Robert Sabuda Christmas pop-up books.  These books are always on my Christmas reading list, but this year the ones below also made the cut.


The Best Christmas Books of 2019
Sometimes 25 is just not enough.

This book was originally published in 1980, but I have just now seen this gem of a book.  It’s a bit wordy, but I learned a TON about the history of the Christmas Tree.  Older elementary school kids who love Christmas will find this intriguing. 

Any train loving kid will adore this book that combines trains and Christmas trees.

A book about a boy, Jack, decorating their family Christmas tree learns that bigger and more is not always best when it comes to Christmas. 

Oh, how I love this story.  The illustrations are perfect for this beautiful old folktale. This book is a Christmas book to own.

This story has dePaola all over it; the illustrations are fabulous, and the story is an oldie but goodie.  It’s a beautiful retelling of a classic story, Italian in this case.  I love that dePaola’s books are so good that reprintings keep happening. 

I was actually surprised by this book; I first thought this book would be just another Nutcracker ballet book.  However, the writing is short and sweet and the story is not just a Nutcracker retelling. 

A black covered Christmas book is not one you see often, but I’m liking it.  This book is the classic poem/song; nothing is added.  However, the pictures are fresh, fun, and almost whimsical like.  A treat of a book for sure. 

I was definitely not expecting to like this book; I thought it was a Christmas spinoff of the Fiona the Hippo book.  However, a cute story about a cute hippo that just wanted to know what Christmas was is definitely worth a checkout.   

Apparently this book is now a Netflix movie; and if it’s as lovely as this book’s story and illustrations than it will be fabulous.  This feel good book about a caring little girl and a baby Jesus is just sweet.

A book with rhythm, rhyming, and the ability to pull on your Mom heartstrings is a definite read this holiday season.  If you know someone that will be a new mom this Holiday season this book would make for an excellent gift.  It’s sweet and full everything nice. 

For the first week we had this book checked out I had no idea it was a Christmas book.  It’s not your typical Christmas book, but it is a lovely story about a family separated by the US/Mexico border celebrating Las Posadas.  This is the perfect Holiday season feel good story.

A gift for Little Bunny Boo-Boo was left under Bear and Esme’s tree.  They have to travel through treacherous terrain to deliver the gift, but making a new friend proves it to be worth it.

A lovely Santa story that explains the reason for the season.    

Beautifully illustrated with a twist on the classic night before Christmas Story.

This story has had me gushing over it’s illustrations from first sight. Add the fact that this story explains why Santa has reindeer, and you’ll love this story of one reindeer’s courage.

Could Santa be their substitute?  This new Santa looking substitute sure has a magical effect on Jack and his class.

From the author of There’s a Monster in Your Book comes another fun interactive story that will have you touching your nose and naming reindeer.  It’s a fun story that’s definitely worth a checkout.

Robin may be the nicest little bird with all the stylish vests.  His selflessness is a beautiful reminder. 

Whether it’s siblings or best friends there’s always one who is the bigger talker.  Greta is definitely the talker, but on Christmas Eve something Gracie does will leave Greta speechless. 

Freddy loves Santa, but he also wants to catch him.  He pulls out all the fancy tricks and traps, but it may not be enough to catch the big guy. 

A simple rhyming story about a gift Santa can’t find. 

This rhyming Christmas book is for fans of big trucks and construction vehicles. 

To be honest this would be my first fiction story by ATK.  I own many of their cookbooks, but this Christmas picture book is cute. Though the writing doesn’t leave me in love the story is cute.  The Holidays and cookies are a big deal; a cute book about cookies with a yummy recipe at the end is definitely one to check out. 

I adore A Bad Kitty Christmas and was actually surprised there was another Bad Kitty Christmas book.  Bruel’s latest Bad Kitty book is not as wordy, great illustrations, and a funny story.  Definitely one to check out. 

Cat owners and cat lovers will definitely need to read this fun Christmas book.  It’s surprisingly fun.

Reynolds writes such poignant and inspiring books, and I was ecstatic to come across a Christmas book by him.  This story is silly yet sweet reminding readers that the size of a gift is not what’s most important. 

I’m not sure if there’s anything better than rhyming text, trains, and fun illustrations, but little ones will adore this Christmas book. 


What are your favorite must read Christmas books?  I love adding books to my must read list. 

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