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.
