Seasonal & Holidays
25 Best-Selling Children's Christmas Books
There are snowmen to save, elves to meet, and even Santa-catching tips in this collection of best-selling Christmas books for kids.
Everyone knows it's not Christmas without the Grinch and a ride on the Polar Express. But there are lots more lovable characters waiting to join story time this month. Discover some new holiday classics for kiddos of all ages in this roundup of best-selling children's Christmas books, plus special editions of favorites for the whole family.
The Littlest Elf — Paperback, $4.99
"From the New York Times bestselling team that brought us 'The Littlest Pilgrim' comes a sweet new holiday follow-up filled with Christmas cheer and adorable stickers!"
How the Grinch Stole Christmas! — Hardcover, $9.60
"No holiday season is complete without the Grinch, Max, Cindy-Lou, and all the residents of Who-ville, in this heartwarming story about the effects of the Christmas spirit on even the smallest and coldest of hearts. Like mistletoe, candy canes, and caroling, the Grinch is a mainstay of the holidays, and his story is the perfect gift for young and old."
The Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving — Paperback, $2.72
"In 'The Berenstain Bears and The Joy of Giving' Brother and Sister Bear can't wait for Christmas and all the presents they'll open. But during the Christmas Eve pageant, something special happens! The Bear cubs learn a very valuable lesson about the joy of giving to others."
Little Blue Truck's Christmas — Hardcover, $10.08
"It's the most wonderful time of the year! Little Blue Truck is spreading cheer by delivering Christmas trees to his animal friends. Can you help count each green tree from one to five and back again? Don’t forget to save one for Blue! Beep! Beep!"
Polar Express 30th Anniversary Edition — Hardcover, $15.18
"For millions of readers worldwide, this mysterious journey to the North Pole has become a beloved classic. In this 30th Anniversary Edition, the inimitable artistry of Chris Van Allsburg is revealed in a never-before-seen fashion, with a new jacket design and expanded interior layout. Includes author’s note, downloadable audio read by Liam Neeson, and golden 'All Aboard' ornament."
How to Catch an Elf — Hardcover, $8.82
"You've been waiting all year long, and now it's finally Christmas Eve! Is this the year you'll finally catch an elf? Start a new Christmas tradition with this hilarious children's book from the creators of the New York Times best-seller 'How to Catch a Leprechaun'!"
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever — Paperback, $4.87
"The Herdmans 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."
Sneezy the Snowman — Hardcover, $33.82
"A snowman keeps doing things that make him melt, but the kids build him up again."
A Wish to Be a Christmas Tree — Hardcover, $12.89
"This charming tale of an overgrown pine always being passed by for Christmas, and what his woodland friends do to help him, is sure to become a Christmas classic."
Biscuit's Christmas Storybook Collection — Hardcover, $6
"Merry Christmas, Biscuit! This storybook collection brings nine of your favorite Biscuit titles together for the first time ever! The collection includes 'Biscuit's Snowy Day,' 'Biscuit Gives a Gift,' 'Biscuit's Christmas Eve,' 'Biscuit's Show and Share Day,' 'Biscuit Wants to Play,' 'Biscuit Visits the Big City,' 'Biscuit and the Lost Teddy Bear,' 'Biscuit's Christmas,' and 'Biscuit Goes to School.'"
How to Catch Santa — Hardcover, $13.28
"Two sibling narrators give clever tips for 'catching' Santa (be crafty! be clever! be gentle!) on Christmas Eve. Filled with humor and holiday warmth, this is a jolly read-aloud for the whole family to enjoy!"
Merry Christmas — Board Book, $4.21
"With exciting textures to touch and feel this interactive first book is the perfect Christmas gift for your baby."
Pete the Cat Saves Christmas — Hardcover, $14.78
"In this rockin' spin on the traditional tale 'The Night Before Christmas,' Pete the Cat proves that giving your all in the spirit of Christmas is the totally groovy thing to do."
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer — Hardcover, $3.99
"Children ages 3-6 will love to read this Little Golden Book retelling of the classic 1964 holiday TV special, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. All of the other reindeer make fun of Rudolph and won't let him play in their reindeer games because he's different. But when Christmas is almost cancelled because of a huge snowstorm, Rudolph comes to the rescue with his wonderful shiny red nose."
Llama Llama Jingle Bells — Board Book, $5.38
"With short and simple rhyming text, the Llama Llama board books introduce Llama Llama to babies and toddlers before they’re ready for longer full-length stories. And their small size and durable pages are perfect for little hands."
Christmas Fun Mad Libs: Deluxe Edition — Paperback, 5.26
"This deluxe edition of Christmas Fun Mad Libs features a festive, full-color interior and bright and shiny red and green foil on the cover. It's the perfect stocking stuffer for kids and adults who can't get enough Christmas fun!"
God Gave Us Christmas — Hardcover, $7.77
"This enchanting tale provides the perfect opportunity to help young children celebrate the true meaning of Christmas and to discover how very much God loves them."
The Itsy Bitsy Snowman — Board Book, $5.39
"A fun and playful seasonal twist on 'The Itsy Bitsy Spider' makes this favorite nursery rhyme perfect for wintertime!"
Bear Stays Up for Christmas — Hardcover, $8.95
"Bear's friends are determined to keep Bear awake for Christmas! So they wake Bear up and have him help them find a Christmas tree, bake cakes, hang up stockings, and sing Christmas songs. Bear stays up — by discovering that giving is one of the best Christmas presents of all!"
The Christmas Wish — Hardcover, $14.28
"In the tradition of 'The Snowman,' 'The Polar Express,' and the many books of Jan Brett this cozy Nordic tale filled with extraordinary photographs will have readers of all ages believing in the magic of Christmas. This is one to pull out every year and savor."
Merry Christmas, Stinky Face — Paperback, $3.99
"Stinky Face loves Christmastime...but he still has plenty of questions. What if a big, wintry wind blows his Christmas tree away? What if one of the reindeer gets his antlers stuck in the branches that hang over the roof? Luckily, his imaginative Mama knows how to reassure him that Christmas will be magical!"
The Night Before Christmas — Hardcover, $3.99
"This 1949 Little Golden Book edition of the famous poem, 'The Night Before Christmas,' was a staple in the Golden Book line for many years. Recently found in the Golden Books archives, Corinne Malvern's artwork for this title has been digitized and beautifully reproduced for today's kids!"
The Christmas Story — Hardcover, $4.74
"First published in 1952, this classic Little Golden Book retelling of the Christmas story was illustrated by beloved artist Eloise Wilkin. Its simple but poetic text gently invites children to hear the story of Jesus' birth in a stable in Bethlehem."
The Sweet Smell of Christmas Scented Storybook — Hardcover, $5.64
"It's time to celebrate the sights and smells of Christmas in this classic scratch-and sniff book. Join Little Bear as he prepares for the holidays, all the while giving readers a chance to smell six wonderful scents including apple pie, christmas tree, hot chocolate, and more!"
Merry Christmas Mom and Dad — Paperback, $3.55
"Mercer Mayer's very popular character stars in a getting-ready-for-Christmas picture book."
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