Picture Books
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Little Robin's Christmas
Jan Fearnley - Little Tiger Pr
Format: Hardcover
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Having given away all his warm vests to his cold animal friends during the week before Christmas, Little Robin receives a special reward from Santa. |
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elf-on-the-shelf
carol-v-aebersold - FisicalBook
Format: Hardcover
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Year after year, children and adults alike are baffled by the mystery of how Santa really knows whos been naughty or nice. After much urging by the elves and Mrs. Claus, Santa has allowed his biggest secret to be revealed in The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition. At the start... |
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Little Robin's Christmas
Jan Fearnley - Little Tiger Pr
Format: Hardcover
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Having given away all his warm vests to his cold animal friends during the week before Christmas, Little Robin receives a special reward from Santa. |
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Amelia Bedelia and the Christmas List
Herman Parish
Format: Paperback
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Put Amelia Bedelia on your list!What happens when Amelia Bedelia goes shopping for the holidays? She's got a list and she's checking it twice. But everything she needs to buy is a compound word. Amelia Bedelia compounds the confusion as only she can. Pull back the flaps to find... |
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Little Santa
Jon Agee - Dial Books; First Edition edition
Format: Hardcover
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Ever wonder what Santa was like as a child? Award-winning author/illustrator Jon Agee brings us the funny, playful answer in this Christmas picture book destined to become a classic.Little Santa loves the North Pole. The rest of his family? Not so much. So, when they decide to move to Florida,... |
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Daddy Christmas and Hanukkah Mama
Selina Alko - Knopf Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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I am a mix of two traditions. From Daddy Christmas and Hanukkah Mama. How lucky am I? Holiday time at Sadie's house means golden gelt sparkling under the Christmas tree, candy canes hanging on eight menorah branches, voices uniting to sing carols about Macabees and the manger, and latkes... |
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Little Robin's Christmas
Jan Fearnley - Little Tiger Pr
Format: Hardcover
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Having given away all his warm vests to his cold animal friends during the week before Christmas, Little Robin receives a special reward from Santa. |
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Bear's Christmas Star
Mireille d'Allance - Margaret K. McElderry Books
Format: Hardcover
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Bear wants to help Papa trim the Christmas tree, but Papa says he's too small. It's not fair! Papa soon realizes, though, that he neeeds some help -- and Bear is just the right size for the job. Beautifully illustrated and simply told, Bear's Christmas Star is a joyful... |
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"Im Not Santa!" (Im Not! Picture Book, An)
Jonathan Allen - Hyperion Book CH
Format: Hardcover
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Baby Owl is just out in the snowy woods, playing with his sled ... so why does Baby Hare insist on mistaking him for Santa? Is Santa the only one allowed to wear a red hat? And doesnt Baby Hare know the difference between a sled and a sleigh?Itll take no less than a surprise visit from... |
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Mrs. Claus Takes A Vacation
Linas Alsenas - Scholastic Press; 1 edition
Format: Hardcover
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A Reindeer-Driven Life: In this funny, sweet, and charming picture book debut, Mrs. Claus leaves the snow (and her husband) behind in order to see the world . . . and get back in time for Christmas.Mrs. Claus needs to get out of the house. The endless snow at the North Pole is getting... |
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An Amish Christmas
Richard Ammon - Atheneum
Format: Hardcover
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A young Amish boy describes the joys experienced in his community during the Christmas season, such as going to the evening skating party, playing with friends, visiting with relatives, and more. |
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Merry Christmas, Merry Crow
Kathi Appelt - Harcourt
Format: Book
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A broken chain, a piece of string, a bottle cap . . . To most people, these things are useless trash. But to a clever crow, they're just what he needs to create a special surprise--a beautiful Christmas tree that everyone can treasure. Told in jaunty rhyme by Kathi Appelt and lavishly... |
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Nutquacker
Mary Jane Auch - Holiday House
Format: Hardcover
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When one little duck becomes too eager to wait for the Christmas surprise, she sets off on her own into the wood to find out the secret, yet after a grand adventure, she returns home just in time for the Christmas party. |
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Here Comes Santa Claus
Gene Autry - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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Complete with lyrics, this colorfully illustrated holiday tale provides the whole story to this classic Christmas song about a curious North Pole puppy and his wonderful journey aboard Santas sleigh. |
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When Santa Was a Baby
Linda Bailey - Tundra Books
Format: Hardcover
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Santa's parents think their little one is absolutely wonderful, even though he has a booming voice instead of a baby's gurgle, loves to stand in front of the refrigerator, gives his birthday presents away, trains his hamsters to pull a matchbox sleigh ... and has an unusual interest... |
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Bah! Humbug?
Lorna Balian - Star Bright Books
Format: Hardcover
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Margies bossy older brother, Arthur, believes that Santa Claus is a humbug and he plans to prove it by creating a trap to catch him. But Arthur might be wrong about Santa after all. . Lorna Balians charming story is reissued with full color added by her daughter, Lecia. |
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What's Coming for Christmas?
Kate Banks - Farrar
Format: Print book
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You can see it in the way the snowman's eyes sparkle. Hear it in the voices of carolers echoing in the streets, and in the sounds of children trimming the tree. You can feel it in the warm fire dancing in the hearth. Meanwhile, the mother hen hushes her chicks, the pigs' little tails curl... |
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Ernest's Special Christmas (Ernest series)
Laura T. Barnes - Barnesyard Books
Format: Hardcover
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In this charming barnyard tale, Ernest, a tiny, loveable donkey, and his farmyard friends demonstrate the power of love and selflessness—the true gifts of the holiday season. When Ernest discovers his friend Chester is missing on Christmas Eve, he must enlist his friends, large and small,... |
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Arthur's Christmas: An Arthur Adventure (Arthur Adventures)
Marc Brown - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Paperback
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BESTSELLING CLASSIC SERIES! More than 5 million Arthur Adventure books sold!Arthur discovers the spirit of Christmas! Christmas is only days away, and Arthur is taking his Christmas shopping for Santa very seriously. He wants his gift to be absolutely perfect, but with the clock ticking,... |
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Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree
Robert Barry - Doubleday Book for Young Readers
Format: Print book
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Mr. Willowby's Christmas tree Came by special delivery. Full and fresh and glistening green--The biggest tree he'd ever seen.That was the trouble. The tree was so tall, it couldn't stand up straight in his parlor. Mr. Willowby asked his butler to chop off the top of the tree. What... |
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Nonna Tell Me a Story: Lidia's Christmas Kitchen
Lidia Bastianich - Running Press Kids; First Edition edition
Format: Print book
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America’s favorite Italian-American cook, Lidia Bastianich, shares the story of the Christmases she used to celebrate in Italy with her five grandchildren.When Lidia was a child, she spent Christmas with her grandparents, where she learned to cook with her Nonna Rosa by preparing... |
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The Christmas Baby (Classic Board Books)
Marion Dane Bauer - Little Simon
Format: Board book
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This beautiful retelling of the Nativity story that celebrates the timeless joy of Christmas and of welcoming a new baby into the world is now available as a Classic Board Book!. Have you heard? A baby is coming! Our baby is here? When Mary and Josephs child was born, the good tidings spread... |
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CHRISTMAS FOR BEAR
BONNY BECKER - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover
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Bear's minimalist holiday celebration has an eager Mouse feeling a bit anxious in this humorous and heartwarming story about the unlikely, lovable pair.One frosty night, Bear hears a tap, tap, tapping on his front door. "Merry Christmas!" cries Mouse. Mouse is there for a Christmas... |
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The Christmas Crocodile
Bonny Becker - Simon & Schuster Childrens Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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One Christmas Eve, Alice Jayne finds a crocodile under the tree, and before long he has eaten the Christmas roast and all the presents, leaving everyone anxious to get rid of him, except for Alice Jayne. |
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Madeline In America And Other Holiday Tales
Ludwig Bemelmans - Arthur A. Levine Books
Format: Hardcover
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Featuring a brand new story, two delightful holiday tales, family reminiscences, and artwork selected from the family archives, the first new Madeline book in fifteen years brings to life the beloved red-headed heroine as she embarks on an amazing adventure in America. 125,000 first printing. |
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Madeline's Christmas
Ludwig Bemelmans - Viking
Format: Print book
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"That old house in Paris that is covered with vines' still holds the irrepressible Madeline, who here manages to keep things going when everyone is sick abed Christmas Eve....The pictures are vintage Bemelmans -- brisk, energetic, and strikingly composed." BOOKLIST |
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Frankenstein's Fright Before Christmas
Ludworst Bemonster - Feiwel & Friends
Format: Book
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'Twas the night before Christmas and poor Miss DevelWas hassled and harried and not feeling well...Off in the distance she heard such a clatterShe sprang from her slab to see what was the matter.Off down the stairs she flew like a flash,Threw open the doors just in time for the... CRASH!"The... |
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The Berenstain Bears Trim the Tree: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids
Jan Berenstain - HarperFestival
Format: Paperback
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Your family will share the joy of the Bear family as they gather to trim the tree! Includes thirteen flaps that open to reveal hidden holiday surprises.Christmas is just around the corner, and everyone in the Bear family wants to help decorate the tree!Kids 2-6 will enjoy lifting the flaps... |
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The Berenstain Bears Go Christmas Caroling
Mike Berenstain - Zonderkidz
Format: Paperback
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In The Berenstain Bears Go Christmas Caroling, the whole Bear family is invited by the Bear Country Carolers for a round of Christmas Eve celebrations. Join Mama, Papa, Brother, Sister and Honey as they venture together in the snowy, cold night to travel from door to door singing Christmas... |
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The Berenstain Bears Save Christmas
Stan Berenstain - HarperCollins
Format: Book
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Happy Holidays!Well, maybe not so happy as far as Mama Bear is concerned. She misses Christmas past, when her family gathered together around a little tree, with feelings of love and goodwill. But this year it seems as if everybody in Bear Country has gone Christmas-crazy -- fighting for the last... |
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Santa Retires
David Biedrzycki - Charlesbridge
Format: Hardcover
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After an exhausting Christmas, Santa and Mrs. Claus head for sunny Mistletoe Island, where they surf, golf, and learn the hula. They even start eating healthy. (No more cookies and milk!) Vacation is so much fun that Santa decides to retire, much to the reindeer and elves dismay. Can there... |
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Pig the Elf
Aaron Blabey - Scholastic Inc.
Format: Hardcover
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Santa was coming! 'Twas bigger than big!No one loves Christmas more than Pig. And the world's greediest pug will stay up all night to get his presents! When Pig yips at Santa and finds himself joining in on the flying sleigh ride, things quickly get out of hand in a way that is pure... |
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Just Right for Christmas
Birdie Black - Nosy Crow; Reprint edition
Format: Hardcover
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In this celebration of the joy of giving, one snowy Christmas eve, a king buys some soft, red cloth to make the perfect Christmas gift for his daughter. Little does he know that the left-over cloth will be used to make presents for many more of the kingdom’s inhabitants, right down... |
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Snowed Under and Other Christmas Confusions
Serge Bloch - Union Square Kids
Format: Hardcover
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A snow storm the day before Christmas causes a boy many worries, which are not helped by such confusing phrases as "Dont be a wet blanket" and "Thats the way the cookie crumbles." |
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Paddington Bear and the Christmas Surprise
Michael Bond - HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Print book
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Christmas is coming, and Paddington has saved just enough bun money to take the entire Brown family to Barkridges store for a holiday adventure. But things don't turn out at all as Paddington had planned...and Barkridges may never be the same! Leave it to Paddington, that beloved bear... |
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Christmas Parade
Sandra Boynton - Little Simon
Format: Hardcover
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A delightful Christmas picture book filled with hilarious characters and dynamic art from the one and only Sandra Boynton!BOOM biddy BOOM biddy BOOM BOOM BOOM!What's that noise filling the room? From this rousing beginning unfolds Christmas Parade, a merry picture book from Sandra Boynton.As... |
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Gingerbread Mouse
Katy Bratun - HarperCollins
Format: Paperback
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A heartwarming Christmas story about a place to call homeOn a snowy winters night, Mouse is snug in her bed. Then ... crack! A tree branch falls and destroys her house! Its up to Mouse to find a new place to live in time for her to enjoy the season. With determination, resourcefulness,... |
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The Animals' Santa
Jan Brett - G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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When Big Snowshoe tells Little Snow that the animals' Santa is coming with presents for everyone, Little Snow wants to know who he is. The animals say they have never seen him. Maybe he's a badger, a moose, a polar bear, or a wolf, they tell him. But this spunky little rabbit... |
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Gingerbread Christmas
Jan Brett - G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
Format: Print book
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Jan Brett's beloved character the Gingerbread Baby returns in a fun-filled Christmas caper! Gingerbread Baby and his friend, Matti, take his gingerbread band to the Christmas Festival where they are a hit until the aroma of gingerbread reaches the children, signaling that it is time... |
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Home for Christmas
Jan Brett - G.P. Putnams Sons Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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A warm, fun-loving Christmas picture book for families to share and love and laugh over together.A grumpy little troll runs away from home because he doesnt want to do his chores. Rollo tries living with various woodland animals, but he finds out that there is no place like home, and returns... |
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Who's That Knocking on Christmas Eve?
Jan Brett - Spoken Arts
Format: Book
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Every year, trolls knock down Kyri's door and gobble up her Christmas feast. But this year, the trolls are in for a surprise: a boy and his pet ice bear on their way to Oslo have come in from the cold. And once the ice bear is finished with the trolls, you can bet they won't come... |
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The Wild Christmas Reindeer
Jan Brett - G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers; 1st edition
Format: Hardcover
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For two decades, readers have loved this classic Christmas story, which was one of the first children's books to hit the New York Times bestseller list. Now, this beautiful 20th anniversary edition, with a foil cover and a heartfelt note from Jan herself, makes a perfect introduction... |
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Christmas Angel
Quinlan B Lee - Scholastic Inc.
Format: Book
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Before Clifford was a big red dog, he was a very small puppy.It's Christmastime! Clifford loves the presents, the parties, and the yummy food. Decorating the big tree is especially fun! But what do those things really have to do with the holiday spirit?
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Mucky Pups Christmas
Ken Brown - Dutton Childrens Books
Format: Hardcover
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When Mucky Pup is banished from the farmhouse for "spoiling" Christmas, he spends the night in the barn with the other animals thinking that Christmas does not seem like much fun. |
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Arthur's Christmas: An Arthur Adventure
Marc Tolon Brown - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Christmas is only days away and Arthur can't find the perfect gift to give Santa! Finally, he has an idea and with a little help from his sister, Christmas will be a success! |
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Arthurs Perfect Christmas
Marc Tolon Brown - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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While at first Arthur thought it was going to be a perfect Christmas, hes not so sure anymore. It hasnt snowed, the tree is decorated with trolls and unicorns, Dad decides to make an authentic "ancient" Christmas dinner, and Arthur accidentally breaks his gift for Mom. While Francine... |
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Christmas in the Barn
Margaret Wise Brown - Harper
Format: Print book
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From the bestselling author of classics like Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny comes a Christmas story sure to delight generations of new readers. In this reissued edition by Margaret Wise Brown, Christmas in the Barn tells a childlike interpretation of the Nativity story with new full-color... |
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Santa Mouse
Michael Brown - Barnes & Noble Books
Format: Hardcover
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clean, tight, small childs name written on name plate or would be listed as new. |
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Santa Mouse, Where Are You? (A Santa Mouse Book)
Michelle Brown - Little Simon
Format: Hardcover
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Santas littlest helper gets lost and must find his way back to Santas sleigh in time to save Christmas in this delightful holiday picture book.Every Christmas, Santa Mouse becomes Santas little helper. This year, when Santas ready to take off in his sleigh, Santa Mouse scurries onto his shoulder... |
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Bad Kitty: Searching for Santa
Nick Bruel - Roaring Brook Press
Format: Hardcover
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In Bad Kitty: Searching for Santa, written and illustrated by Nick Bruel, Kitty's back for another Christmas tale -- this time involving Santa and complete with a colorful poster! In this hilarious story, Kitty battles with Santa and loses. Or does she... |
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Babar and Father Christmas
Jean de Brunhoff - Random House
Format: Hardcover
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Babar journeys to distant Pipjeswa in search of Father Christmas, hoping to bring the yuletide spirit to all his elephant friends |
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Merry Christmas, Mr. Mouse
Caralyn Buehner - Dial Books
Format: Hardcover
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From the creators of the New York Times bestseller Snowmen at Night comes a lively story about discovering the joy and meaning of ChristmasWhen Mr. Mouse and his family move into the warm spot beneath the kitchen stove in a big house, they discover something new and wonderful: an evergreen... |
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Snowmen at Christmas
Caralyn Buehner - Dial
Format: Hardcover
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Snowmen at Night shared with us the magical, slip-sliding adventures of snowmen after dark . . . but have you ever wondered what snowmen do for Christmas? Well, now's your chance to find out! The snowmen are back, and this time they're celebrating Christmas - the snowman way!This... |
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Katie the Candy Cane Fairy
Tim Bugbird - Make Believe Ideas
Format: Print book
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"Katie and her sisters star in an amazing Christmas show, brought to life by their extra-special candy canes. One year, just days before the show, the canes' magical stripes disappear. The fairies fear the show will be a disaster, but when they follow their hearts, they discover... |
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Carters Christmas (Cloverleaf Books ™ — Fall and Winter Holidays)
Lisa Bullard - Millbrook Press ™
Format: Hardcover
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Christmas is coming! Carter and Grandma shop for gifts, visit Santa, pick out a tree, and decorate cookies. On Christmas Eve, they go to church. Then they open presents and share a big meal with family on Christmas Day. Find out how people celebrate this special time of year! |
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Christmas Cricket
Eve Bunting - Clarion Books
Format: Hardcover
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In a California garden on a rainy night, Cricket feels small and worthless. He hops up some steps and finds himself in a place filled with light and warmth and a tall, sparkling tree. He begins to sing but is scared into silence by two voices, one big and one small. It is then that he makes... |
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The Nightmare Before Christmas
Tim Burton - Hyperion Book CH; 1st edition
Format: Book
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Jack Skellington, the king of Halloween, accidentally stumbles into Christmas Town and decides to take over, kidnapping the real Santa and delivering scary toys and decorations to everyone
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One Christmas Night
M. Christina Butler - Good Books
Format: Hardcover
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Christmas is around the corner and Little Hedgehog is not ready. Mouse helps transform his home into a magic Christmas-y cave, but Little Hedgehog still needs presents for his friends! Lovely illustrations of Little Hedgehog?s cozy home and an enchanting woodland are enhanced with sparkling... |
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One Cozy Christmas: Little Hedgehog & Friends
M. Christina Butler - Tiger Tales
Format: Hardcover
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Little Hedgehog and his friends are so excited to spend Christmas together. They pick out a tree and decorate it, then happily go to bed. But the next morning, everyone is grumpy! "You stepped on my paws!" cries Fox. "I cant find my socks!" moans Rabbit. "Who was snoring... |
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One Special Christmas
M Christina Butler - Tiger Tales
Format: Hardcover
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Its Christmas Eve, and Santa is sick! He cant deliver the presents, so he asks Little Hedgehog to do it for him. Little Hedgehog eagerly sets out with Santas sled, but there are too many presents for one small hedgehog to handle. How will Little Hedgehog ever deliver them in time... |
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Jingle Bells
Nick Butterworth - Orchard Books
Format: Hardcover
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With the help of a wise old rat and a little something left behind from Santa's sleigh, two small mice stir up trouble for Cat in return for his scaring off Santa, in a festively wrapped, colorfully illustrated book. |
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Lighthouse Christmas
Toni Buzzeo - Dial Books
Format: Hardcover
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From the author of the 2013 Caldecott Honor Book, ONE COOL FRIEND!Frances is determined to make Christmas jolly for her younger brother, even if it means joining family on the mainland and leaving Papa behind on their isolated lighthouse island. After all, would Santa even know how to find... |
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Dream Snow
Eric Carle - Philomel Books
Format: Hardcover
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It's December 24th, and the old farmer settles down for a winter's nap, wondering how Christmas can come when there is no snow! It is in his dream that he imagines a snowstorm coming and covering him and his animals - named One, Two, Three, Four and Five - in a snowy blanket. But when the farmer... |
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Harriet and Georges Christmas treat
Nancy L Carlson
Format: Hardcover
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While getting ready for Christmas, Harriet and her friend George try to avoid Ms. Hoozit and her fruitcake, only to miss out on a yummy treat. 40,000 first printing. |
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Where Is Christmas, Jesse Bear?
Bruce Degen - Aladdin
Format: Hardcover
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Where Is Christmas, Jesse Bear? Jesse Bear is looking for Christmas. And he finds it everywhere -- when trimming the tree, baking cookies, and going ice-skating in the park. But Jesse Bear feels Christmas most of all when hes with his family on Christmas Eve, and tucked in his bed waiting... |
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Sad Santa
Tad Carpenter - Sterling Children's Books
Format: Hardcover
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For Santa, December 26th was a horrible, awful day.It was THE WORST DAY OF THE YEAR. Santa gets the post-holiday blues … When the toys are all made, the presents handed out, the Christmas cookies eaten, and the stockings unhung from the chimney with care … Santa is miserable.... |
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Babushka: A Christmas Tale
Dawn Casey - Good Books
Format: Print book
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On the eve of the very first Christmas, an old grandmother is busy tidying her home when a bright star illuminates the sky. Soon three wise men arrive and invite Babushka to join them in their travels - following the star in search of a newborn babe, the Prince of Peace. But there are dishes... |
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A Very Merry Christmas (Disney Classic Pooh)
Lauren Cecil - Grosset & Dunlap
Format: Paperback
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Winnie-the-Pooh is excited to be hosting a Christmas Eve party . . . except he forgot to make all the arrangements until that morning! Now Poohs in a rush to get a tree, decorate his house, and make cookies. Will Pooh Bear be ready in time? Find out in this charming storybook. |
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When Cows Come Home for Christmas
Dori Chaconas - Albert Whitman
Format: Print book
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The cows have come back to the family home, to be together around the Christmas tree. But while dancing the Cowpoke Polka, Moosha crashes through the floor! She is stuck, right in the only place the tree can go. Will Christmas even come this year? |
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Is It Christmas Yet?
Jane Chapman - Tiger Tales
Format: Hardcover
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Christmas is coming, and Teddy is so excited! 'Is it Christmas yet?' he asks Big Bear. 'Soon,' Big Bear replies. Big Bear tells him that first, there are presents to wrap, a cake to bake, a tree to decorate and so much more to do! Teddy desperately wants to help Big Bear get ready, but every... |
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Vegetables in Holiday Underwear
Jared Chapman - Abrams Appleseed
Format: Hardcover
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Celebrate your favorite holiday traditions in this silly romp that's sure to make kids giggle (and want new undies!) There's underwear for every day of the week and every month of the year. But come December, Pea proclaims to everyone who will listen that it's his favorite... |
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Ninja Claus!
Arree Chung - Henry Holt and Co.
Format: Hardcover
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A young ninja has waited all year for Christmas Eve. He puts his skills to the test in the pursuit of one goal -- to catch a glimpse of Santa Claus. But does Santa have some super-special ninja tricks of his own? |
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The Queen and the First Christmas Tree: Queen Charlottes Gift to England
Nancy Churnin - Albert Whitman & Company
Format: Hardcover
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The true story of the kind, unconventional queen who introduced the Christmas tree to her adopted country.. Queen Charlotte brought her familys festive holiday yule bough from Germany to England. While planning a Christmas Day party in 1800 at Windsor Castle for over 100 children, she realized... |
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There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bell!
Lucille Colandro - Cartwheel Books
Format: Audiobook
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A wacky new Christmas version of the classic "There Was an Old Lady" song!This time, the hungry old lady swallows a bell, bows, gifts, a sack, a sleigh, and some reindeer! Shes about to swallow a candy cane for dessert, when she hears a jolly "Ho! Ho! Ho!" Santa Claus... |
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Its Christmas! (Otto the Rhino)
Tracey Corderoy - Tiger Tales
Format: Hardcover
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Otto is SO excited for Christmas! He makes Dads Christmas cookies look even better by adding globs of frosting and LOTS of sprinkles. When Mom uses new ornaments to decorate the Christmas tree, Otto decides that they need all of the old ornaments, too-especially the star that never stops... |
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The Little Fir Tree
Christopher Corr - Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Format: Hardcover
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Deep in the forest, there lived a beautiful little fir tree who longed to see the world. When the tree is taken to town at Christmas, it feels like all his dreams have come true. But what will happen the day after? Find out in this beautifully illustrated modern retelling of Hans Christian... |
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Click, Clack, Ho! Ho! Ho!
Doreen Cronin - Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Format: Print book
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Santa comes to the barnyard in this holiday addition to the award-winning Click, Clack series from the New York Times bestselling and Caldecott winning team who brought you Click, Clack, Moo and Click, Clack, Peep!It's the night before Christmas and all through the farm, not a creature... |
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Merry Christmas, Curious George
H. A. Rey - HMH Books; 2nd Edition edition
Format: Hardcover
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Its Christmastime! And irrepressible, excitable Curious George has just the spirit for it. He cant wait to help his best friend, The Man with the Yellow Hat, pick out their holiday tree. At the tree farm, however, amid all the excitement of finding the perfect specimen, George gets carried... |
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Thats Good! Thats Bad!
Margery Cuyler - Henry Holt and Company
Format: Paperback
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A little boy has a comical series of adventures and misadventures with a bunch of wild animals in Thats Good! Thats Bad! by Margery Cuyler with full color illustrations by David Catrow.A visit to the zoo turns into a high-flying trip as a shiny red balloon carries a little boy into the animals... |
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Peter Claus and the Naughty List
Lawrence David - Doubleday Books for Young Readers; First edition
Format: Hardcover
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Naughty or nice? Peter Claus thinks this yearly question is most unfair. As Santas son, he should know. For the second year in a row his name appears on the dreaded Naughty List. That means no presents for Christmas! But Peter doesnt remember misbehaving - at least not enough to deserve... |
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Deck the Walls: A Wacky Christmas Carol
Erin Dealey - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Hardcover
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Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la la la la la. How wonderful the old carol sounds. A vision of warm family gatherings peacefully celebrating the holiday season comes to mind. But wait, this doesn't sound like a peaceful family get-together. What is happening here?... |
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Pete the Cat Saves Christmas
James Dean - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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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. This updated edition of Pete the Cat Saves Christmas, a New York Times bestseller by James Dean and Eric Litwin,... |
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Pete the Cats 12 Groovy Days of Christmas
James Dean - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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This New York Times bestselling Pete the Cat hardcover picture book is a perfect Christmas gift for Pete the Cat fans who are eagerly awaiting Santas arrival!Pete and his friends are rockin and groovin while counting down the days to Christmas! Who needs five golden rings, when you can have... |
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Two Christmas Mice
Corinne Demas - Holiday House; First Edition edition
Format: Hardcover
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Annamouse, who lives alone, needs decorations for her Christmas tree but cant get to the store because of the deep snow. Willamouse, who also lives alone, needs a tree for her Christmas decorations but she cant get to the store either. Will Santamouse know to come to their homes? These... |
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The Birds of Bethlehem
Tomie dePaola - G.P. Putnams Sons Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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A perfect first Christmas book . This inventive and fresh Nativity story is told from a birds-eye view. On the morning of the first Christmas, the birds of Bethlehem gather in the fields--not only to eat but to share the exciting news. People from all over have descended on Bethlehem and an angel... |
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Early American Christmas
Tomie dePaola - Holiday House
Format: Hardcover
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The inhabitants of a New England village never make much fuss about Christmas until a new family moves in and celebrates the holiday in a special way |
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Four Friends at Christmas
Tomie dePaola - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers; Reprint edition
Format: Hardcover
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Mister Frog has slept through Christmas every year, and every year he has listened to his three friends talk about how wonderful it is. "Oh, Froggy, you would love it! Turkey, plum pudding, candy canes, lots of good things to eat,"... |
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Guess Whos Coming to Santas for Dinner?
Tomie dePaola - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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With its brightly colored illustrations, playful narration, and seasonal cheer, this rambunctious picture book from Tomie dePaola is sure to be a holiday favorite for the whole family.. This year, Santa and Mrs. Claus are having their entire family over for Christmas dinner. Theres Uncle... |
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Merry Christmas, Strega Nona
Tomie DePaola - Harcourt Brace Jovanovich
Format: Book
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Strega Nona returns with her bumbling assistant, Big Anthony, and Bambolona, the baker's daughter, in time for the big Christmas Eve feast.
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Strega Nona's Gift
Tomie dePaola - Nancy Paulsen Books
Format: Hardcover
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In Strega Nona's village, the holiday season is a time of celebrations - and nothing says celebration like a feast! All the kitchens are bustling from the Feast of San Nicola, when the children choose the food, to the Feast of Epiphany, when someone gets to be king or queen for the day.... |
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Llama Llama Holiday Drama
Anna Dewdney - Viking Books for Young Readers; First Edition edition
Format: Hardcover
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Llama Llama holidays. Jingle music. Lights ablaze. How long till that special date? Llama Llama has to wait. If there's one thing Llama Llama doesn't like, it's waiting. He and Mama Llama rush around, shopping for presents, baking cookies, decorating the tree . . . but how long... |
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The Not Very Merry Pout-Pout Fish
Deborah Diesen - Farrar Straus Giroux, 2015.
Format: Print book
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"A gift should be big,And a gift should be bright.And a gift should be perfect-Guaranteed to bring delight.And a gift should have meaningPlus a bit of bling-zing,So I'll shop till I dropFor each just-right thing!"Will Mr. Fish find perfect gifts for everyone on his list? Will... |
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Pout-Pout Fish: Christmas Spirit (A Pout-Pout Fish Paperback Adventure)
Deborah Diesen - Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Format: Paperback
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The star of the New York Times bestselling series is back, celebrating the Christmas season in this new 8x8 paperback of Pout-Pout Fish: Christmas Spirit from Deborah Diesen and illustrator Dan Hanna.. Mr. Fish cant find his Christmas spirit! How can he get it back? Can his friends help... |
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Disneys A Christmas Carol: The Movie Storybook (Movie Storybook, The)
Disney Books - Disney Press
Format: Hardcover
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The timeless tale of an old miser who must face Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet-to-Come, is re-imagined by cinematic visionary Robert Zemeckis. The three Ghosts remind Scrooge of the man he once used to be, the cold truth of who he is today, and what will happen if Scrooge does... |
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Elena of Avalor Feliz Navidad: A Royal Christmas
Tom Rogers - Disney Press
Format: Hardcover
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Elena decides to host one big Navidad celebration in the park so everyone can celebrate together. But each community is trying to prove that their traditions are the best. Can Elena help her subjects see what the holidays are really about? |
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Donald's Christmas Gift (Mickey Mouse Clubhouse)
Sheila Sweeny Higginson - Disney Press
Format: Paperback
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Meeska, Mooska, Mickey Mouse! Welcome to the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse! Join Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Pluto in two ready-to-read tales that teach valuable lessons about letters, numbers, shapes, decision-making, and friendshipMerry Christmas! Join Mickey and Donald as they... |
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Mickeys Christmas Carol
Walt Disney - Mouse Works
Format: Hardcover
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Disney characters assume the roles of the Cratchits, Scrooge, and the other members of this classic Christmas story. |
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Christmas in the Castle
RH Disney - RH/Disney
Format: Paperback
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Find out how Merida, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Belle, and the rest of the Disney princesses celebrate Christmas. This full-color storybook, with fun flaps to lift on each spread, makes a royally good holiday gift for girls ages 3-7. |
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Sofia the First Sofia's First Christmas
Disney Book Group - Disney Press
Format: Hardcover
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Sofia loves the holiday season of Wassailia, but this year, she gets to celebrate Christmas for the first time ever! She can't wait to visit her good friend, Vivian, see a foreign kingdom, and experience all of the wonderful traditions of Christmas. But during her visit, two friendly... |
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The Broken Ornament
Tony DiTerlizzi - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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When a beloved ornament breaks, will it ruin the holidays or save them? New York Times bestselling author and Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator Tony DiTerlizzi offers a brand-new Christmas story that is sure to be a holiday classic.Jack wants this to be the best Christmas ever,... |
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When Posey Peeked at Christmas
Ann Dixon - Albert Whitman & Company
Format: Hardcover
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Posey loves Christmas, especially the presents! She shakes and squeezes each gift--whats inside? And one afternoon, when shes alone, Posey picks up a present and lifts the wrapping just a little. |
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Cookiesaurus Christmas
Amy Fellner Dominy - Disney-Hyperion
Format: Hardcover
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Cookiesaurus Rex may not be your usual holiday treat, but he has plenty of Christmas spirit. He would like nothing more than to make it onto Santa's cookie plate. After all, the Big Guy should have only the best cookie to take back to the North Pole. But Mr. Spatula chooses Star, then... |
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Stick Man
Julia Donaldson - Arthur A. Levine Books
Format: Hardcover
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From superstars Donaldson and Scheffler, a heartwarming holiday tale.Stick Man lives in the family treeWith his Stick Lady Love and their stick children three.But one day, Stick Man is carried off by a mischievous dog who wants to play fetch! Things go from bad to worse as Stick Man is carried... |
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Small, Medium & Large
Jane Monroe Donovan - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Hardcover
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It is the season of Christmas, and that means it is time to trim the tree, decorate the halls, and, most importantly of all, write to Santa with a heartfelt wish for the perfect present. While other children may be dreaming of new toys under the tree or stockings filled with treats, one little... |
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Diego Saves Christmas
Alexis Romay - Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon; Stk edition
Format: Paperback
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Santas reindeer are stuck in the snow! Will Diego and his strong friend Linda the Llama be able to rescue them? Or will Christmas be ruined? Join Diego and his rainforest friends on a Christmas adventure! As an extra bonus, more than 44 stickers are included! |
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Doras Christmas Carol (Dora the Explorer)
Christine Ricci - Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon
Format: Paperback
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Dora helps Swiper discover the meaning of Christmas in this holiday tale. Its Christmas Eve, and Swiper is on Santas naughty list for trying to swipe the Christmas tree star! Dora takes Swiper on a time-traveling adventure to Christmases in the past and in the future to help him discover... |
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Merry Christmas, Ollie board book (Gossie & Friends)
Olivier Dunrea - Clarion Books
Format: Hardcover
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An endearing and beautifully rendered tale sure to be a family favorite. . Its Christmas Eve. Gossie and Gertie hang their bright colored boots in the barn. Peedie and BooBoo hang their striped stockings in the barn. Ollie stomps through the snow. Its not easy to wait for Father Christmas... |
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Sams Christmas Wish
George Durrant - Shadow Mountain
Format: Hardcover
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Sam Edwards isnt looking forward to Christmas, at least not this year. Since losing his job six months before, he hasnt had any luck in finding a new one. He isnt sure how he can give his family a merry Christmas, and the last thing he wants is charity from his neighbors. But when he falls... |
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The Three Bears Christmas
Kathy Duval - Holiday House
Format: Hardcover
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Upon arriving home, the family of three bears discovers that someone has been in their cozy cottage, eaten their gingerbread cookies, and slept in their beds, yet seeing a red coat, black boots, and wrapped presents under the tree, the three bears become delighted when they realize who the surprise... |
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Pashmina the Little Christmas Goat
Geraldine Elschner - Minedition
Format: Hardcover
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When Peters family saves a little goat from being used for the Christmas feast and name him Pashmina, the goat returns their kindness by growing his hair quickly, which they shave and sell at the marketplace, making enough money to support them through the rest of the winter. |
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The Santa Trap
Jonathan Emmett - Peachtree
Format: Hardcover
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A spoiled, greedy, and naughty boy matches wits with Santa Claus in this hilariously "wicked" Christmas read-aloud.Bradley Bartleby is bad. Very bad. In order to avoid Bradleys wrath, his wealthy parents buy him whatever he wants. All the adults in Bradleys life are running scared... |
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Mary Engelbreit’s A Merry Little Christmas Board Book: Celebrate from A to Z
Mary Engelbreit - HarperFestival
Format: Board book
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Celebrate the Christmas season from A to Z with this delightful board book edition of Mary Engelbreits New York Times bestseller A Merry Little Christmas.With angels atop trees, bows tied around presents, and cookies from grandma, Gregory Mouses cheery family celebrates the holidays by sleigh-riding... |
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Nine Days to Christmas: A Story of Mexico
Marie Hall Ets - Dover Publications
Format: Hardcover
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Generations of readers have treasured this 1960 Caldecott Medal winner and its tale of a little Mexican girl's excitement at the approach of Christmas. Ceci eagerly awaits Las Posadas, the traditional nine-day series of yuletide celebrations. This year she'll lead the candlelight... |
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The Gifts They Gave
Patricia Reeder Eubank - Union Square Kids
Format: Hardcover
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Jesus our brother, kind and good,Was humbly born in a stable of wood,And the friendly beasts around him stood,Jesus our brother, kind and good. This beautiful holiday book uses a timeless, beloved Christmas song to tell the story of the nativity. In the manger where Jesus was born, all the animals... |
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Light of Christmas
Richard Paul Evans - Aladdin
Format: Hardcover
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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Christmas Box and The Mistletoe Promise comes a picture book about a boy who learns a lesson about the true meaning of Christmas and what it means to give a gift. High in the mountains lies the town of Noel, surrounded by beautiful white... |
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OLIVIA Claus
Kama Einhorn - Simon Spotlight; Brdbk edition
Format: Hardcover
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It was the night before Christmas, and Olivia discovers that her favorite stuffed monkey, Mathilda, is missing. Not only is Mathilda missing, but other favorites keep disappearing around the house too. In the true spirit of Christmas, Olivia figures out how to not only give but to give... |
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Little Robin's Christmas
Jan Fearnley - Nosy Crow
Format: Hardcover
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One frosty evening, a week before Christmas, Little Robin prepares for the chilly nights to come by washing his seven warm knit vests. But as the days go by, he comes across lots of shivering animals and kindly offers them his vests to wear. By Christmas Eve, Little Robin is cold and alone... |
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The Day Santa Stopped Believing in Harold
Maureen Fergus - Tundra Books
Format: Print book
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Santa has a problem. This kid? Harold? Santa doesn't think he's real. He WANTS to believe in Harold--after all, Harold is one of the most magical parts of Christmas. Getting Harold's letters, eating the cookies he leaves out, feeding his carrots to the reindeer... what would Christmas be without... |
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Santa's Underwear
Marty Rhodes Figley - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Print book
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It's Christmas Eve and Santa is busy getting gussied up for the big night. But when he goes to put on his warm, cozy (holey, ragged) Christmas underwear, they're nowhere to be found! With undies for every occasion, he tries on the rest of his collection. But nothing is quite right. Just... |
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A Christmas Wish for Corduroy
B.G. Hennessy - Viking Children's Books
Format: Hardcover
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Before he met Lisa, Corduroy was just a little bear in the toy department of a big store, waiting for somebody to take him home. It's almost Christmas and Corduroy wishes he could be a child's holiday gift - but he's a plain bear, and nobody seems to notice him. He sets out across... |
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Corduroy's Christmas
Don Freeman - Viking Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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A holiday story starring the classic teddy bear beloved by children for 50 years Celebrate Christmas with everyone's favorite bear and this charming lift-the-flap book. Join in all of Corduroy's holiday activities, from trimming the tree to baking Christmas cookies. Discover... |
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Corduroys Christmas Surprise
Don Freeman - Grosset & Dunlap
Format: Paperback
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Christmas is coming, and Corduroy has a list of gifts hed like from Santa-until he discovers the true meaning of Christmas is not about train sets and ice skates, but about good friends. Celebrate the season with Corduroy in this Christmas story that is sure to be a holiday read-aloud favorite. |
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A Christmas Star Called Hannah
Vivian French - Candlewick Press
Format: Hardcover
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The only kid in her class who is not excited about the Christmas play, Hannah believes that it better to play the part of Mary rather than the star that lights the way to Jesus, but eventually she finds a way to be the best Christmas star ever. |
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The Lost Gift: A Christmas Story
Kallie George - Schwartz & Wade
Format: Hardcover
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In this charming Christmas-themed picture book that feels like a classic, four animals deliver a lost package for Santa. It's Christmas Eve, and Bird, Rabbit, Deer, and Squirrel are eagerly waiting for Santa to fly overhead. When he does, a gift tumbles out of his sleigh, landing in the woods.... |
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Christmas Is...
Gail Gibbons - Holiday House
Format: Paperback
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All of a beloved holidays history and traditions are collected in a colorful, accessible introduction.Christmas is many things to many people. It celebrates the birth of the Christ Child. It is also Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus, angels, lights, Christmas trees, cards, carols, presents,... |
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What Can I Give Him?
Christina Rossetti - Holiday House
Format: Hardcover
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In intertwining stories, a poor shepherd girl who is a witness to the nativity story and a contemporary girl celebrating Christmas with her grandfather must both find a special gift for someone important. |
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Boris and Stella and the Perfect Gift
Dara Goldman - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Hardcover
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Boris is a musician, playing the songs he learned growing up in Russia. Stella is a baker, baking cakes and pastries like her father used to back in Italy. Boris and Stella live in the city and are best friends. They like movies, hats, and each other. At holiday time, Stella wants to give... |
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Presents Through the Window: A Taro Gomi Christmas Book
Taro Gomi - Chronicle Books LLC
Format: Hardcover
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Pink suit. Moustache. Helicopter. This may not be your ordinary Santa, but its still a daunting Christmas Eve challenge! There are so many presents to deliver, and so little time. Its a good thing Santa has a plan. Hell just peek into every window and toss in a gift. Done! The trouble is, Santa... |
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Santa's Secrets Revealed
Barry Gott - Carolrhoda Books
Format: Book
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Grade 1-3–When a cynical boy named Stevie appears on national television denouncing that Santa is a fake, he is swooped up by the jolly old gent and given a grand tour of his operations, including Santa Industries (headquartered in Cleveland), where they "track worldwide naughtiness,"... |
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Santas Stuck
Rhonda Gowler Greene - Puffin Books
Format: Paperback
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This playful picture book answers the age-old question: Just how does Santa shimmy up and down chimneys? Not very easily sometimes! When the rotund fellow with a sweet tooth overdoes it on the snacks, he gets stuck inside a chimney. The reindeer on the roof try pulling him out, to no avail.... |
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The Nutcracker
Michael Hague - SeaStar
Format: Hardcover
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Adventure, fantasy, romance ... a world full of toys and sweets ... and, of course, Christmas - these are the hallmarks of this timeless story, brought theatrically to life by one of Americas favorite illustrators. It is the unforgettable dream of a peculiar Christmas gift - a nutcracker... |
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Annas Wish
Bruno Hachler - NorthSouth
Format: Hardcover
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A magical story about a place where it no longer snows, a childs wish, and the power of wishes. Anna has never seen snowit stopped snowing before she was born. But through the power of her wishes and her faith, Anne brings snow to the village again. Beautiful artwork brings this Christmas... |
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The Twelve Bots of Christmas
Nathan Hale - Walker Childrens
Format: Hardcover
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Take one robotic Santa, nine cyber-reindeer pulling his techno-sleigh, and twelve days of Christmas circuitry and wizardry-and this incredible holiday offering is guaranteed to add up to every gear-heads delight!This unique spin on the familiar song just begs to be read aloud, as it retains... |
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Dear Santa: The Letters of James B. Dobbins
Bill Harley - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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Dear Santa, Here is what I want for Christmas ... From an aquarium (with a piranha) , to earplugs for blocking out his little sister, to a full-size hockey rink, Jimmy wants a lot for Christmas. What Jimmy needs is a little Christmas spirit. A hilarious series of letters to Santa follows... |
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Dinosaur's Night Before Christmas (The Night Before Christmas Series)
Jim Harris - Pelican Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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When a dad is up late on Christmas Eve, he sees on the lawn something pulled by eight huge dinosaurs. The next thing he knows, a T-Rex in red has come down the chimney! This zany children's picture book imagines what happens when Santa concocts some dinosaurs as a Christmas present. |
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Snow Bunnys Christmas Gift
Rebecca Harry - little bee books
Format: Hardcover
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Join Snow Bunny as she makes Christmas gifts for her friends in this sweet, winter-themed picture book.When all of Snow Bunnys friends leave because of the cold, Snow Bunny is sad and lonely. But when she sees a big, shiny button in the snow, she knows just what to do. She spends the rest... |
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Snow Bunnys Christmas Wish
Rebecca Harry - Orchard Books
Format: Hardcover
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The only present Snow Bunny truly wants for Christmas is a friend.. Snow Bunny lives all by herself deep in the wintry forest. When she is too late to mail her letter to Santa, she decides to take it to the North Pole herself. Along the way, she meets other animals who need her help. Its only... |
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The Finest Christmas Tree
Ann Hassett - HMH Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Every year Farmer Tuttle loads his truck with Christmas trees fresh from his farm and drives down to the city to sell them. Then he picks out a special Christmas hat to bring home to Mrs. Tuttle. But one year, people stopped buying real Christmas trees. Fake ones were more convenient, they... |
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Silent Night
Lara Hawthorne - Lincoln Children's Books
Format: Hardcover
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"A standout among books to share on Christmas Eve." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Silent night, holy night All is calm, all is bright Celebrate the magic of Christmas with this beautifully illustrated book, based on the world's best-loved carol. Rediscover the Nativity... |
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Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer
Barbara Shook Hazen - Golden Press
Format: Hardcover
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1958 edition, 1976 printing, 89 cents printed on cover. The story of Rudolph adapted from the famous song. |
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A Christmas Sweater for Nina
Cecilia Heikkila - Crocodile Books
Format: Hardcover
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A heartwarming Christmas story that will delight young readers. During the wintertime, life is not easy for Nina the homeless cat. She lives in the middle of a big city in a house made of cardboard. When it gets cold, Nina puts on her warm, woolly, red sweater. But one day when she's... |
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Tough Cookie: A Christmas Story
Edward Hemingway - Henry Holt and Co.
Format: Hardcover
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When a cookie discovers he does NOT taste delicious, he has to find a new identity in this clever picture book twist on a holiday classic.Once upon a time, while Fox was visiting the land of Holiday Treats, a little cookie -- still warm from the bakery oven -- burst out the front door looking... |
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The Gift of the Magi
O Henry - Ideals Childrens Books
Format: Hardcover
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the classic story of giving is beautifully retold with breathtaking illustrations by an award-winning artist. |
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A Mustache Baby Christmas
Bridget Heos - Clarion Books
Format: Hardcover
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Mustache Baby is headed straight for the naughty list until he figures it out it is much more fun to give than to receive in this hilarious holiday gift book.Billy is an unusual baby - he was born with a mustache! And his pal Javier was born with a beard. Things get even sillier on Christmas... |
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The Littlest Christmas Tree
R. A. Herman - Cartwheel Books
Format: Paperback
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The Littlest Christmas Tree wants to find a home for Christmas in this companion to the bestselling favorite The Littlest Pumpkin.There are only five days until Christmas, and the Littlest Christmas Tree is still waiting for a home. All it wants is for a family to take it home, decorate... |
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Santa Bruce
Ryan T Higgins - Disney-Hyperion
Format: Hardcover
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Bruce is a lot of things. He is a bear. He is a grump. He is a pretty decent cook. And he is a mother.One thing Bruce is not?Santa Claus.But that doesn't stop the whole forest from lining up to give him their Christmas wishes when he becomes the victim of mistaken identity-again.Kids will... |
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I'll Be Home for Christmas
Holly Hobbie - Little, Brown
Format: Print book
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Toot goes to a family reunion in Scotland, promising Puddle that he'll be back in Woodcock Pocket in time for Christmas. However a huge snowstorm strands him far away from home on Christmas Eve. Full-color illustrations. |
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Toot & Puddle: Let It Snow (Toot & Puddle, 11)
Holly Hobbie - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Paperback
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Coming to paperback with a brand new cover just in time for the holidays, this Toot and Puddle story evokes the warmth of friendship and the coziness of the season.How do you find the best Christmas present ever for your best friend in the whole wide world? Thats what Toot is trying to find... |
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The Soldiers Night Before Christmas (Big Little Golden Book)
Christine Ford - Golden Books
Format: Hardcover
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Inspired by the famous Christmas poem, "The Night Before Christmas," this picture book about Christmas in the Army is perfect for children of military families and anyone with loved ones serving overseas.. Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the base Only sentries... |
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Little Babymouse and the Christmas Cupcakes
Jennifer L. Holm - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Graphic-novel darling and kid-favorite Babymouse makes her picture-book debut in a Christmas story . . . all about cupcakes! (Typical.) Thank goodness Babymouse ate all of the Christmas cookies her mom made for Santa. Now she can make him something he really wants - CUPCAKES! But wait... |
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The Knights Before Christmas
Joan Holub - Henry Holt & Company
Format: Hardcover
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'Twas December 24th, and three brave knights were just settling in for the night when out on the drawbridge, there arose such a clatter! The knights try everything to get rid of this unknown invader (Santa Claus!) , a red and white knight with a fleet of dragons . . . But nothing... |
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Santa Rex
Molly Idle - Viking Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Cordelia is celebrating her favorite winter holiday with her Cretaceous buddies. Will Santa Rex bring her everything she asked for? The Caldecott Honor-winning author-illustrator of "Flora and the Flamingo" comes an ideal stocking stuffer for young fans. Full color. |
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The Night Before Christmas
Rachel Isadora - G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers; Reprint edition
Format: Hardcover
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A gorgeous reimagining of the beloved Christmas poem, set in Africa Since Clement Clarke Moore penned this Christmas classic in 1825, it has been beloved by children around the world. Now, Caldecott Honor winner Rachel Isadora sets the poem in Africa, capturing the anticipation and excitement... |
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Christmas for Greta and Gracie
Yasmeen Ismail - Nosy Crow
Format: Hardcover
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"This one has it all: original characters, an exciting plot, dazzling illustrations, and the triumph of an underdog (or underbunny) . More Greta and Gracie, please." - Kirkus Reviews Greta and Gracie are sisters. Greta is chatty while Gracie is quiet. Its all fine until, one day,... |
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Naughty Claudine's Christmas
Patrick Jennings - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Claudine doesn't think Santa should be allowed to just barge into her house - that's not polite at all! The only way to keep him out? Get on his Naughty List . . .If you think about it, Santa is a pretty rude guy. He watches you while you sleep. He withholds presents if he decides... |
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My Penguin Osbert
Elizabeth Cody Kimmel - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover
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Fabulously illustrated by H. B. Lewis, Elizabeth Cody Kimmels hilarious romp through the land of be-careful-what-you-wish-for offers a whole years worth of holiday fun magic.This year, I was very specific in my letter to Santa Claus.Each year at Christmas, Joe writes a letter to Santa.... |
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Little Miss Spider: A Christmas Wish
David Kirk - Scholastic Press
Format: Hardcover
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Its Christmas Eve and Little Miss Spider wishes most of all that she had a little brother or sister to help her build snowy creatures and eat Betty Beetles fig pudding, and when she meets orphan Asparagus "Gus" Beetle, Little Miss Spider thinks her wish may have been granted. |
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Shall I Knit You a Hat?: A Christmas Yarn
Kate Klise - Henry Holt and Co.
Format: Hardcover
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Shall I knit you a hat to keep your ears warm?. A delightful tale of holiday giving. When Mother Rabbit knits a cozy winter hat for Little Rabbit, he likes it very much. In fact, he likes it so much that he thinks all of his friends need hats for Christmas. And he has some very creative... |
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A Very Pirate Christmas
Timothy/ Ayto Russell Knapman (ILT) - Egmont UK
Format: Paperback
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A rollicking, laugh-out-loud festive story that combines robots, pirates, and Christmas into one fun taleA crew of scurvy pirates were lurking in the dark, savage as the stormy sea and greedy as a shark. They climbed aboard that flying sleigh and did a dreadful thing. . . They tied poor... |
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A Firefly in a Fir Tree: A Carol for Mice
Hilary Knight - Katherine Tegen Books
Format: Hardcover
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When Hilary Knight discovered mice in his studio, he set about designing them a special outdoor home.The mice had unique talents of their own. Maude, an expert needle-mouse, complemented Maxs way with a hammer. Both shared a keen eye for found objects.Mr. Knights watercolor journal of this... |
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How Santa Got His Job
Stephen Krensky - Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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If you think Santa Claus came into the world sporting a red suit and a white beard, think again. Santa wasn't always the jolly, overweight, gift-giving fellow that we now know and love. He tried his hand at all sorts of different jobs, including postal worker, zookeeper, circus performer,... |
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How Santa Lost His Job
Stephen Krensky - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Book
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Santa has the best job he can think of -- bringing presents each Christmas to children all around the world. Every year he prepares for his trip: He trims his beard, takes a bath, gets dressed, and packs up his sleigh for the long night ahead. But there are always a few unexpected delays... |
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Pooch on the Loose: A Christmas Adventure
Steven Kroll - Two Lions
Format: Hardcover
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Bart loves his owner Max, but its Christmastime in the city, and Bart longs for some adventure. So when Max is busy bringing in his Christmas tree, Bart gets his chance and becomes a pooch on the loose! From a dance with the famed Rockettes to skating in Central Park, Bart experiences the dazzling... |
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LEGO City: Save This Christmas!
Rebecca McCarthy - Scholastic Inc.
Format: Paperback
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Its Christmas in LEGO® City!. A few crooks are coming up with a plan to steal all the presents at the LEGO City town tree. After several days of hilariously unsuccessful attempts--Christmas Eve has arrived and the crooks make their last attempt to steal all the presents. They creep towards... |
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Tacky's Christmas
Helen Lester - HMH Books for Young Readers; Rei/Com edition
Format: Hardcover
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Deck the iceberg wrap a gifty Fa la la la la la la la la... Tacky, Goodly, Lovely, Angel, Neatly, and Perfect are celebrating the holiday with good cheer, singing, and lots of presents. Tacky's present is a little bit different, and not exactly what his friends had in mind, but when the Christmas... |
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Santa Claws A Scary Christmas to All
Laura Leuck - Chronicle Books
Format: Hardcover
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Mack and Zack are getting ready for Christmas hanging up their smelly socks and blistertoe, decorating their dead pine tree, making poisonberry pies. Here in the rollicking rhyme of Laura Leuck and the gruesomely silly illustrations of Gris Grimly, is a truly memorable Christmas tale. Mack... |
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Dear Santa, I Know It Looks Bad but It Wasn't My Fault!
Norma Lewis - Peter Pauper Press
Format: Hardcover
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Scalawag has been an outstanding cat all year (at least, according to him) . Any troublesome incidents that Santa may or may not have heard about to the contrary can be fully explained.So, Scalawag sets out to write Santa a series of letters in anticipation of Christmas, clearing... |
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The Christmas Giant
Steve Light - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover
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Creative thinking (and some clever recycling) help save the day in a sweet Christmas story that celebrates the shared pleasures of friendship.Humphrey is a giant, and Leetree, his best friend, is an elf. Together they love making wrapping paper for all of Santas presents. But this year... |
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Christmas Delicious
Lyn Loates - Blue Apple Books
Format: Hardcover
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Celebrate Christmas with Raisin and Rice, two Manhattan mice who are lucky to live in the storeroom at Zanzibars Deli,which is filled to the rafters with delectable treats.. What better way to enjoy Christmas than with a delicious feast? Butthe mice forget the most important part of their... |
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Froggy's Best Christmas
Jonathan London - Viking
Format: Book
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Froggy's never celebrated Christmas; every year he dreams his way through winter and wakes up just in time for spring. But this year his friend Max wakes him up early so that they can have some holiday fun. Together with their friends they find the perfect tree, and decorate it--but... |
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Deck the Hall: A Traditional Carol
Sylvia Long - Chronicle Books
Format: Hardcover
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Bestselling artist Sylvia Long brings the holidays to life in this beautifully illustrated edition of a beloved Christmas carol. Readers will delight in singing along with the familiar lyrics celebrating the joys of the seasondecorating the mantel, singing carols and sharing quiet moments... |
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Redheaded Robbies Christmas Story
Bill Luttrell - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Hardcover
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One student from Mrs. Wallaces second grade class will be chosen to tell a special Christmas story at the school assembly. When Redheaded Robbies name is pulled from the hat, the class groans. Poor Robbie! Whenever he is excited or nervous, his words come out all twisted and confused. How will... |
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The Christmas Cat
Melody Carlson - Dial Books
Format: Audiobook
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A cozy Nativity story for those who love Christmas and cats.All babies are beautiful and all babies cry. Jesus was no exception. On the night he was born, nothing Mary, Joseph, or the animals in the stable could do would comfort him. But when a curious kitten wanted its turn to calm the baby... |
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Stowaway in a Sleigh
Roger Mader - HMH Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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The cats out of the bag and holiday adventure awaits! When Slipper finds Mr. Furry Boots in her house, she does what any cat would do and investigates. But curiosity gets the best of her when she finds herself on a trip she hadnt planned on taking . . . Join Slipper as she discovers... |
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Christmas Fun: A Spot-It Challenge (Spot It Series)
Jennifer L. Marks - A Books
Format: Picture Book
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Open up a Spot It book and feast your eyes. Delightful photographs packed with hidden objects will keep you searching for hours. Combined with fun clues, the Spot It collections of scenes and objects are sure to challenge even eagle-eyed readers. |
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The Doll Peoples Christmas
Ann M Martin - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Christmas is Annabelle Dolls favorite time of year. She loves celebrating with her family, and she especially loves all the beautiful decorations Kate and Grandma Katherine put up in the dollhouse. She cant wait to have Tiffany and the rest of the Funcrafts over for their very first Christmas.... |
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Little Bunny and the Magic Christmas Tree
David Martin - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover
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Little Bunny is tired of being the smallest. But thanks to some Christmas magic and an enchanted tree, he gets teenier still-- and has a BIG adventure.. Its not fair! Little Bunny doesnt like being the smallest one in the family. Now its Christmas Eve, and his favorite shiny red fire-engine... |
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I Spy Christmas: A Book of Picture Riddles
Jean Marzollo - Scholastic
Format: Print book
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I Spy has become one of the hottest new ideas in children's books (more than 100, 000 copies of the first I Spy book sold) . Now comes I Spy Christmas, an engaging photographic puzzle book with rhyming riddles that invite children to find hidden objects among a treasure trove of Christmas... |
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Ten Little Christmas Presents
Jean Marzollo - Cartwheel Books
Format: Hardcover
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A charming Christmas picture book from Jean Marzollo, co-creator of the popular I Spy series!"10 little Christmas presents, in a snowy line . . .Mouse gets earmuffs! Now there are nine."Its Christmas Day! One by one, each of the animals in the forest finds a present. Porcupine... |
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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Robert L. May - Grosset & Dunlap
Format: Hardcover
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The Original Classic Rudolph Story-over 107,000 copies sold!. Every year at Christmastime, young and old alike fall under the finger-snapping, joy-inspiring spell of this song. Now fans of the most famous reindeer of them all can become acquainted with the original story of Rudolph the Red-Nosed... |
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Merry Christmas Mom and Dad
Mercer Mayer - Random House
Format: Hardcover
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Mercer Mayer's very popular character stars in a getting-ready-for-Christmas picture book. Little Critter approaches Christmas with the intention of being a good helper. When he makes a mistake, he has a logical explanation. He couldn't wrap the Christmas package because the tape... |
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The Christmas Wish
Angela McAllister - Viking Juvenile
Format: Hardcover
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Tillys Christmas wish comes true as she gets to help Santa deliver his presents. |
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Dear Santasaurus
Stacy McAnulty - Boyds Mills Press
Format: Hardcover
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Its January 1, but Ernest B. Spinosaurus is already dreaming of the present Santasaurus will hopefully bring him next Christmas. This means, of course, that Ernest will have to stay on Santasauruss "nice" list all . . . year . . . long. But how will Santasaurus know? By Ernests... |
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Merry Christmas, Stinky Face
Lisa McCourt - Cartwheel Books
Format: Board book
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A Christmas favorite, now in board book!"What if Santas lips get chapped?" Stinky Face asks. "What if the sack of toys starts to rip?"As always, Mama lovingly addresses each and every one of her childs concerns. Of course, Stinky Face leaves Santa lip balm and duct tape... |
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I See Santa Everywhere
Glenn McCoy - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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A young boys sanity is pushed to the limits when hes sure hes seeing Santa Claus around every corner. Luckily, hes found a sympathetic ear in his therapist....or has he? Cartoonist Glenn McCoy discovers the hidden menace (and humor) in the seasons most beloved gift giver. |
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The year without a Santa Claus
Phyllis McGinley - Capitol
Format: Hardcover
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Santa has woken up on the wrong side of the bed. Hes got a crick in his neck, a cold in his nose, and aches in his fingers and all ten toes. So Santa decides to take his first vacation in one thousand years. The Elves, the reindeer, the Gnomes, and, most of all, the children around... |
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The Little Red Elf
Barbara Barbieri McGrath - Charlesbridge
Format: Paperback
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An adorable Christmas retelling of The Little Red Hen thats the perfect reminder that everyone needs to help to make the holidays a success.. A busy little elf cleans up and organizes Santas workshop all by herself, but when she asks for help from her lazy friends, the reindeer, the penguin,... |
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Elmers Christmas
David McKee - Andersen Press USA
Format: Hardcover
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Elmer, the patchwork elephant, has been a favorite of children around the world for decades. Its Christmas, and the young elephants are very excited for Papa Reds annual visit! All the presents are ready, but this year Elmer has a special treat in store for the young elephants -- if they... |
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The Nutcracker in Harlem: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids
T. E. McMorrow - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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A Bank Street College of Education Best Childrens Book of the Year!This jazz-inspired reinvention of The Nutcracker is a worthy tribute to the dreamlike wonder and magic of the Christmas season.In this original retelling, set in New York City during the height of the Harlem Renaissance,... |
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Allie the Christmas Spider
Shirley Menendez - Dutton Juvenile
Format: Hardcover
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Knowing it will be a difficult Christmas for Beth and her family, Allie the spider comes down from her home in the corner of the window on Christmas Eve to do some special decorating for the family to enjoy when they awake on Christmas morning. |
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Santa Duck
David Milgrim - Putnam Juvenile
Format: Hardcover
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Nicholas Duck loves Christmas, and he is happy to try on the new Santa hat that's mysteriously delivered to his house. But when his friends see him and immediately launch into their Christmas lists, he doesn't know what to do . . . until he runs into Santa himself. |
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Santa Claus and the Three Bears
Maria Modugno - HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Hardcover
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Papa Bear, Mama Bear, and Baby Bear weren't expecting any company when they went for a walk on Christmas Eve, but that's exactly what they got! Debut author Maria Modugno teams up with award-winning artists Jane and Brooke Dyer to deliver a festive twist on Goldilocks and the Three... |
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Christmas Humbugs
Colleen Monroe - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Paperback
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Christmas is coming but someone is playing tricks! Torn stockings and broken candy canes reveal that The Christmas Humbugs have arrived at this holiday home. But do not fear, lively rhymes and merry illustrations by Colleen and Michael Glenn Monroe lift spirits and let readers know that... |
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The Night Before Christmas
Clement Clarke Moore - Scholastic Audio
Format: Hardcover
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Here is the magical, classic poem that no Christmas can be without! "Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house..." When Clement Moore wrote a Christmas poem for his children about a magical visit from Saint Nicholas, he had no way of knowing that it would become... |
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Christmas Mouse
Anne Mortimer - HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Hardcover
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Anne Mortimer, author and illustrator of Pumpkin Cat and Bunny's Easter Egg, creates another holiday story. Christmas Mouse tells the story of a mouse getting ready for Christmas. Anne Mortimer's brightly colored and detailed paintings are full of festive energy, and the rhyming... |
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Reindeer Christmas
Mark Kimball Moulton - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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A December snow is falling, lightly dusting all the trees,blanketing the forest in a crystal filigree. Late one snowy winter evening, two young children and their grandmother happen upon a weak and weary deer while feeding the animals in the forest. Together the children care for the deer... |
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The Gingerbread Man Loose at Christmas
Laura Murray - G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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This Gingerbread Man was loose in the school and on the fire truck, and now he's loose at holiday time! Everyone in class is busy practicing songs and making goodies for their trip to town to thank community helpers, and the Gingerbread Man has made a gift for someone extra sweet. But before... |
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Maple & Willow's Christmas Tree
Lori Nichols - Nancy Paulsen Books
Format: Hardcover
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Lori Nichols's delightful book celebrates the bond of two nature-loving sisters, and their ability to find fantastic kid-powered solutions to any problem - and it will give allergy sufferers an extra reason to celebrate. Maple and Willow love trees - and now they are getting their... |
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My Two Holidays: A Hanukkah and Christmas Story
Danielle Novack - Cartwheel Books
Format: Paperback
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When Sams classmates take turns talking about which holiday they celebrate, Sam becomes very nervous. Some people celebrate Christmas and some people celebrate Hanukkah. But Sam celebrates both! Written by a clinical psychologist, MY TWO HOLIDAYS offers comforting explanations that shine... |
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If You Take a Mouse to the Movies (If You Give...)
Laura Numeroff - HarperCollins
Format: Library Binding
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If you take a mouse to the movies, he'll ask you for some popcorn. When you give him the popcorn, he'll want to string it all together. Then he'll want to hang it on a Christmas tree. You'll have to buy him one....The energetic little mouse from If You Give A Mouse A Cookie... |
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Who Would Like a Christmas Tree?: A Tree for Each Season
Ellen Bryan Obed - Islandport Press
Format: Paperback
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Who would like a Christmas tree? The answer may surprise you! From January through December, these trees are food, shelter, nesting grounds, and much more for diverse animals and insects. Readers delight in turning the page to see what purpose the balsam fir has for the white-tailed deer,... |
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Splendiferous Christmas
Jane O'Connor - HarperCollins; 1 edition
Format: Hardcover
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What could be fancier than Christmas?Presents with elegant wrapping paper, festive decorations, Christmas cookies with sprinkles - and who could forget the tree? After all, there is no such thing as too much tinsel. Ooh la la! This year, Nancy is especially excited about decorating the Christmas... |
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The Legend of the Christmas Tree
Rick Osborne - Zonderkidz
Format: Book
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On a visit to a tree lot, the Johnson family sees three beautifully decorated trees standing in the center of the lot. A mysterious silver gift-wrapped box is under one of the trees. The old lot owner notices their intrigue and what he tells them, not only marks the beginning of a new family... |
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Mooseltoe
Margie Palatini - Hyperion; 1st edition
Format: Hardcover
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Moose thinks he has all his Christmas preparations taken care of, but at the last minute he must come up with a substitute for the Christmas tree. |
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Three French Hens
Margie Palatini - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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On the third day of Christmas, a mademoiselle from Paris sent her true love three French hens, two turtle doves, and a partridge in a pear tree.The hens never arrived . . . . Colette, Poulette, and Fifi end up delivered not to Philippe Renard, but to Phil Fox from the Bronx. Phil cant believe... |
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Dinosaur Christmas
Jerry Pallotta; Howard McWilliam - Cartwheel Books
Format: Print book : Fiction : Preschool : EnglishView all editions and formats
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What did Santa use to pull his sleigh before he had reindeer? Dinosaurs!Santa Claus reminisces about "the good old days" when dinosaurs pulled his sleigh. The Tyrannosaurus rex wouldn't stop licking Santa, the Pterosaurs flew too high, and the Maiasauras ate presents when... |
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Santa Pups
Jerry Pallotta - Scholastic
Format: Print book
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Santa loves his reindeer. But what happens when he decides to let dogs pull his sleigh? What kind of dog would be best?The Labradors made too much noise, the mastiffs were too big, and the greyhounds were too fast. Santa tried poodles, Pekingese, pit bulls, Shar-Peis, Dalmatians, dachshunds,... |
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Elf in the House
Ammi-Joan Paquette - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover
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The anticipatory excitement of Christmas Eve builds in a festive way in this follow-up to the much-loved Ghost in the House.Jingle-jingle!There's a girl in the house on this snowy Christmas Eve.Creeping down, step by step, here she comes.But what's going on?Santa's snacks are gone,And... |
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SantaKid
James Patterson - jimmy patterson
Format: Hardcover
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Join the Claus family as they bring Christmas magic back to the North Pole in James Pattersons uplifting story of holiday cheer. When Warrie Ransom, the Big Boss of the Exmas Express Company, decides to buy Christmas and rename it Exmas, the Claus family cant believe their eyes. Everything... |
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The Pups Save Christmas!
Golden Books - Golden Books
Format: Hardcover
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It's up to the pups of Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol to save Christmas in Adventure Bay! Boys and girls ages 3 to 7 will get into the spirit with this hardcover storybook featuring full-color illustrations. |
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Oliver Elephant
Lou Peacock - Nosy Crow
Format: Hardcover
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When Noah goes Christmas shopping with his mom and baby sister, he's glad to have his toy elephant, Oliver, along in the boring shops. They play peekaboo and hide in a dolls' house, and Noah even dances Oliver across the displays. But just as Mom has checked off the last thing on her list,... |
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Merry Christmas, Peppa!
Eone - Scholastic Inc.
Format: Paperback
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Celebrate Christmas with Peppa and her friends in this adorably sweet 8x8 storybook, complete with a glitter cover! Based on the hit TV show as seen on Nick Jr.'Tis the season for Peppa Pig! Join Peppa, George, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, and all of their friends as they celebrate Christmas in this... |
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Peppa Pig and the Christmas Play
Candlewick Press - Candlewick Entertainment
Format: Hardcover
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Peppa's class is putting on a Christmas play. Will Santa arrive in time to see the show?Everyone in Peppa's class is excited about the Christmas play. Wendy Wolf is going to be an elf, Peppa will be a Christmas fairy, and Suzy Sheep is going to be the Christmas nurse - just in case someone... |
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Peppa Pig and the lost Christmas list
Neville Astley; Mark Baker; Phil Davies - Candlewick Press
Format: Print book : Fiction : Juvenile audience : English : 1st edView all editions and formats
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Welcome the U.K.'s muddy-puddle-jumping sensation! The beloved, award-winning Peppa Pig hops from screen to page in her first book with Candlewick.It's almost Christmas, and Peppa Pig and her little brother, George, are mailing their letters to Santa. All of Peppa's friends... |
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When Santa Turned Green
Victoria Perla - Thomas Nelson
Format: Hardcover
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A creative holiday story that introduces kids to environmental awareness with ways that they can make a big difference.Its November up in the North Pole. Everythings going along smoothly at Santas workshop until he discovers a leak in his roof. Santa soon learns that this little leak is connected... |
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My First Nutcracker
Stephanie True Peters - Dutton Juvenile
Format: Hardcover
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E.T.A. Hoffmann©s classic tale The Nutcracker has charmed generations of balletgoers, but in book form its plot can seem complicated. This picture book was created specifically for parents who want to introduce their youngest children to the basics of the story. The text is as engaging... |
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Samurai Santa: A Very Ninja Christmas
Rubin Pingk - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Print book
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A young ninja wants a snowball fight for Christmas, and he just might get his holiday wish in this picture book with graphic novel-inspired illustrations that celebrate the spirit of giving, Samurai style.It's snowing on Christmas Eve! Yukio loves snowball fights, but none of the other... |
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The 12 Days of Christmas
Greg Pizzoli - Disney-Hyperion
Format: Hardcover
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Elephant is delighted to get a gift, but as the twelve days of Christmas continue, presents pile higher and higher! |
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Gekko Saves Christmas (PJ Masks)
Maggie Testa - Simon Spotlight
Format: Paperback
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Gekko must learn how to ride Luna Girls Luna Board so he can save Christmas in this 8x8 storybook based on PJ Masks, the hit preschool series airing on Disney Junior!. When Luna Girl steals everybodys Christmas gifts, its up to Gekko to ride on her Luna Board and save the presents - and the day!... |
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If I Could Give You Christmas
Lynn Plourde - Disney-Hyperion
Format: Hardcover
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Skating on a frozen pond, decorating the fanciest gingerbread house ever, re-reading a favorite story . . . these activities and more are brought to life through a variety of animal pairs. The tastes, smells, sights, and sounds of the holiday are evoked in universal scenes showing special... |
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An Orange for Frankie
Patricia Polacco - Philomel Books
Format: Hardcover
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Patricia Polaccos most poignant Christmas tale!The Stowell family is abuzz with holiday excitement, and Frankie, the youngest boy, is the most excited of all. But theres a cloud over the joyous season: Tomorrow is Christmas Eve, and Pa hasnt returned yet from his trip to Lansing. He promised... |
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Gifts of the Heart
Patricia Polacco - G.P. Putnams Sons Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Beloved author-illustrator Patricia Polaccos holiday story is a wonderful ode to the magic of family, Christmas, and giving the right kind of gifts - gifts filled with love. Richie and Trisha want to buy Christmas gifts for their family, but they dont have enough money. Enter Kay Lamity,... |
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Uncle Vovas Tree
Patricia Polacco - Philomel
Format: Hardcover
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This brightly illustrated picture book celebrates the Russian Orthodox holiday of Epiphany through a look at the traditions, bold costumes, and decorations connected with this special day. |
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Brave Santa
Nancy Poydar - Holiday House
Format: Hardcover
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Young Jack is too nervous to face up to Santa at the mall, but when he hides behind a curtain, he discovers that he is not the only person feeling anxious about Christmas. |
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Is It Christmas?
John Prater - B E S Pub Co
Format: Hardcover
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Each day, when Baby Bear asks his grandfather if it is Christmas yet, Grandbear finds seasonal things for the two of them to do as they await the holiday. Read more Continue reading Read less FROM SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL
PreSchool-K-Kind, patient Grandbear and exuberant, vulnerable Baby... |
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Auntie Claus
Elise Primavera - Silver Whistle
Format: Hardcover
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Auntie Claus is just another eccentric New Yorker--or is she? Young Sophie has often wondered about her unusual great-aunt, Auntie Claus. She lives in penthouse 25C at the Bing Cherry Hotel and is so curioso! After all, Auntie Claus serves Christmas cookies all year long and her tree is always... |
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Auntie Claus, Home for the Holidays
Elise Primavera - Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Format: Hardcover
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Have you heard? New York is the new North Pole! Just ask Auntie Claus! Sophie Kringle had always dreamed of being the Sugar Plum Fairy in the school play. After all, Sophie is a Kringle. Her family lives at the Bing Cherry Hotel, and her favorite aunt, Auntie Claus, serves Christmas cookies... |
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Auntie Claus And The Key To Christmas
Elise Primavera - Clarion Books
Format: Paperback
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Its getting toward Christmas at the Bing Cherry Hotel, and Auntie Claus is preparing for her annual "business trip." Just before she is ready to leave, her favorite nephew, Christopher Kringle, begins to have doubts about the family business. To settle the matter, Auntie Claus... |
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Christmas Kitten, Home at Last
Robin Pulver - Albert Whitman & Company
Format: Hardcover
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Santa and Mrs. Claus must rush to find a home for a foundling kitten named Cookie. Santa would love to keep the kitten, but hes allergic - and theres a little girl out there with the perfect home. Readers familiar with Pulvers Christmas for a Kitten will delight in Cookies further Christmas... |
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Christmas Tree Farm
Ann Purmell - Holiday House
Format: Library Binding
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Grandpa switches on the colored lights, puts up the OPEN sign, and the Christmas Tree Hut is open for business. From the day after Thanksgiving until Christmas Eve people will come from all over to find just the right tree. But most shoppers dont know that Grandpa and his family have worked... |
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Santas New Suit
Laura Rader - Harpercollins Childrens Books
Format: Hardcover
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In an energetic and hilariously quirky story, Santa decides he is tired of his traditional red suit and is ready for a change, but can Christmas be the same without Santas red suit? |
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When Santa Lost His Ho! Ho! Ho!
Laura Rader - HarperCollins
Format: Print book
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It's almost Christmas, and everyone - from Mrs. Claus right down to the littlest elf - is getting ready for the big day. But there's something wrong at the North Pole. It's just a bit too . . . quiet. Oh no! Santa has lost his laugh! Where could it be? And how can there be Christmas... |
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Wholl Pull Santas Sleigh Tonight?
Laura Rader - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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Christmas is just around the corner. The sleigh is polished. The toys are wrapped. The lists are all checked (twice) . Everythings right on schedule -- until Santa finds all eight reindeer in bed with the flu. Uh-oh! How can Santa deliver presents without the reindeer?In this hilarious... |
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The Christmas Dolls
Candice F. Ransom - Walker & Co
Format: Library Binding
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Spending Christmas together for the first time in the absence of the father of the house, a mother and daughter fix up old dolls for other little girls |
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Fletcher and the Snowflake Christmas
Julia Rawlinson - Greenwillow Books
Format: Hardcover
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It's Christmas Eve, and the rabbits have moved to a new burrow. Fletcher is excited about celebrating the holiday with them, until he realizes . . .Santa Claus won't know where to deliver their presents!But after a cozy night of caroling and blackberry pie, Fletcher wakes to a snowy... |
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Christmas Farm
Mary Lyn Ray - Clarion Books
Format: Paperback
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"This lovely tale celebrates intergenerational friendship and determination, growth and nature, and the joy of the holiday season." - School Library JournalWhen Wilma decides her garden needs a new beginning, she gathers string, scissors, shovels, sixty-two dozen balsam seedlings,... |
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How to Catch Santa
Jean Reagan - Knopf Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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A #1 New York Times bestseller that's a Christmas must-read!From the creators of the New York Times bestsellers How to Babysit a Grandpa and How to Babysit a Grandma comes an equally charming and hilarious holiday offering! After waiting for days and days and days,... |
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Yoon and the Christmas Mitten
Helen Recorvits - Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Format: Hardcover
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In My Name Is Yoon, Yoons parents encouraged her to write her name in English instead of Korean. Now its Yoons turn to teach her parents about something shes learned in America. When Yoons teacher lends her a book about Santa Claus, Yoon cant wait to show it to her parents. To Yoons disappointment,... |
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Jeannette Claus Saves Christmas
Douglas Rees - Margaret K. McElderry Books
Format: Hardcover
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Suffering sugarplums! Its Christmas Eve - and Santas sick! His spunky daughter, Jeannette, takes on the task of delivering all the presents, but when rebellious reindeer leave her stranded halfway through the night, Jeannette has to get creative. Luckily, it isnt long before the feisty... |
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How Murray Saved Christmas
Mike Reiss - Price Stern Sloan
Format: Hardcover
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When Eddie, one of Santa's elves, accidentally knocks out Santa on Christmas Eve, Eddie finds an unlikely substitute in the owner of Murray K's Holiday Diner. |
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Merry Un-Christmas
Mike Reiss - HarperCollins
Format: Library Binding
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If you think Christmas comes only once a year...think again! For Noelle and her friends Holly, Carol, and Claus, the most wonderful day of the year is Un-Christmas. It's the only day of the year that they actually go to school. And the mail gets delivered. But the best thing about... |
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Baboushka and the Three Kings
Ruth Robbins - Houghton Mifflin Books for Children
Format: Library Binding
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The Russian folktale about an old woman's endless search for the Christ child.
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Christmas Mice! (Green Light Readers Level 1)
Bethany Roberts - Clarion Books
Format: Hardcover
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The holiday mice are back! Its Christmas time and the four cheerful mice merrily hang stockings, string popcorn, wrap presents, and sing carols. The little mice are so caught up in their joyful preparations that they almost forget to look out for their old enemy, the cat. Happily, their... |
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The Christmas Tree Fairy
Marion Rose - Bloomsbury USA Childrens
Format: Hardcover
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Meredith McCauley has always wished she could fly like a real fairy. One dark Christmas night, she meets the Christmas Tree Fairy, who has dropped her wand. Meredith tries to help, and when she shrinks to fairy size, she climbs the Christmas tree to bring the fairy her wand. Along the way,... |
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Holly Claus: The Christmas Princess (Julie Andrews Collection)
Brittney Ryan - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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Santa Clauss daughter, Holly, comes to Earth seeking an end to the curse cast upon her and the Land of the Immortals by an evil wizard, whose own punishment will end only if Holly willingly gives him her pure heart. 150,000 first printing. |
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I Got the Christmas Spirit
Connie Schofield-Morrison - Bloomsbury Children's Books
Format: Hardcover
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In the same feel-good style of I Got the Rhythm, this exuberant picture book explores the joys of the holiday season, once again illustrated by award-winning artist Frank Morrison.It's the most wonderful time of the year, and a mother and daughter are enjoying the sights and sounds... |
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Charlie Brown Christmas (Peanuts Picture Books)
Charles M Schulz - Spotlight
Format: Library Binding
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Surrounded by other children with extremely commercial ideas about Christmas, Charlie Brown struggles to understand the true spirit of the holiday. |
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Merry Christmas, Splat (Splat the Cat)
Rob Scotton - HarperFestival
Format: Hardcover
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From bestselling author Rob ScottonIts the night before Christmas, and Splat wonders if hes been a good enough cat this year to deserve a really big present. Just to make sure, he offers some last-minute help to his mom, and in typical Splat fashion, he messes up completely! That night... |
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Russells Christmas Magic
Rob Scotton - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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When Santa and his broken sleigh are stranded in Firefly Wood, Santa is sure that Christmas will have to be canceled. That is, until Russell the Sheep comes to the rescue! With a clatter and a bang, Russell shows that hard work and a little imagination can make a magic that is all his own.Everyones... |
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The Twelve Mehs of Christmas
Francesco Sedita - Penguin Workshop
Format: Book
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Celebrate the holiday season with Gudetama the Lazy Egg in a yuletide ode to naps, soy sauce, and the comforts of being left alone.On the first day of Christmas, thy true love gave to Gude......something the egg doesn't want. Take it back. Let Gudetama sleep.Ring in the twelve days... |
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Morris Wants More
Joshua Seigal - Flying Eye Books
Format: Hardcover
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Prince Morris is used to getting everything he wants, and this Christmas he wants the biggest and best present ever! But how big is enough for Morris?Inspired by the well-loved traditional carol, this modern versiontells the story of a very spoiled little prince who will not be satisfied... |
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How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (Classic Seuss)
Dr. Seuss - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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The ultimate Dr. Seuss Christmas classic -- no holiday season is complete without the Grinch, Max, Cindy-Lou, and all the residents of Who-ville!"Every Who down in Who-ville liked Christmas a lot . . . but the Grinch, who lived just north of Who-ville, did NOT!"... |
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Its Christmas, David! (David Books [Shannon])
David Shannon - The Blue Sky Press
Format: Hardcover
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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. Always... |
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Santasaurus
Niamh Sharkey - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover
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Niamh Sharkey creates Christmas magic with her simple, quirky, and striking illustrations in this supersaurus story for dinosaur lovers - and believers - everywhere.. Christmas is coming to Dinosaur Town, and Ollie, Molly, and Milo are writing their letters to Santasaurus. Ollie wishes... |
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A Cookie for Santa
Stephanie Shaw - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Hardcover
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In this clever twist on the Night Before Christmas story, a gingerbread boy cookie is carefully crafted and placed on a plate. He was made special to serve as Santas nighttime snack, a homemade thank-you for all the presents he will deliver. The cookie wonders if he is brave enough to face... |
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Dinosaur vs. Santa (A Dinosaur vs. Book, 4)
Bob Shea - Hyperion Book CH
Format: Hardcover
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Dinosaur is getting ready for Santa! He tackles many challenges--decorating, making presents for Mom and Dad, trying not to be naughty--and defeats each one with his trademark ROAR! But on Christmas Eve, when he hears some rustling downstairs, he cant resist a peek. Will our feisty red friend... |
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Santas Christmas Genies! (Shimmer and Shine)
Hollis James - Nickelodeon Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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Can Nickelodeons Shimmer and Shine save Christmas after they accidentally make Santa disappear? Children ages 3 to 7 will love finding out in this book featuring full-color illustrations. |
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Turkey Claus
Wendi Silvano - Two Lions
Format: Hardcover
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Turkey needs Santa's help so he won't be eaten for Christmas dinner. Turkey is in trouble. Again. He made it through Thanksgiving without becoming a turkey dinner, but now it's almost Christmas, and guess what's on the menu? Turkey decides the only thing to do is to ask Santa... |
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Little Porcupines Christmas
Joseph Slate - Laura Geringer
Format: Hardcover
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Little Porcupines mother calls him the "light of her life," but its not until the night before Christmas, the very night of the Christmas play, that Little Porcupine sees the truth in her words. |
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Santa Is Coming to My House
Steve Smallman - Sourcebooks Wonderland
Format: Hardcover
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Its Christmas Eve, Have you been good? Santas packed up all the presents and is headed your way! With the help of a certain red-nosed reindeer, Santa will fly south from his home in the North Pole, over the ice and the snow, above North America, right over your town... all the way to your... |
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Santa Is Coming to New Jersey
Steve Smallman - Sourcebooks Wonderland
Format: Hardcover
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Its Christmas Eve, Have you been good? Santas packed up all the presents and is headed your way! With the help of a certain red-nosed reindeer, Santa flies over: Cape May Lighthouse Princetons Blair Hall Loews Theater, Jersey City Ellis Island Wars of America Memorial State... |
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Santa Knows
Cynthia Leitich Smith - Dutton Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Armed with the facts, young Alfie sets out to prove to the world that Santa Claus does not exist but no one pays attention, especially his sister Noelle, whose only request of the man in red is a nicer big brother. |
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Too Many Tamales
Gary Soto - G.P. Putnam's Sons
Format: Book
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Christmas Eve started out so perfectly for Maria. Snow had fallen and the streets glittered. Maria's favorite cousins were coming over and she got to help make the tamales for Christmas dinner. It was almost too good to be true when her mother left the kitchen for a moment and Maria... |
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The Most Wonderful Gift in the World
Mark Sperring - Tiger Tales
Format: Book
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On Christmas morning, Esme and Bear wake up to find a gift under the tree thatÂ’s not for either of them. So the two set out to find the presentÂ’s recipient, Little Bunny Boo-Boo. They travel on the Treacherous Path through the snow, encounter the Howling Gale,... |
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Millie in the Snow (Millie’s Misadventures)
Alexander Steffensmeier - Walker Childrens
Format: Hardcover
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Millie loves being a mail cow even more than she used to love scaring the mail carrier. And helping him deliver the towns holiday presents is the highlight of her winter. She does such a good job that the mail carrier trusts Millie to deliver his gifts to everyone on the farm. But when... |
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Christmas at Mud Flat
James Stevenson - Greenwillow
Format: Hardcover
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While all the animals are busy preparing for Christmas by shopping and rehearsing for the play, Freddie is busy building something that will remind everyone in Mud Flat what the true meaning of the holiday is all about. |
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The Worst Persons Christmas
James Stevenson - Greenwillow
Format: Hardcover
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The worst person particularly dislikes Christmas until his neighbors kindness triggers a happy accident that forces him to participate in the holiday festivities |
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A Minerva Louise Christmas
Janet Morgan Stoeke - Dutton Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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What is that fat guy in the red suit doing on the roof? wonders Minerva Louise one snowy evening. She follows him down the chimney and, to her surprise, sees a big tree inside. The harebrained hen can?t make any sense of it, but young... |
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Hurry, Santa!
Julie Sykes - Xyz Group Inc
Format: Hardcover
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When his alarm clock fails to go off, Santa oversleeps on Christmas Eve and then encounters a series of disasters that threaten to prevent him from delivering his presents on time. |
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Counting to Christmas
Nancy Tafuri - Scholastic
Format: Hardcover
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Sharply drawn, large-scale illustrations capture the joy and wonder of a child's Christmas season, chronicled in a simple story that helps readers learn to count, and accompanied by instructions for several Christmas crafts and activities. |
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The Donkeys Christmas Song
Nancy Tafuri - Scholastic Press
Format: Hardcover
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A donkey and other favorite animals welcome a very special baby in this warm, broadly appealing celebration of the first Christmas.A very special baby is born in a stable under a star, surrounded by friendly farmyard animals. The donkey wants to be the first to welcome the baby, but he is too shy.... |
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Dasher: How a Brave Little Doe Changed Christmas Forever
Matt Tavares - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover
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From the celebrated creator of Red and Lulu comes the story of a brave little doe who meets Santa and changes Christmas forever.Dasher is an adventurous young reindeer with a wish in her heart. She spends her days with her family under the hot sun in a traveling circus, but she longs... |
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The Barnyard Night Before Christmas
Beth Terrill - Random House Books for Young Readers; First Edition edition
Format: Book
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"NOW BESSIE! NOW, BILLY! NOW, BINGO! NOW, CHICKIE!On, Lambsy! On, Trigger! On, Quacker and Piggy!"And laying his finger aside of his nose,Up, up, Santa Claus and those animals rose.Notice something a little different? Well, in this hilarious retelling of the iconic Clement C. Moore... |
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Christmas in Wellsworth (Thomas & Friends) (Thomas In Town)
Rev. W. Awdry - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Thomas the Tank Engine cant wait for the Wellsworth Christmas Eve Festival, but when stormy weather rolls in, he might miss the celebrations completely. This latest installment in the popular Thomas in Town hardcover storybook series is the perfect stocking stuffer for little boys, ages... |
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Eloise at Christmastime
Kay Thompson - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Yes Here she is at Christmastime Complete with tinsel and holly Singing fa la la la lolly And over the roar of the jingle bells You can hear hear hear her say Its absolutely Christmas But I dont mind a bit I give everyone a present For thats the thing of it So when its everly Christmastime... |
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Mouses First Christmas
Lauren Thompson - Simon & Schuster Childrens Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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While exploring the new sights, smells, and sounds in the house on Christmas Eve, a little mouse discovers the tree, a candle, a candy cane, a stocking, a jingle bell, presents, and Santa Claus. 35,000 first printing. |
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'Twas Nochebuena
Roseanne Greenfield Thong - Viking Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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'Twas Nochebuena and all through our casa, every creature was kneading tamale masa...It's Christmas Eve, and you're invited to a Nochebuena celebration! Follow a family as they prepare to host a night filled with laughter, love, and Latino tradition. Make tasty... |
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The Bear Who Didn't Want to Miss Christmas
MARIE TIBI - Scribblers
Format: Hardcover
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Poor little bear! He's supposed to hibernate - but if he does, he'll sleep right through Christmas! What can he do? Winter is coming, and it's time for little bear to settle in for his long cold-weather nap. But that means he won't get to celebrate Christmas with his woodland friends, and he's... |
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The Spirit of Christmas
Nancy Tillman - Feiwel & Friends
Format: Audiobook
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A celebration of the most magical holiday of the year, by the incomparable bestselling author Nancy Tillman. Bells jingle, sleds dash through the snow, trees are topped with sparkling stars, and children everywhere dream of candy canes and presents. But the best gift of all-the most magical... |
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The Night Before Christmas Look and Find - PI Kids
Editors of Phoenix International Publications - Phoenix International Publications, Inc.
Format: Hardcover
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Its the night before Christmas, and all sorts of funny characters are stirring in this holiday Look and Find book! Search for Santa, his reindeer, and others in 9 festive action-packed scenes. Then turn to the back of the book for even more Look and Find challenged.
This book is merry... |
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Pick a Pine Tree
PATRICIA TOHT - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover
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A festive read-aloud brimming with all the joy and excitement of Christmastime - beginning, of course, with picking out a tree!Part of the magic of the Christmas season stems from the traditions that families and friends take part in every year: hanging up stockings; putting lights in the windows;... |
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Jingle Bells
Iza Trapani - Charlesbridge
Format: Paperback
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Join children on a Christmas sleigh ride around the world as they discover traditions from Mexico, Sweden, the Philippines, Poland, Italy, Kenya, and the United States. Best-selling author/illustrator Iza Trapani once again extends a classic song to include new fun-filled adventures.Festive... |
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The Great Reindeer Rebellion
Lisa Trumbauer - Sterling
Format: Hardcover
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A new holiday classic is born! Lisa Trumbauer and Jannie Ho have whipped up a fresh, fabulous, and very funny companion to The Haunted Ghoul Bus.In a playful take on The Night before Christmas, the talented pair provides kids with a one-of-kind, behind-the-scenes peek into Santas workshop.... |
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The After-Christmas Tree
Linda Wagner Tyler - Viking Press
Format: Hardcover
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Family members and friends take their Christmas tree into the back yard and decorate it with edible trimmings for the wild birds and animals |
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Here comes Santa Cat
Deborah Underwood - Dial Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC
Format: Hardcover
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"Cat wants off Santa's naughty list and makes several valiant attempts, but this 'being nice' business is trickier than he thought"-- |
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The Polar Express
Chris Van Allsburg - Houghton Mifflin
Format: Hardcover
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For twenty years, The Polar Express has been a worldwide bestseller and Christmas classic. A perfect keepsake for any family, this beautiful edition can be handed down to each new generation of readers.In 1986 The Polar Express was awarded the prestigious Caldecott Medal and hit the New York... |
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The Star of Christmas
Cindy Kenney - Zonderkidz
Format: Book
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'Based on VeggieTales' video The Star of Christmas, this beautifully illustrated book is an exciting Christmas adventure. Set in London during the 1880s, two well meaning Veggies---Cavis and Millward (Bob and Larry) ---set out to teach the city of London to love. And they'll... |
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I Love Christmas
Anna Walker - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Book
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In this sweet, engaging picture book, Ollie and his pet dog Fred celebrates all the things they love about Christmas. |
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How to catch an elf
Adam Wallace - Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Format: Print book
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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 "It's... |
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Only YOU Can Save Christmas!: A Help-the-Elf Adventure
Adam Wallace - Dreamscape Media, LLC
Format: Audiobook
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Everything at the North Pole is going according to plan - that is, until Santas head elf, Wink Silverbells, discovers a list thats labeled for Santas one true love. Wink assumes its a list of gifts that Santa wants to get Mrs. Claus, and Wink wants to make sure Mrs. Claus gets them, but time... |
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Olive, the Other Reindeer
Vivian Walsh - Chronicle Books
Format: Hardcover
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Olive is merrily preparing for Christmas when suddenly she realizes "Olive...the other Reindeer...I thought I was a dog. Hmmm, I must be a Reindeer!" So she quickly hops aboard the polar express and heads to the North Pole. And while Santa and the other reindeer are a bit surprised... |
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Finding Christmas
Helen Ward - Dutton Juvenile
Format: Hardcover
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Rich illustrations tell the story of a young girl searching for a gift for her baby brother on a snowy Christmas Eve, in a book adorned with red foil type and embossed snowflakes. |
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Father Foxs Christmas Rhymes
Clyde Watson - Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Format: Hardcover
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A cozy collection of holiday verse. Who is that knocking at the door?Its old Father Fox with surprises galore!Licorice & lollipops, lemons & limesA bundle of toys & a bag full of rhymes . . .. Over thirty years ago, Father Foxs Pennyrhymes became an instant classic and was a National Book... |
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Scaredy Squirrel Prepares for Christmas: A Safety Guide for Scaredies
Mélanie Watt - Kids Can Press
Format: Hardcover
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Tis the season for worrying, planning, decorating, wrapping, entertaining, carolling and, worst of all, fruitcake! Scaredy Squirrel returns with a quirky safety guide filled with practical tips and nutty step-by-step instructions to help readers prepare for a perfect Christmas. A fun-filled... |
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A Christmas Tree for Ruby (Max and Ruby)
Grosset & Dunlap - Grosset & Dunlap
Format: Paperback
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Will Max find the perfect Christmas tree for Ruby? . In this 8 x 8 storybook, Max, Ruby, and Grandma go to Santas Tree Land to pick out a Christmas tree. Ruby wants to find the perfect tree, but Max is more interested in seeing Santa. After all the trees Ruby picks get taken by other bunnies,... |
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McDuffs New Friend
Rosemary Wells - Disney-Hyperion
Format: Hardcover
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A new installment in this engaging series follows the lovable Westie dog named McDuff who in this holiday tale falls asleep while waiting for Santa to arrive on Christmas Eve only to be awakened by a loud thump and a new arrival. |
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Merry Christmas Davy
Brigitte Weninger - North-South Books
Format: September 1
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Worried about the hungry animals left out in the cold, Davy the rabbit believes he is following Santas wishes when he shares his food, leaving very little for his family. |
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Sharing Christmas
Kate Westerlund - Minedition
Format: Hardcover
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The forest animals come from all parts of the forest as they share their food with each other and something for the Christmas celebration. Object lesson for Children about the gift of sharing. |
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What Does Mrs. Claus Do?
Kate Wharton - Tricycle Press
Format: Hardcover
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We all know Santa spends Christmas Eve making lists, checking them twice, reigning in reindeer, leaving gifts for the "nice." But what about Mrs. Claus? First-time author Kate Wharton weaves a modern tale about the ways Santas better half might occupy herself while her husband... |
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The Christmas Boot
Lisa Wheeler - Rocky Pond Books
Format: Hardcover
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In the spirit of Christmas classics The Polar Express and The Night Before Christmas comes a holiday tale about the magic of Santa, illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Jerry Pinkney Lonely Hannah is delighted to discover a warm black boot as she gathers kindling in the forest. A poor woman,... |
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Dino-christmas
Lisa Wheeler - Carolrhoda Books
Format: Hardcover
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Have yourself a merry Dino-Christmas! Dinos big and small deck the halls and enjoy snowball fights, hot cocoa, a parade, and more. Share in the dinosaurs' delight as they eagerly await the arrival of everyone's favorite . . . Santa Claws! |
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Uncles and Antlers
Lisa Wheeler - Atheneum/Richard Jackson Books
Format: Book
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Once a year, every year, the seven uncles gather. Shaggy coats, scarves of red. Two tall antlers on each head. Is it their niece they've come to see? Surely, yes. Is it their job they've come to do? Most definitely. And is she eager to join in the fun? Absolutely Here is a playful... |
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The Miracle of Saint Nicholas
Gloria Whelan - Bethlehem Books
Format: Hardcover
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It was the day before Christmas in a small Russian village. Alexis babushka was telling him what Christmas was like when she was a girl - before the soldiers came. "Our church was as crowded as a pod full of peas. Candles made the church as bright as the sunniest day. Watching over... |
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Smudge and the Book of Mistakes: A Christmas Story
Gloria Whelan - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Hardcover
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The monastery of St. Ambrose is situated on the Irish island of Morcarrick. Here, monks old and young live quiet lives spent in prayer and service. One day the Abbot decides that Brother Bede, their finest illuminator of manuscripts, will illustrate the Christmas story. It will be magnificent,... |
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Bear Stays Up for Christmas (The Bear Books)
Karma Wilson - Margaret K. McElderry Books
Format: Hardcover
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Celebrate the holidays with Bear and his friends in this sweet picture book from bestselling author Karma Wilson!. Bears 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... |
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Mortimers Christmas Manger
Karma Wilson - Margaret K. McElderry Books
Format: Hardcover
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A holiday story to be cherished by families everywhere |
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The First Christmas Stocking
Elizabeth Winthrop - Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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"Dream your dreams, my child, and knit them into the wool."A long time ago a girl named Claire learned to knit by her mothers side. As the mother knit mittens, scarves and all sorts of clothing for the wealthy people of the town, Claire set about knitting stockings to keep her toes... |
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Merry Christmas, Big Hungry Bear! (Childs Play Library)
Audrey Wood - Blue Sky Press
Format: Hardcover
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The long-awaited sequel to Don & Audrey Woods mega-bestselling, award-winning classic THE BIG HUNGRY BEAR (1984) , which has sold more than 18 million copies in hardcover worldwide.. Painted in acrylics using the same technique and the same paper as the bestseller THE LITTLE MOUSE, THE RED RIPE... |
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What Santa Cant Do
Douglas Wood - Simon & Schuster Childrens Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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From the author of What Teachers Cant Do, a humorous tale tells of the many amusing things that Santa isnt able or willing to do, such as drive a car or fly in an airplane for fear of hurting his reindeers feelings. |
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A Pirate's Night Before Christmas
Philip Yates - Sterling
Format: Hardcover
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Young mateys will find plenty of holiday joy in this humorous colorful and thoroughly piratical version of the beloved Clement C Moore classic On this ship of mischievous brigandswho have visions of treasure chests not sugarplums dancing in their headsyou wouldnt expect a visit from nice... |
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A Small Christmas
Wong Herbert Yee - HMH Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Its Christmas Eve, and Fireman Small has had a busy day - he helped Mayor Mole find a Christmas tree, and he decorated it from tip to toe. When he arrives back at Firehouse Nine, all Fireman Small wants is a good nights sleep before Christmas morning.But a crash and a muffled ho-ho-ho suddenly... |
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How Do Dinosaurs Say Merry Christmas?
Jane Yolen - The Blue Sky Press
Format: Hardcover
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Ho! Ho! Ho! With more than 9 million books in print, America's favorite dinosaurs can't wait to celebrate Christmas!From decorating the tree to wrapping presents, little dinosaurs love to celebrate Christmas-and everything about it. With ornaments on the branches and carolers singing... |
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Penguin's christmas wish
Salina Yoon - Bloomsbury USA Childrens
Format: Hardcover
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Celebrate Christmas with beloved character Penguin in this new book from award-winning author and illustrator Salina Yoon!Penguin can't wait to celebrate Christmas with his family and friends. But when things don't go exactly as planned, Penguin learns to find holiday magic in the most... |
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A Unicorn Named Sparkle's First Christmas
Amy Young - Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Format: Hardcover
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It's Sparkle's first Christmas and Lucy is showing him how to celebrate. Make a snowman. Check. Make a unicorn snowman. Check. Hang stockings, make cookies, and, of course -- buy presents! (But don't eat them.) Check. In pure Sparkle fashion, nothing goes as planned,... |
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The Beautiful Christmas Tree
Charlotte Zolotow
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A new edition of a Christmas classic, featuring striking new illustrations, shows how Mr. Crockett saves a thin little tree that the neighbors have rejected and raises it into a healthy pine that improves life for everyone. |
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Board Books
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Merry Christmas, Little Pookie
Sandra Boynton - Little Simon
Format: Board book
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Pookie and Mom get ready to welcome Christmas, in this gentle and captivating board book from the beloved and bestselling Sandra Boynton.It's Christmas Eve! Join Mom and her little Pookie as they prepare for the merriest of holidays. Together they happily walk through the falling snow,... |
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Dear Santa
Rod Campbell - Little Simon
Format: Print book
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A letter to Santa starts off on a merry chain of gift-wrapping, but nothing is quite right and each time, he thinks better of his choice. Lift the flaps to unwrap each present and find out what Santa chooses as the perfect present in the end! |
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Biscuit Gives a Gift: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids
Alyssa Satin Capucilli - HarperFestival
Format: Board book
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Christmas is a wonderful time for sharing. Biscuit finds the perfect gifts foreveryone he loves.
Read more Continue reading Read less ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Alyssa Satin Capucilli is the author of the first story about Tulip and Rex, Tulip Loves Rex, as well as the bestselling Biscuit books... |
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Santas New Idea
Nina Chen - NorthSouth
Format: Board book
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Santa lets the toys choose the children theyll belong to on Christmas morning! Nina Chens candy-colored illustrations make this tale a sweet, holiday treat. |
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Llama Llama Jingle Bells
Anna Dewdney - Viking Books for Young Readers; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book
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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. In Llama Llama Jingle Bells, little llama and his friends... |
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A Frozen Christmas
Andrea Posner-Sanchez - Random House Disney
Format: Hardcover
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A glittery board book starring the characters from Disney Frozen! Anna and Elsa are excited to spend a very merry Christmas together! Girls and boys ages 0 to 3 will love this sturdy board book starring the characters from the Academy Award-winning film Disney Frozen. Plus... |
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Five Little Elves
Public Domain - HarperFestival
Format: Print book
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Celebrate the season with Santa's little helpers as they pack his big red sleigh full of brightly wrapped presents. Toddlers will be eager to chant along with this fun holiday take on a classic rhyme. With Dan Yaccarino's vibrant and bold illustrations, this sturdy board book is sure to captivate... |
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Duck & Goose, It's Time for Christmas!
Tad Hills - Schwartz & Wade
Format: Hardcover
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Celebrate Christmas with Duck and Goose's new holiday board book!Our feathered friends are getting ready for Christmas. The only problem? Goose is more interested in skating, sledding, and making snow angels than in helping Duck decorate their Christmas tree. While Goose has the time... |
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Grandmas Christmas Wish
Helen Foster James - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Hardcover
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Winner of 2019 National Parenting Product Award! There is nothing like a grandmothers love. This sweet story celebrates the special bond between grandma and grandchild at Christmas time. With a bedtime-friendly singsong rhythm and adorable holiday illustrations, this books is sure to charm... |
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Santa's Christmas Train
Helen Foster James - WorthyKids
Format: Hardcover
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Here is every child's dream come true - a wondrous trip to visit Santa's North Pole. |
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The Silent Noisy Night (padded)
Jill Roman Lord - B&H Kids
Format: Board book
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It may have been a silent night when Jesus came to earth. OR ... It may have been a NOISY night to celebrate His birth.. The night Jesus was born is frequently referred to as a silent night. But how could it possibly have been silent if Jesus was born in a manger, with cows and sheep and donkeys... |
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Teeny Tiny Santa
Rachel Matson - Cartwheel Books
Format: Board book
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Join this teeny tiny Santa on a BIG Christmas adventure!In a teeny tiny villageOn an evening cold and brightA teeny tiny foxDreamt of Christmas night.This teeny tiny fox fears he is too small to get a visit from Santa. But with a teeny tiny ho ho ho...... |
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Christmas Is Awesome! (A Hello!Lucky Book)
Sabrina Moyle - Abrams Appleseed
Format: Print Length
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Christmas is for everyone - even grumpy Lump of Coal - in this whimsical story from Hello!Lucky In this whimsical holiday romp, everyone's getting in on the festive fun, including a grumpy but adorable lump of coal. Celebrate all of the things that make Christmas special as the trees... |
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Santas Midnight Sleighride (Finger-trail Animal Tales)
Elena Pasquali - Lion Childrens Bks
Format: Board book
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This story features the jolly man in red himself flying through the sky, and reindeer making footprints on the roof while Santa plods down the chimney. Children can follow the amazing midnight sleigh ride all the way to the heart of Christmas. |
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Christmas Heroes!
Random House - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Board book
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A sturdy shaped board book featuring Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol in a Christmas adventure!Can the team from Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol help Santa save Christmas? Pup-loving boys and girls ages 2 to 5 will love this sturdy board book, which follows Marshall, Skye, Rubble, and the rest... |
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Christmas with Peppa
Eone - Scholastic Inc.
Format: Board book
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Peppa Pig and her family have many special Christmas traditions. They mail letters to Santa, decorate their Christmas tree, and leave milk and cookies for Santa by the fireplace on Christmas Eve. Will Peppa and George sneak a peek at Santa this year? Find out in this board book based on the hit animated... |
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Merry Christmas, Shimmer and Shine! (Shimmer and Shine)
Random House - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Board book
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A magical Christmas glitter board book featuring Nickelodeons Shimmer and Shine! Leah and the genies from Nickelodeons Shimmer and Shine celebrate Christmas in this sturdy board book featuring a glitter cover and glitter art throughout. A perfect holiday gift for boys and girls ages 0 to 3. Boom... |
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Merry Christmas, Baby
Abigail Tabby - Little Simon
Format: Print Length
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This perfect holiday-themed lullaby is filled with good wishes and as much happiness, cheer, and joy as there is on Christmas Day.Merry Christmas to the baby I adore I wish you merry days and so much more I wish you a year as happy as this day Hopeful and joyful in every way In this cozy,... |
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The Missing Christmas Tree
Rev. W. Awdry - Golden Books; Brdbk edition
Format: Board book
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On a snowy Christmas Eve at the Town Square, Thomas the Tank Engine volunteers to let the children of Sodor decorate him while his friends search for the missing Christmas tree. Train-obsessed little boys from ages 1–4 will giggle at the humor in this sturdy Thomas & Friends board... |
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Easy Readers
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Fly Guys Ninja Christmas
Tedd Arnold - Cartwheel Books; Illustrated edition
Format: Hardcover
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Can Ninja Fly Guy save Christmas?In the new book in Tedd Arnolds New York Times bestselling... |
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Frog and Friends Celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve
Eve Bunting - Sleeping Bear Press
Format: Hardcover
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Welcome to Frog and his world. He enjoys nothing better than spending time floating on his pond or visiting with his friends. He appreciates the simpler things in life and would prefer that things stay just the way they are--nice and peaceful. From acclaimed children's writer Eve Bunting... |
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Home For Christmas
Tish Rabe - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Paperback
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Fans of the PBS Kids Special The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Christmas! can relive the fun over and over with this Step 3 adaptation of the complete episode, written for children who are ready to read independently. From the Cat's Christmas Eve Party (with animal guests from all over... |
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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Kristen L. Depken - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Print book
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Celebrate Christmas with everyones favorite red-nosed reindeer!A terrible blizzard is coming! Who will lead Santas sleigh through the storm and save ChristmasThis Step 2 Step into Reading retells the story of the most famous reindeer of allRudolph!, |
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The Christmas Party (Disney Frozen) (Step into Reading)
Andrea Posner-Sanchez - RH/Disney
Format: Paperback
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Its Christmas in Arendelle and Anna and Elsa want to make it the best one ever! Find out how the royal sisters from Disneys award-winning movie Frozen celebrate. Girls ages 4 to 6 will love this Step 2 reader that comes with press-out ornaments featuring pictures of the characters, and festive... |
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Henry and Mudge and a Very Merry Christmas: Ready-to-Read Level 2 (Henry & Mudge)
Cynthia Rylant - Simon Spotlight
Format: Paperback
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Christmas at Henry and Mudges house means cookies and carols and presents, and the whole family gathering for a delicious breakfast (with lots of food falling on the floor for Mudge) . It may just be the best Christmas ever -- but Henrys favorite present is the big, lovable dog hes had all along. |
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Henry And Mudge In The Sparkle Days
Cynthia Rylant - Simon Spotlight
Format: Paperback
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Henry and his dog Mudge experience the sparkly joys of winter in this fifth Ready-to-Read book of their adventures.Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And theyre ready for a snowy winter! |
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Christmas Is Here!
Schulz, Charles M. - Simon Spotlight
Format: Hardcover
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Celebrate the Christmas season with Snoopy and the Peanuts gang in this special Level 2 Ready-to-Read!Christmas is finally here! This year, Snoopy just wants to spend a peaceful and quiet day with his best friend Woodstock, but people keep interrupting them. Find out how Snoopy gets into... |
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Eloise Decorates for Christmas: Ready-to-Read Level 1
Lisa McClatchy - Simon Spotlight
Format: Hardcover
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Eloise decorates for Christmas in this hilarious Level 1 Ready-to-Read thats perfect for emerging readers. How marvelous!It is holiday time at the Plaza Hotel! Eloise wants to decorate and find a way to make the Christmas tree super special. Will she be the one to place the star atop the Christmas... |
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Cooking and Crafts
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A Christmas Drawing Wonderland!
Jennifer M. Besel - Capstone Press
Format: Book
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What's more fun than celebrating Christmas? Try drawing Christmas! Become an artist, and learn to sketch the sights and symbols that make this holiday special. It just takes a pencil and a bit of Christmas cheer! |
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Christmas Crafts from around the World (Kids Can Do It)
June Bradford - Kids Can Press
Format: Hardcover
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No matter where it's celebrated, Christmas is a joyful time of year. In this book in the Kids Can Do It series, kids can enjoy their very own "international" Christmas with seventeen yuletide projects and some very special ideas for getting into the holiday spirit! |
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The Christmas Book
Jane Bull - DK CHILDREN; 1st edition
Format: Hardcover
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Deck the halls with festive mobiles and flurries of snowflakes. Create snowstorms in jelly jars. Fill boxes with candies. Count down to Christmas with a magical calendar. Easy-to-make, fun-to-do, for a sparkling Christmas. |
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Fun-to-Make Crafts for Christmas
Tom Daning - Boyds Mills Press
Format: Hardcover
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Children and adults alike look forward to the Christmas season, and the 150 crafts in this handy book will help everyone prepare for the excitement. From homemade ornaments to special Christmas gifts, this book has plenty of fun projects to make the holidays festive. Each unique craft can be made... |
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Christmas Cookies!: A Holiday Cookbook
Susan Devins
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Here is a charming holiday cookbook that is sure to turn an aromatic pastime into a favorite family ritual. Clearly presented and cheerfully illustrated, these seventeen recipes - from shortbread to snickerdoodles to stained-glass Christmas trees - are accented with useful tip |
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Christmas Activities
Ray Gibson
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Provides instructions for making Christmas decorations, gifts, cards, and other seasonal craft projects. |
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Christmas and Hanukkah Origami
Ruth Owen - Powerkids Pr
Format: Paperback
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Readers can celebrate the holidays by making crafts the whole family will enjoy. This informative book shows readers how to use the traditional Japanese art of folding paper to make fun Christmas and Hanukkah decorations. Step-by-step instructions assure that readers at all levels will... |
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Cool Holiday Treats: Easy Recipes for Kids to Bake
Pamela S. Price - Abdo Publishing Company
Format: Book
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A fun, creative new series that introduces young readers to baking through easy-to-read text and illustrations of basic baking techniques, tools and ingredients that will have youngsters baking kid-tested recipes in no time--and loving it!Title: Cool Holiday TreatsAuthor: Price, PamPublisher:... |
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Creating Winter Crafts (How-to Library)
Dana Meachen Rau - Cherry Lake Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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Whether youre looking for something to do on a rainy day or making a personalized gift for a friend, crafts are a great way to pass the time. They also provide an opportunity to learn how to draw meaning from technical texts. The activities in this book push readers to read for comprehension,... |
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Christmas Crafts (Fun Holiday Crafts Kids Can Do!)
Fay Robinson - Enslow Elementary
Format: Print book
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Reviewed with Fay Robinson's Halloween Crafts.Gr. 2-4. Pillowcase ghosts, sock bats, and a "Santa Sneezebox" tissue cover are among the accessible projects featured in these books from the new Fun Holiday Crafts Kids Can Do! series. On each double-page spread, color photos... |
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Nonfiction
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Christmas
Molly Aloian - Crabtree Publishing Company; 1 edition
Format: Paperback
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Introduces Christmas, and discusses its pagan and Christian origins, seasonal decorations and music, religious and secular celebrations, and the holiday around the world.Title: ChristmasAuthor: Aloian, MollyPublisher: Crabtree Pub CoPublication Date: 2008/09/30Number of Pages: 32Binding... |
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The Story of Christmas
Barbara Cooney
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A lavishly illustrated volume retells the story of Christ's birth while explaining the origins and meaning of Christmas traditions, including those based on the mid-winter festivals of the pagans more than two thousand years ago. |
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The Legend of Saint Nicholas
Demi - Margaret K. McElderry Books
Format: Hardcover
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From his very first day of life, when he rises from his bath to pray to God, it is clear that Nicholas is a miraculous child with a spiritual destiny. As he grows he is deeply saddened by the sickness, suffering, and death that he witnesses every day. Looking to use his special gifts to affect... |
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The Family Christmas Tree Book
Tomie dePaola - Holiday House
Format: Library Binding
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A family discusses the origin of the Christmas tree as it decorates its own. |
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The Legend of the Poinsettia
Tomie dePaola - G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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In Mexico, the poinsettia is called flor de la Nochebuenao flower of the Holy Night. At Christmastime, the flower blooms and flourishes, the quite exquisite red stars lighting up the countryside.A Mexican legend tells how the poinsettia came to be, through a little girl's unselfish... |
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O Christmas Tree: Its History and Holiday Traditions
Jacqueline Farmer
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Explore the roots of the modern Christmas tree! When did people really start putting up Christmas trees - and why? From ancient Egyptian and Roman winter solstice customs to the eleventh-century European miracle plays and sixteenth-century New Year's customs that ga |
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Santa Who?
Gail Gibbons - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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In telling the rich history of the Christmas gift-giver, Gail Gibbons draws upon many cultures. From the legend of Saint Nicholas to the Dutch Sinter Cleas, from The Night before Christmas to Thomas Nasts famous cartoons, her lively, well-researched text and sparkling illustrations show... |
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First Christmas, The
Nonny Hogrogian - Greenwillow Books; 1st edition
Format: Hardcover
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Using passages from the authorized King James Version of the Bible and a simple connecting text, Hogrogian movingly relates the story of the first Christmas. This beautiful book, magnificently illustrated, is a book for readers of all ages. Full color. |
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Christmas Around the World
Mary D. Lankford - HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Illustrated]
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Christmas kindles warmth in the hearts of children throughout the world. With her boundless curiosity and careful research, Mary D. Lankford, the author of" Hopscotch Around the World," has woven a vivid tapestry of Christmas traditions in twelve countries. From Ethiopia to Greece... |
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The Miracle of the First Poinsettia
Joanne Oppenheim
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Originally native to Mexico, beautiful poinsettia plants decorate homes around the world every holiday season. But few people who love the plant s deep red tones know the traditional Mexican tale about how the poinsettia first came to be. In this extraordinary collaboration, Fabia |
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Celebrating Christmas!
Marisa Orgullo - PowerKids Press
Format: Library Binding
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Christmas is a major holiday celebrated in many different ways from culture to culture, and even from family to family. This book takes readers on a colorful adventure through the way different countries in Latin America celebrate this holiday. The text especially highlights the unique... |
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And to all a good night : christmas folklore
Bill Palmer - Mason Crest Publishers
Format: Book : Juvenile audience : English
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This series explores the many facets of folklore, the traditions that make up our cultural fabric, in North America. Young readers will gain a greater appreciation for how folklore traditions enrich and give meaning to many aspects of modern daily life. |
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There Was No Snow on Christmas Eve
Pamela Munoz Ryan
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There was no snow on Christmas Eve. Instead, a desert zephyr blew And palm fronds sang a rustling tune To welcome the awaited birth. There was no snow, no fireplace, no need for woolen caps and gloves on that very first Christmas. Instead there was a humble stable, and weary trave |
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Christmas: From Solstice to Santa
Nikki Tate - Orca Book Publishers
Format: Hardcover
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Christmas is a popular holiday celebrated by people all over the world. This informative and engaging exploration of Christmas is aimed at the middle grades but will entertain readers of a much wider age range. Learn about the games played, foods eaten, music played and favorite ways of decorating... |
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Poems and Songs
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The Night Before Christmas: Told in Signed English
Clement Clarke Moore - Gallaudet University Press
Format: Hardcover
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A classic poem is presented in a format for deaf children, utilizing American Sign Language and rhyme for vocabulary and grammar building as well as holiday enjoyment, accompanied by full-color illustrations. UP. |
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Tomie dePaola's Book Of Christmas Carols
Tomie dePaola
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A selection of more than thirty favorite Christmas carols, highlighted by full-color illustrations and six fold-out pages featuring triptych-like designs |
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The Glorious Christmas Songbook
Cooper Edens - Chronicle Books
Format: Book
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Fill the holidays with joyous song! In the tradition of Chronicle Book's Classic Illustrated Edition of The Night Before Christmas comes another charming book to help you sing in the holidays. With illustrations garnered from one of the world's most extensive antique picture book... |
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Under the Christmas Tree
Nikki Grimes - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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Presented from an African-American perspective by a Coretta Scott King Award-winning author, a holiday tale provides readers with twenty-three charming poems that capture the joy and happiness of one familys Christmas celebration. |
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The Night Before Christmas
Clement Clarke Moore - HarperColl
Format: Book
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No poem better expresses the magic and excitement of Christmas Eve than Clement C. Moore's "The Night Before Christmas." Now, acclaimed illustrator Bruce Whatley has brought this favorite poem to life with stunning illustrations that perfectly capture all the joy of the Christmas... |
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Twas the Night Before Christmas (Illustrated)
Clement Clarke Moore - Amazon Childrens Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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The famous:Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse The stockings were hung by the chimney with care In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there... |
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