Best Christmas Books

Our expert loves the new and enhanced cover and pages in this 30th anniversary edition of a popular Christmas story.

An endearing tale of a child whose faith in Santa is restored after a journey to the North Pole on a train. Durable hardcover edition. Caldecott Medal winner. Comes with a keepsake ornament.

The Night Before Christmas

The book jacket explains that Santa isn't real, so it may not be an excellent choice for younger kids.

Best Bang for the Buck

Clement Moore

Bargain Pick

A hardcover edition of a classic story that's packed with gorgeous illustrations.

Bargain Pick

A hardcover edition of a classic story that's packed with gorgeous illustrations.

Adapted from a poem that tells the story of Santa visiting a home on Christmas Eve. Features a high-quality, durable design. Has a four-page illustrated foldout. The shiny, foil-stamped cover is sure to impress. New York Times bestseller.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Some reviewers noted a few differences between this edition and the classic story.

Dr. Seuss

Customer Favorite

Our expert likes that this classic Christmas book demonstrates how the Christmas spirit can warm even the coldest hearts.

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Customer Favorite

Our expert likes that this classic Christmas book demonstrates how the Christmas spirit can warm even the coldest hearts.

This well-known story features a rhythmic style that keeps young readers engaged. Features color illustrations. Available in hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook editions.

Bear Stays Up for Christmas

The illustrations may feel dated to some readers.

Karma Wilson

Best for Kids

According to our expert, this feel-good story has cute illustrations.

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Best for Kids

According to our expert, this feel-good story has cute illustrations.

Each page features a beautiful illustration and a few short lines of text, making it an excellent choice for younger children. It tells the story of Bear and their friends as they do everything they can to keep Bear awake for Christmas.

Construction Site on Christmas Night

Some reviewers found the story too simple to be entertaining.

Sherri Duskey Rinker

Simple Yet Solid

Our expert shares that this book offers surprises with each character in the story.

Simple Yet Solid

Our expert shares that this book offers surprises with each character in the story.

The illustrations are colorful and exciting. Tells the story of several pieces of construction equipment building a home for fire engines on Christmas day. Each page has short lines of rhyming text.