Best Christmas Books for Toddlers to Read This Season

Snuggle up with your little ones, and share some of these Christmas books for toddlers. They’re perfect for both toddlers and preschoolers!

As you begin planning your Christmas festivities, be sure to fill a book basket with some holiday board books. Their study pages and colorful pictures are sure to engage even your youngest audience.

Whether you’re introducing them to the holiday, reading about elves, or just preparing for a visit from Santa, there is something on this list that you’ll all enjoy.

Christmas Books for Toddlers

Looking for sweet and festive stories to share with your little one this holiday season? ???? Whether you’re snuggling up at bedtime or reading during circle time, these Christmas books for toddlers are filled with joy, wonder, and plenty of holiday cheer. They’re simple, colorful, and perfect for keeping little hands and hearts engaged.

Below, you’ll find a merry mix of favorites that are sure to become part of your Christmas traditions!

Christmas Songs: Interactive Children’s Sound Book (10 Button Sound)

This interactive sound book plays classic Christmas songs that little ones can sing along to. The buttons are easy for small hands to press, and the music is clear and fun. It’s a great way to bring holiday cheer into your home or classroom.

Christmas in the Manger

This book tells the story of the first Christmas in simple, rhyming words. Each page introduces a person or animal from the nativity, helping little ones learn who's who. The soft, padded cover and bright pictures make it just right for tiny hands.

Santa’s Workshop: A Christmas Lift-a-Flap Board Book for Babies and Toddlers (Chunky Lift-a-Flap)

This sturdy board book invites little ones to peek inside Santa’s workshop with fun flaps to lift on every page. Kids can explore the North Pole, visit Mrs. Claus’s kitchen, and see how toys are made. The bright pictures and simple words make it a fun holiday read for toddlers.

Christmas Cookie Day!

This cozy board book follows a mama bear and her cub as they bake and decorate Christmas cookies together. The simple rhyming text and colorful pictures make it easy for little ones to join in the fun. It even includes a cookie recipe for families to try at home!

Llama Llama Jingle Bells

This short board book follows a little llama as he celebrates Christmas with friends. They sing songs, give gifts, and decorate cookies together. The rhyming words and sturdy pages make it just right for toddlers.

The Itsy Bitsy Reindeer

This board book offers a fun holiday twist on a familiar nursery rhyme. It follows a tiny reindeer helping Santa and the elves get ready for Christmas. The rhyming words and cheerful pictures make it a great pick for toddlers. Scholastic Book Clubs+3

Dear Santa: A Lift-the-Flap Book

This lift-the-flap book lets little ones help Santa find the perfect present. Each flap hides a surprise gift, and the last page has a soft spot to touch. It's a fun and simple story that toddlers will enjoy exploring again and again.

The Night Before Christmas Oversized Padded Board Book: The Classic Edition (Oversized Padded Board Books)

This sturdy board book shares the classic Christmas poem in a way that's just right for little ones. The pages are filled with cozy pictures, and the words have a gentle rhythm that's nice to read aloud. It's a sweet story to enjoy together on Christmas Eve.

The First Christmas: Lift-a-Pop Pop-Up Nativity Board Book for Christians to Celebrate the Birth of Baby Jesus – Holiday Gift For Babies and Toddlers

This interactive board book introduces toddlers to the story of the first Christmas with simple words and colorful pop-up scenes. Each sturdy flap reveals a surprise, helping little ones learn about the nativity while practicing their fine motor skills. It's a gentle and engaging way to share the true meaning of Christmas.

The Grinch’s Great Big Flap Book: Over 60 Lift-the-Flaps Inside!

This board book is a toddler-friendly version of a classic holiday story. It has over 60 flaps for little hands to lift, making reading time extra fun. The rhyming words and sturdy pages are just right for young children.

The Not Very Merry Pout-Pout Fish (A Pout-Pout Fish Adventure)

This cheerful board book follows a fish on a quest to find the perfect Christmas gifts for his friends. After searching high and low, he learns that the best presents come from the heart. The rhyming words and colorful pictures make it a joyful read for little ones.

Merry Christmas (Bright Baby Touch and Feel)

This touch-and-feel board book lets little ones explore Christmas with their senses. Each page has a fun texture to touch, like Santa’s beard or a shiny ornament. The bright pictures and simple words make it a fun holiday book for babies and toddlers.

First 100 Christmas Words

This sturdy board book helps toddlers learn 100 Christmas words with bright photos and simple labels. From Santa and snowflakes to ornaments and cookies, it’s a fun way to build vocabulary while talking about holiday traditions. The padded cover and thick pages are just right for little hands.

Merry Christmas, Little Pookie

This sweet board book follows a little piglet and his mom as they get ready for Christmas Eve. They bake cookies, decorate the house, sing songs, and finally snuggle up for bed. The gentle rhymes and cozy pictures make it a perfect bedtime story for the holidays.

Duck & Goose, It’s Time for Christmas! (Oversized Board Book)

This board book follows two feathered friends as they prepare for Christmas. While one is eager to decorate the tree, the other is busy enjoying winter fun like sledding and making snow angels. The simple words and cheerful pictures make it a fun holiday read for toddlers.

FAQs About Choosing Christmas Books for Toddlers

What kind of Christmas books are best for toddlers?

Look for board books with sturdy pages, simple stories, and big, colorful pictures. Toddlers love books they can touch, lift flaps on, or hear music from—anything that keeps their little hands busy while listening!

Can toddlers understand the real story of Christmas?

Yes, in a very simple way! There are some sweet books that talk about baby Jesus, Mary, and the animals in the stable using easy words and gentle pictures. It’s a nice way to introduce the story while keeping things age-appropriate.

How many Christmas books should I read with my toddler?

As many as you’d like! Even reading one special book a day in December can make story time feel magical. Just follow your child’s lead—if they love one book, it’s okay to read it over and over!

Reading Christmas books with your toddler is such a cozy and joyful way to celebrate the season. Whether you’re sharing a quiet moment before bed or laughing together during playtime, these sweet stories help make holiday memories that last. Pick a few favorites, cuddle up, and let the magic of Christmas come to life—one page at a time. Happy reading and merry Christmas!

Tara

Tara is the brains behind Homeschool Preschool, where her journey from preschool and public school teacher to homeschooling mom of three fuels her passion for early childhood education. With a blend of expertise and firsthand experience, Tara’s writings offer practical tips and engaging resources to support families in creating meaningful learning adventures at home.