Christmas Reading Recommendations for Kids
Glory to the newborn King! The Very First Christmas introduces children to one of the most wonderful stories of all time, the birth of Jesus. Using the popular and vibrant artwork from The Beginner’s Bible, children will learn the events leading up to Jesus’ miraculous birth. By the end of the story, children will understand why we celebrate this special day. Recommended for ages 2 to 5.
In The Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving, Brother and Sister Bear can’t wait for Christmas and all the presents they’ll open. But during the Christmas Eve pageant, something special happens! The Bear cubs learn a very valuable lesson about the joy of giving to others.
Recommended for ages 4-7.
Settle in to another heartwarming story about the polar bear family from the author who brought you God Gave Us You, and God Gave Us Two! This time, the bears are getting ready to celebrate the most special day of the year: Christmas. In this enchanting picture book, you can help young children celebrate the true meaning of Christmas, and it offers the perfect opportunity for little ones to discover the awesome truth of how much God loves them.
In the midst of all the Christmas preparations, curious Little Cub asks one day, “Who invented Christmas?” Mama’s answer only leads to more questions, like: “Is God more important than Santa?” So Mama decides to take Little Cub on an expedition to discover how God gave them Christmas. As their journey unfolds, the pair finds signs that God is at work all around them. Mama’s gentle guidance helps Little Cub discover that Jesus is the best present of all! Recommended for ages 4 to 8.
Now with a new foreword by Billy Graham! In this heartwarming tale of a little lost boy and the grandmotherly woman who finds him, Ruth Graham spins a unique version of the Christmas story that begins with creation and ends with the resurrection. Richard Watson’s captivating illustrations make it a treasure you’ll cherish for years to come. 72 pages, hardcover from Nelson.
Wishing you and all your little readers a blessed Christmas.
