Books About Holiday Traditions · 30 titles considered

The Best Holiday Traditions Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about holiday traditions? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

A Little SPOT of Christmas
A World of Cookies for Santa
Halloween Is Coming!
The Night Before New Year's
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Holiday Traditions

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

Hot Cocoa Hearts

By Suzanne Nelson · Book #3 in the Wish series

A holiday job, a blizzard, and a surprising crush challenge Em's festive spirit.

256 pages· 45,247 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,867 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2023

Santa Claus Must Do His Chores!

By Andy Wortlock, Nahum Ziersch (Illustrator)

Santa juggles chores before his global gift-giving journey.

32 pages· 242 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 404 ratings
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Picture Book · 2020

A Little SPOT of Christmas

A helper from the North Pole discovers Santa might miss out on a gift this year.

40 pages· 745 words
4.5/5 Goodreads · 112 ratings
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1939

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

A reindeer with a glowing nose must save Christmas on a stormy night.

40 pages· 1,478 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 42,474 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2006

The Christmas Toy Factory

A reluctant Santa faces a holiday challenge in New Mouse City.

128 pages· 6,896 words· Est. 58 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,581 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2017

A World of Cookies for Santa

By M.E. Furman, Susan Gal (Illustrator)

Travel the globe with Santa to discover festive cookies and cultural delights.

48 pages· 1,852 words· Est. 15 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 517 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2014

Memoirs of an Elf

Santa's schedule is at risk when a family dog ends up in his sleigh. Can he return it in time for Christmas?

32 pages· 1,160 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 424 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2021

Halloween Is Coming!

By Cal Everett, Lenny Wen (Illustrator)

Join the excitement as Halloween's magic and mystery draw near.

32 pages· 224 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 349 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2009

The Night Before New Year's

Can the family stay awake until midnight on New Year's Eve?

32 pages· 426 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 296 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

A Stickler Christmas

A woodland creature spreads holiday cheer, but can he help a shy friend shine?

40 pages· 419 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 243 ratings
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Holiday Traditions Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about holiday traditions for preschool and elementary-age readers.

The Berenstain Bears Save Christmas

Ages 4–8 · 2003

Can the Bears restore true Christmas spirit before it's too late?

The Night Before Thanksgiving

Ages 4–8 · 2001

Join the Thanksgiving feast as family gathers for a fun-filled holiday celebration.

Merry Christmas, Stinky Face
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Merry Christmas, Stinky Face

Ages 3–6 · 2002

What if Santa's plans go awry? Stinky Face has questions.

The Little Red Elf
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The Little Red Elf

Ages 3–7 · 2009

An elf seeks help for Christmas prep, but her friends refuse. Who will share the joy?

The Holiday Heroes Save Christmas
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The Holiday Heroes Save Christmas

Ages 4–7 · 2018

Santa's out of commission. Can unlikely heroes save Christmas without being seen?

Santa's Kwanzaa

Ages 1–6 · 2004

Santa seeks a special gift beyond Christmas, embracing Kwanzaa's spirit.

Aunt Eater's Mystery Christmas

Ages 4–8 · 1995

A holiday disrupted by Christmas Eve mysteries.

How to Catch a Reindeer
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How to Catch a Reindeer

Ages 4–8 · 2020

A reindeer shares its experiences on Christmas Eve, exploring different holiday scenes and traditions.

Snowmen's Twelve Nights of Christmas

Ages 3–7 · 2023

A dog stirs chaos in a snowy twist on a classic carol.

The Gingerbread House Jack's Family Ate

Ages 4–8 · 2024

Can Jack's family build a gingerbread house without eating it first?

Meet the Scout Elves

Ages 4–8 · 2023

Explore the North Pole and uncover the secrets of the Scout Elves.

The ZomBees

Ages 4–8

Zombie bees swarm a town on Halloween. What do they want?

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Holiday Traditions Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about holiday traditions for developing and independent readers.

Who Is Stealing the 12 Days of Christmas?

Ages 8–11 · 2003

Can Alex catch the thief stealing Christmas decorations before it's too late?

Santa Claws

Ages 3–5 · 2022

Dinosaurs feast at Christmas, but what surprise awaits them?

How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

Ages 8–10 · 2000

A grumpy outcast plots to stop Christmas in a whimsical town.

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