Here are 15 great Christmas Stories for Kids! Bring the magic of Christmas to life in your home and classroom with some of these great read-aloud Christmas stories.
The Elves and The Shoemaker is a classic tale by Jacob Grimm. The story alludes to Christmas and explores seasonal themes of giving and kindness. The illustrations in this edition are rich and beautiful.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is a must-read in a collection of great Christmas stories for kids. Great lessons to be discussed about kindness, overcoming challenges, and finding your own strengths.
Too Many Tamales by Gary Soto and Ed Martinez is a charming story that is heartwarming and beautifully descriptive. This sweet story about a family tradition of making tamales on Christmas Eve is a wonderful read-aloud Christmas story.
Little Blue Truck’s Christmas story has our favorite little blue truck spreading Christmas cheer by delivering Christmas trees to all of his friends. The predictable text and simple rhymes are sure to engage your young listeners.
The Littlest Reindeer by Brandi Dougherty is an inspirational story of a tiny reindeer determined to help Santa fly his sleigh. Kids love this fun Christmas story.
Still another adorable rhyming story about friendship and giving is Bear Stays Up for Christmas. In this beautifully illustrated story, we find Bear’s friends desperately working to keep him awake for Christmas. Bear Stays Up for Christmas will likely find it’s place in your collection of favorite Christmas stories for kids.
Little Red Sleigh by Erin Guendelsberger is a heartwarming Christmas story of a little red sleigh who was determined to meet Santa. Beautifully illustrated and charming.
How to Catch an Elf by Adam Wallace and Andy Elkerton puts readers on a hilarious Christmas adventure trying to catch a mischievous elf on the loose! Kids will love the rhymes and silliness in this funny Christmas story.
This beautifully illustrated children’s version of the story of the birth of Jesus is a wonderful Christmas story to read aloud with kids.
Another beautifully illustrated Christmas story for kids is The Snowman by Raymond Briggs. While this wordless picture book is not directly about Christmas, it is a favorite with kids. The pictures tell an amazing story, and kids often like to add their own imaginative ending to the story. For more ideas for using wordless picture books, visit this blog post – 15 Amazing Wordless Picture Books.
Yet another great Christmas classic to read with kids. A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is an amazing read-aloud. There are also many great versions in play, and video form.
Like many others in this list, How the Grinch Stole Christmas has become a perennial favorite as well in the Christmas story collection. The magic of the Christmas spirit comes to life to warm even the coldest hearts in this fun story.
Still another timeless classic Christmas story is The Polar Express. With masterful storytelling and beautiful illustrations, kids are transported into an amazing winter wonderland. Snuggle up in your pajamas with some hot cocoa and enjoy this beautiful story.
Frosty the Snowman has been a staple in the classic Christmas story collection for years. Share this fun adventure as a snowman comes to life with the addition of a magic hat!
This timeless classic is perfect for preparing kids for the magic arrival of Santa and his reindeer. The Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore is one of the most-read Christmas stories.
These are some of my favorite Christmas stories to read with kids. What are your favorites?
Happy Holidays!