Celebrate the Season: December Children’s Christmas Books to Inspire Faith and Family Traditions
Discover our December picks for children’s Christmas books. Faith-centered, age-appropriate stories to inspire imagination, nurture love for Heavenly Father, and create family holiday traditions, delivered to your doorstep.
December is a magical time for families, full of twinkling lights, festive songs, and the joy of celebrating Christ’s birth. At Elevate, we are excited to share our faith-based children’s books with your family and hope to join your family on the journey of creating meaningful holiday traditions through reading.
Our December book selection is designed to spark imagination, teach faith-filled values, and make storytime a cherished part of your family’s holiday celebrations. When you subscribe, we will deliver these hand-picked, age-appropriate books straight to your home each month.
Why Reading Christmas Books with Your Kids Matters
Reading with your children during the holiday season can have a lasting impact on their development and faith. Here are a few reasons why:
- Builds Faith and Values: Faith-centered books teach children about kindness, gratitude, generosity, and the true meaning of Christmas—the birth of Jesus.
- Encourages Family Bonding: Reading together creates special moments and shared memories, building meaningful traditions that your children will remember for years.
- Boosts Imagination and Literacy: Stories spark creativity and improve vocabulary, comprehension, and a love for reading—skills for a lifetime.
- Delivered Straight to Your Home: By subscribing, you get a monthly book sent directly to your doorstep, ensuring storytime is convenient, consistent, and stress-free.
December Book Picks by Age Group
0–3 Years: Happy Birthday, Christmas Child!: A Counting Nativity Book
Celebrate the birth of Jesus with joyful counting and festive cheer! From one shining star to ten happy angels, little readers will delight in discovering the story of the first Christmas through gentle rhymes and charming illustrations. This sweet counting nativity book helps children learn their numbers while celebrating the true meaning of Christmas—the birthday of Christ! Perfect for bedtime reading.
Parent Tip: Read aloud every evening and point to the illustrations. Ask simple questions like, “Who is this story about?” to engage your child and develop early comprehension skills.
Goodreads: Happy Birthday, Christmas Child!: A Counting Nativity Book by Laura Sassi is rated 4.67 out of 5 on Goodreads.
Rather purchasing the book yourself? Buy it on Amazon*.
4–6 Years: Room for a Little One: A Christmas Tale by Martin Waddell
This charming picture book tells the Nativity story in a gentle, heartwarming way. Preschoolers will love the vivid illustrations and sweet narrative, while parents can guide discussions about love, kindness, and faith.
Parent Tip: Use this book as a discussion starter. Ask your child questions like, “Why do you think everyone wanted to see the baby?” or “How can we be kind like the people in the story?”
Goodreads: Room for a Little One: A Christmas Tale by Martin Waddell is rated 4.31 out of 5 on Goodreads.
Rather purchasing the book yourself? Buy it on Amazon*.
7–11 Years: Twas The Night Before Christmas by Clement Moore (Author), Charles Santore (Illustrator)
Older early readers will enjoy this classic that delighted generations with its enchanting tale of Santa’s visit, the excitement of anticipation, and the joy of the season. Beyond the fun and wonder, this story provides a gentle opportunity to discuss gratitude, giving, and the spirit of love that defines the holiday season.
Parent Tip: Encourage your child to retell the story in their own words. This reinforces comprehension, strengthens memory, and helps them internalize the message.
Goodreads: Twas the Night Before Christmas by Clement Moore is rated 4.45 out of 5 on Goodreads.
Rather purchasing the book yourself? Buy it on Amazon*.
Why December is Special with Elevate
Every month, our faith-centered children’s book subscription delivers a story tailored to your child’s age and stage, but December is extra special. Each book in our Christmas selection:
- Teaches faith and values
- Encourages family bonding through reading
- Sparks imagination and holiday joy
- Is delivered straight to your home, making it easy to start new traditions
We hope to join your family in the journey of creating meaningful holiday traditions, making storytime a cherished part of your holiday celebrations.
How to Make the Most of Your December Reading
Here are some tips for families to fully enjoy their Christmas book subscription:
- Set a Special Reading Time: Choose a consistent time each week or evening to read together—perhaps after dinner or before bedtime.
- Create a Cozy Reading Corner: Add blankets, pillows, festive decorations, and nativity scenes – you can find beautiful nativity sets at Deseret Book or Amazon to make reading extra magical.
- Pair with Activities: Include coloring pages, craft ideas, or discussion questions related to the story.
- Discuss Faith Lessons: Take a few moments to talk about the values in the story—love, generosity, gratitude—and how your family can practice them.
- Make it a Tradition: Read the same story each year, or use it as the start of a countdown to Christmas, helping children connect stories to holiday memories.
🎄 Bring Faith, Fun, and Magic to Your Holidays
Sign up for the Elevate book subscription and receive faith-centered, magical stories delivered to your home each month. Spark imagination, teach values, and make reading a treasured part of your family’s holiday traditions.
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