This curated list of Christmas chapter books has wholesome stories that are perfect to share with your child or enjoy on your own.
The holiday season is in full swing, and there’s nothing quite like curling up with a good book to warm your heart. Christmas chapter books offer our minds a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of the season. With every turn of the page we can immerse ourselves in the joy of the season through vivid storylines and our imaginations. These wholesome heartfelt stories offer a wonderful respite for the reader. Whether you’re looking to share a good book with your children or enjoy a little holiday reading yourself, this curated list of christmas chapter book list has a nice variety to choose from as you will see from the descriptions below.
Happy reading, and may your Christmas season be filled with the wonder and beauty of good stories!
Christmas Chapter Books - Treasuries:
A sweet collection of short, vintage stories that warm the heart and make for a quick read. I love short stories, they’re great for busy times.
Christmas With Anne and Other Holiday Stories by L.M. Montgomery
Christmas With Anne and Other Holiday Stories by L.M. Montgomery
Inside this sweet book you will find sixteen short stories from the beloved author of Anne of Green Gables. The Anne stories in this collection are old favorites, but the tales joining them are new to this generation of Montgomery enthusiasts. These tales have never before been published in book form. A gem of a book!
A Little House Christmas Treasury by Laura Ingalls Wilder
A Little House Christmas Treasury by Laura Ingalls Wilder
Get ready to celebrate the season with Laura and her family as you immerse yourself in Christmas stories from the beloved Little House books. Reading these are like a warm hug from an old friend. This beautiful full color edition is sure to delight a wide variety of ages. A fabulous gift for any Little House fan.
Louisa May Alcott's Christmas Treasury by Louisa May Alcott
Louisa May Alcott’s Christmas Treasury by Louisa May Alcott
This is a complete collection of Lousia May Alcot’s beloved Christmas stories. These stories filled with hope, faith, joy, redemption, strength, and life’s goodness will brighten your day. The perfect seasonal collection for the Alcott lover.
Christmas Chapter Books - Novels:
These books make especially good family read-alouds and shorter Christmas read for older children or adults. I find each one of these books to be very touching.
The Lion in the Box by Margeurite de Angeli
A short and sweet family Christmas story about a widow and her five small children. Follow along with their struggles and find out how they end up with the most extraordinary and memorable Christmas of their lives.
The True Gift by Patricia MacLachlan
A heartwarming book about Lily and Liam spending Christmas on their grandparent’s farm. This simplstory e tells the warm family story of a classic holiday theme: the meaning of a true gift. An heart touching and heart warming tale that makes a fabulous family read aloud.
The Family Under the Bridge by Natalie Savage Carlson
A delightful holiday story of sharing and kindness. Armand, an old hobo, finds his home overtaken by a young family who have been misplaced. At first he is annoyed, but his heart softens towards them and in the end he just wants to make their Christmas wish come true. Another amazing family read aloud that will touch the hearts of both young and old.
The Birds' Christmas Carol by Kate Douglass Wiggin
A heartwrenching story about the life of Carol Bird, a young girl born on Christmas Day. Despite her illness, Carol’s boundless generosity and spirit inspire her family and friends to create a memorable and touching Christmas celebration. The story is a beautiful blend of joy, compassion, and the true spirit of the holiday season.
The Star of Light by Patricia St. James
The Star of Light by Patricia St. James
A compelling story that follows the journey of a young Moroccan boy Hamid, as he strives to protect Kinza his blind sister. Their challening adventure reveals themes of faith, sacrifice, and love – ultimately leading them to find hope in the most unexpected places.
A Tree for Peter by Kate Seredy
A touching story set during the Great Depression, about a frail young boy named Peter who lives in Shantytown. With the help of a mysterious man named Michael, Peter plants a tree that transforms the desolate environment of Shantytown into a thriving and hopeful community. A touching story of resilience, the power of kindness, and faith.
One Wintry Night by Ruth Bell Graham
A gorgeously illustrasted short chapter book about the true meaning of Christmas. Zeb gets displaced one snowy evening and finds shelter with a sweet older lady in her warm cabin where he hears the Christmas story for the first time – beginning with creation and ending with the resurrection. While written for children, adults will enjoy this as touching book too.
The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry
A timeless short story about a young married couple who are financially struggling yet deeply in love. Each sacrifices their most prized possession to buy a special Christmas gift for the other. This results in a touching and ironic twist that beautifully shows the true spirit of selfless love and giving.
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
The classic, well-known Christmas story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his cold heart. During the night of Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by three ghostly and terrifying visitores: The spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Each takes him on a heart-stopping journey in an attempt to open Scrooge’s heart. Will he ever experience true Christmas joy?
Looking for Christmas picture books to read to the children in your life?
Take a peek at my post of 25 Best Christmas Picture Books to Read Aloud.
