30 New Christmas Books for Kids to Read in 2022

Christmas Street by Jonathan Emmett

A seasonal Christmas book that brings the joy of the season while also teaching little readers their ABCs! With lift-the-flaps and rhyming text, little readers and their family will love this book.

Happy All-idays by Cindy Jin

With the holiday season here, it’s the perfect time to learn about different types of celebrations. Readers learn about the meaning behind Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa and more in this beautiful board book.

Little Santa’s Workshop by Lala Watkins

There’s nothing better than a book about Santa at Christmas. Little readers will love this behind the scenes look at Santa’s workshop and all the magic that comes with it.

Little Star by Lisa Edwards

The newest addition to the You Are the Light board book series. Little readers will follow sweet animals as they celebrate a winter night and the brightest star. This is a perfect option for those looking for something different then a traditional Christmas book.

Silent Night by Sara Gianassi

Adorable animals, winter nights and relatable text wait for you in this new board book. Based on the classic Christmas song, this is sure to become a new favourite!

A Very Mercy Christmas by Kate DiCamillo

Whether you’re a fan of Mercy Watson or not, this a great option for Christmas. Celebrate the holiday season and the magic and miracles that come with it. As a bonus, it also includes an adorable Mercy themed ornament.

Clarice Bean, Think Like an Elf by Lauren Child

A delightful addition to the Clarice Bean book series. Clarice Bean loves Christmas but things are looking a little different this year. But maybe she can bring some Christmas cheer with some creative elf-thinking!

Green is for Christmas by Drew Daywalt

The crayons are back for the Christmas season! With Drew Daywalt’s signature writing and Oliver Jeffer’s beautiful illustrations, this will certainly become a new favourite. Green thinks he’s the only Christmas colour, but his friends have something to teach him!

Hello, Tree by Alastair Heim

Fox loves Christmas so he goes around town causing mischief and bringing decorations back home to celebrate. It’s a humourous story about friendship and the holiday season that little readers are going to love!

How the Villains Ruined Christmas by Serena Valentino

Fans of Disney will want to add this new Christmas book to their collection! Join Disney villains like Maleficent and Captain Hook as they cause chaos during Christmas. This one is such a fun addition to your holiday bookshelves!

Joy to the World by Sesame Workshop

Countdown to Christmas with the lovely characters of Sesame Street! Learn all about joy at Christmas and what it brings alongside Elmo and his friends.

Little Bird Finds Christmas by Marianne Richmond

How adorable is this book cover? Christmas is coming but Little Bird wonders where Christmas is right now. With sweet text and adorable illustrations, it’s not to be missed.

No Peeking at Presents by Alastair Heim

This one is perfect for all those little ones who love searching for their presents! Follow three kids as they try and sleep on Christmas Eve. But, something just keeps waking them up! It’s humourous and engaging — readers of all ages will love it.

Season of Light by Jess Redman

If you love Christmas traditions, then this is the book for you. Celebrate the joy that Christmas brings — the love and faith that comes with it. This one is sure to be a new favourite.

Strum and Drum by Jashar Awan

Two Christmas tree ornaments head out on a beautiful Christmas adventure. If your little one has ever wondered what the lives of ornaments are like, then this is the perfect gift for them. It’s magical and imaginative with beautiful illustrations.

The Big Christmas Bake by Fiona Barker

The classic Christmas song gets a clever twist in this adorable new book. Bake a Christmas cake with familiar characters like the six geese and the ten lords and countdown to Christmas!

The Christmas Book Flood by Emily Kilgore

Based on a real Icelandic tradition, this is a new heartwarming picture book to add to your collection. Follow along as the Book Flood begins — where people search to find the best books to gift. It’s the perfect choice for readers of all ages. It also makes a great gift!

The Christmas Pine by Julia Donaldson

A little pine tree is destined to grow up and become the most beautiful Christmas tree. Inspired by the journey of the London Christmas Tree in Trafalgar Square, this is a great story of history, tradition and celebration. If you love Christmas trees, then this is a great addition to your collection!

The Christmas Princess by Mariah Carey

The Queen of Christmas has released a holiday picture book! Little Mariah doesn’t want much for Christmas, but there is one thing: peace and joy. Follow along as she uses her voice to spread Christmas cheer. This one will certainly become a new Christmas classic.

The Christmasaurus by Tom Fletcher

The Christmasaurus is a dinosaur who lives with Santa and his elves at the North Pole. He desperately wants to fly Santa’s sleigh but he doesn’t know how to fly, until he meets a young boy with a clever idea. It’s a heartwarming tale with humour that is sure to be a delight!

The Perfect Tree by Corinne Demas

I love getting a real Christmas tree every year — and this is the perfect book to go along with that tradition. In this beautiful book, Bunny searches for the perfect Christmas tree — it’s so adorable!

The Return of the Christmas Witch by Dan Murphy and Aubrey Plaza

If you loved The Legend of the Christmas Witch, you’ll certainly want to pick up its new sequel. Follow Santa’s twin sister in this brand new story. It’s full of magic and fantasy and will definitely bring joy this holiday season. It’s also such a different read from traditional Christmas books that readers of all ages will enjoy it!

The Stocking Stuffer by Holley Merriweather

There’s nothing better then gifting books at Christmas. The Stocking Stuffer is perfect for that this year. Meet Tinsel, a little mouse who wants to be Santa’s special helper on the most important night of the year. This book is designed to fit in an actual stocking which is so fun!

The Truth About Mrs. Claus by Meena Harris

Amalia is an elf who loves teddy bears, but doesn’t know how to make them. She doesn’t want to disappoint Santa so she goes to Mrs. Claus for advice. It’s such a sweet and enchanting story. It’s also about family, traditions and Christmas magic.

Through the North Pole Snow by Polly Faber

Do you know a little reader who wonders what Santa does leading up to Christmas? A little fox wandering through the snow finds Santa’s home. When the fox is invited in, he gets an inside look at how Santa prepares for Christmas. This is perfect for those with curious minds!

Trek the Halls by Robb Pearlman

This one is perfect whether you’re a fan of Star Trek or not. A twist on Deck the Halls, join the classic Star Trek characters in this holiday story. If you’re wanting to introduce your young readers to these characters, then you don’t want to miss this one!

Unicorn Christmas by Diana Murray

What happens when Santa’s reindeer are weary? The unicorns come to save the day! Unicorn Christmas is a fun and witty story about unicorns steering Santa’s sleigh. It also has the cutest illustrations!

When Santa Came to Stay by Billy Sharff

Rhyming, humour and beautiful illustrations collide in this new Christmas picture book! When your cookies are just so delicious, it may lead Santa to stay for a visit! It’s pitched as The Grinch meets Snowmen at Christmas, which will be so much fun!