Christmas books are definitely in season! So today, I’m continuing my holiday recommendations with 15 middle grade Christmas books!
I really love reading middle grade books. They’re lighthearted and just so enjoyable. They also tend to be amazing books to transition readers into more complex storylines.
Whether you’re looking for some holiday reads for your young reader or a gift to give, this list of 15 middle grade Christmas books is for you! And trust me, these are some great options to add to your classroom library, too!
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1. A Boy Called Christmas by Matt Haig: This one is a start to a Christmas trilogy that middle grade readers will love! It tells the story of Nikolas, who eventually becomes Father Christmas. It’s sweet and heartwarming but also has some serious tones!
2. Arthur Christmas: The Novel by Justine Korman Fontes: If you haven’t watched Arthur Christmas, I highly recommend it! This middle grade book is an adaptation that’s just as cute as the movie!
3. Bah! Humbug by Michael Rosen: A Christmas Carol is a classic, traditional story. This reimagined version is just as good. It follows a young boy who plays Scrooge in his school play who hopes to change his father’s scrooge-like-heart.
4. Christmas Carol and the Defenders of Claus by Robert L. Fouch: This one follows Carol, who loves Christmas, as she discovers she’s from a long line of people who defend and protect Santa. This is the perfect book for fantasy lovers because it’s a fantasy story with a Christmas setting.
5. Nutcracked by Susan Adrian: The Nutcracker ballet is a classic during the Christmas season. This one follows Georgie who has a magical experience everytime she dances with the Nutcracker doll. It’s also the perfect stocking stuffer as it’s a tiny little book!
6. Flat Stanley’s Christmas Adventure by Jeff Brown: Flat Stanley is so popular in all the classrooms I’ve worked in. This book follows Stanley where he convinces Santa that there are great kids in the world.
7. The 12 Dares of Christa by Marissa Burt: Books with travel in it are so fun, and this Christmas version is no different! This one follows Christa who is away for the holiday’s but has a scavenger hunt across Europe because of her Dad.
8. The Angel Tree by Daphne-Benedis Grab: This book is a super sweet Christmas story! It follows a group of kids who try and discover the mystery of an angel Christmas tree that shows up in their town each year
9. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson: This is an older release and definitely should use a little caution when deciding if it’s the right fit for you! It’s a funny story that follows a group of siblings as they takeover the annual Christmas pageant. Probably better for older middle grade readers
10. The Christmasaurus by Tom Fletcher: There are so many unique stories written by Tom Fletcher and this one is no different! This one takes you on a magical adventure when a young boy meets a Christmas dinosaur on Christmas Eve. It’s so fun!
11. The Lottery’s More or Less by Emma Donoghue: While this one isn’t totally Christmas themed, it focuses on different cultural traditions. This makes for a perfect learning experience throughout the Holiday season – plus, it’s a great read too!
12. The Naughty List by Michael Fry: This one is perfect for anyone who is a fan of Diary of a Wimpy Kid. In this hilarious story, Bobbie tries to give her brother an amazing Christmas but actually lands him on the naughty list! It’s a great adventure of trying to fix it!
13. The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street by Karina Yan Glaser: This one is another recommendation that isn’t super Christmas themed, but still perfect for this time of year. It’s emotional and unbelievably sweet, with incredible characters.
14. Top Elf by Caleb Zane Huett: This is a hilarious and adorable story that every middle grader (or adult) will love! It follows Ollie the elf who competes to be the next Santa Claus. It’s so fun and cute!
15. Young Scrooge by R.L. Stine: For those who want a different Christmas read, I highly recommend this one! It’s a hilarious and scary take on A Christmas Carol and everyone is sure to love it!I hope you all find some new middle grade reads that are perfect for the Christmas season!
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