Books like The Wonderful Once: A Christmas Story
Award winning
The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story, fosters emotional growth.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Addresses resilience, courage, and self-acceptance.

The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
Award winning
Santa's Magical Masks
Mr. John Anthony Hoppe Iii, Gerald M. Hoppe & Family, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Captures festive spirit with a creative twist.
Teaches importance of adaptability and resilience.
Encourages empathy through relatable character experiences.
Ideal for enhancing family reading traditions.

Santa's Magical Masks
Mr. John Anthony Hoppe Iii, Gerald M. Hoppe & Family, 2023
Christmas Stories for Kids 6-10: 12 Inspiring & Captivating Stories of Holiday Magic + 175 Christmas Jokes Included
Sophia Winslow, 2025
88 pages
Why to read
Captivating holiday tales spark imagination and magic.
Includes 175 humorous jokes enhancing reading engagement.
Encourages emotional and social development through stories.
Ideal for improving literacy in young readers.

Christmas Stories for Kids 6-10: 12 Inspiring & Captivating Stories of Holiday Magic + 175 Christmas Jokes Included
Sophia Winslow, 2025
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
The Elf on the Shelf: Night Before Christmas
Chanda A Bell, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Festive and engaging Christmas Eve adventure.
Enhances emotional connection to holiday traditions.
Supports reading comprehension and vocabulary growth.
Ideal for parent-child festive reading time.

The Elf on the Shelf: Night Before Christmas
Chanda A Bell, 2023
Award winning
The Artful Adventure
Minh Lê, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity through vivid illustrations and story.
Encourages artistic expression and appreciation in young readers.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative that fosters a love for reading.

The Artful Adventure
Minh Lê, 2022
Princess Minna: The Enchanted Forest
Kirsty Applebaum, 2025
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure in a magical forest setting.
Strong female protagonist encourages empowerment and resilience.
Enhances creative thinking and imaginative play.
Ideal for family reading, fosters bonding and discussion.

Princess Minna: The Enchanted Forest
Kirsty Applebaum, 2025
Award winning
Caleb's Christmas: Featuring Pigmuffin
Dr. Evelyn Elliott Presley, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Festive storyline enriches the holiday spirit.
Introduces empathy through character interactions.
Enhances vocabulary with delightful, age-appropriate language.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading moments.

