The Best Christmas Board Books for Babies and Toddlers

Christmas is pure magic. Books are magic. Put them together, and it’s like the best kind of magic—like the smell of pie mingling with twinkle lights and grandma’s warm hugs all rolled into one. They’re like the coziest blanket warming your feet and a steaming cup of cocoa in your hands.

You already know the classics, like The Night Before Christmas. This list adds 15 more favorites to your family’s collection! They’re perfect for stacking under your tree or bringing out each evening as a Christmas countdown before bedtime.

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16 Christmas Board Books

1 | Christmas Street by Jonathan Emmett

Everyone on Christmas Street is getting ready for the big day! Who’s decorating a tree? Who’s baking gingerbread? And who’s wrapping presents?

This charming lift-the-flap holiday alphabet tale also features a magical fold-out play scene.

2 | Christmas is Awesome! (A Hello! Lucky Book)

Check out this whimsical holiday romp from Hello! Lucky, where everyone’s joining in on the festive fun—even a grumpy (but adorable) lump of coal. With colorful illustrations and clever puns, it’s our kind of holiday cheer!

3 | The Nutcracker (Bedtime Classics)

This book gives you a quick, mini version of the classic story. It’s all about Clara and the beautiful Nutcracker doll she got from her Godfather as a special gift.

Think you can finish the rest in just 59 seconds? Ready, set, go!

4 | Countdown to Christmas by Greg Paprocki

Christmas is just around the corner! Join the countdown from 10 as you spot hidden objects in the holiday scenes of this adorable board book.

From decorating cookies and singing carols to hanging ornaments and enjoying favorite stories, there’s something festive to discover on every page.

And don’t miss out on S is for Santa from the same author—we think you’ll love it too!

5 | Construction Site: Merry and Bright

When Christmas Eve rolls around, the big trucks have one last task—getting their construction site all set for a festive night! Lift the flaps to find out what each truck has in store for the celebration, and learn that the greatest gift of all is being together.

6 | First 100 Christmas Words (Priddy Baby)

Discover everything about Christmas in this fun first-words book! It’s the perfect way to introduce your baby to the most magical time of the year.

7 | Moo, Baa, Fa La La La La! by Sandra Boynton

The gang from Moo, Baa, La La La! is back with a holiday twist! Join caroling sheep, giggling pigs, and dancing cows as they celebrate Christmas with a festive tune.

8 | Fa La La by Leslie Patricelli

Baby loves Christmas and cannot contain the excitement! Join our favorite one-haired wonder as they decorate, craft creative gifts, visit Santa, sing carols, and get ready for the big day.

9 | Where’s Santa Claus? (Nosy Crow)

We love a felt flap, and so do babies! They’re easy to grab and lift in this beautifully illustrated peek-a-boo book with a holiday theme. With gold foil on the cover and a mirror on the last page, it’s a perfect read for even your littlest sugar plum.

10 | The Story of Christmas by Helen Dardik

Introduce your little ones to the meaning of Christmas with this beautifully illustrated board book that tells the Nativity Story. It’s a classic you’ll love revisiting every year.

11 | Christmas Train by David Miles

Hop on the Christmas Train! Come along with Santa, his clever elves, and merry carolers as they get ready for the big day on this festive train ride. Bonus: This adorable board book unfolds into a 56-inch train, too!

You’re my little snowflake,
you sparkle, pure and true.
You glisten in the winter sky,
there’s no one else like you.

Snuggle up with your little one for this charming rhyming book full of cozy snowmen, yummy gingerbread cookies, and shimmering snowflakes. They’ll love the interactive cut-outs and raised elements!

The Best Christmas Board Books for Babies and Toddlers