6. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, by Barbara Robinson. Children’s Christmas pageants are a joyful part of the holidays! Robinson shares with us the story of one delightfully disastrous yet wildly funny Christmas pageant – a tale that is sure to delight readers both young and old!

7. The Gift of the Magi, by O. Henry, is a touching story about love, sacrifice, and true Christmas spirit. In the midst of all the hustle and bustle that comes with the holidays, this story of gift-giving is perhaps one of the most heart-warming.

8. Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus, by Francis Pharcellus Church. Kids love to write a letter to Santa and send it off full of Christmas wishes. One little girl wrote a different kind of letter, and the response she received has become a beloved Christmas tale.

9. Nutcracker, by E.T.A. Hoffman. If you’ve seen the ballet, you’re definitely familiar with the story of Marie and her beloved toy, a nutcracker. A dream takes her on a winter adventure, with her nutcracker come to life as her hero and guide through a magical dream-world full of unusual characters.

10. The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, by C.S. Lewis. Wintertime magic is a part of the holidays, and so this book is a perfect fit for readers looking for a tale of adventure in a mysterious world of magic. Siblings Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy find themselves on an unexpected journey to discover the true value of hospitality, courage, and sacrifice.