NewIma Posted November 4, 2023 Share Posted November 4, 2023 My dd12 and I still like to get cozy and enjoy Christmas picture books together. We have, however, one problem. She doesn't like Christmas stories that make their readers teary. Her favorite is Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree and we read that over and over last year as she doesn't want to read my other favorites. For those who like emotional Christmas stories, my list of favorites is below! Please share any suggestions you have for books to expand our Happy Christmas repertoire! Picture books through middle grade novels all appreciated! Fabulous Emotional Christmas Stories: The Clown of God by Tomie dePaola Christmas Tapestry by Patricia Polacco Uncle Vova's Tree by Patricia Polacco The Miracle of Jonathan Toomey by Wojciechowski The Christmas Day Kitten by James Herriot The Gifts of the Magi by O. Henry 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted November 4, 2023 Share Posted November 4, 2023 The Mysterious Star by Joanne Marxhausen was my favorite as a kid. It is out of print, but you can find used copies. I love this book and keep a couple on hand to give a Christmas gifts. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted November 4, 2023 Share Posted November 4, 2023 Red Boots For Christmas The Christmas Mouse (the older one, published in the 60s) First chapter of Little Women 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted November 4, 2023 Share Posted November 4, 2023 These are simple but cozy and happy: Lucy and Tom at Christmas by Shirley Hughes Christmas in the Country by Cynthia Rylant Christmas in the Big Woods Also: Peter Spier's Christmas (wordless, but fun to pour over) Of course The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! For you, Mom, who enjoys emotional stories: Christmas Day in the Morning by Pearl S. Buck (definitely makes me tear up) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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