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Best Christmas Books for 3-5 Year Olds

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A colorful Christmas book cover featuring a spooky Halloween scene. A pumpkin with a jack-o'-lantern face is wearing a Santa hat and holding a candy cane. There are also snowmen pumpkins, a ghost, and a reindeer. The title is "When Halloween Took Over Christmas" by James Emery Lovitt Jr., and the book is described as a spooky Christmas storybook for all kids ages 4 and up. The cover also includes the iLOVITT Books logo.

When Halloween Took Over Christmas

Author: James Emery Lovitt Jr.

Recommended Reading Age: 4-12

A Spooky Christmas Twist: Unwrap a magical holiday adventure that blends Halloween and Christmas.

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A colorful children's book cover featuring a young boy sitting in bed, looking out a window at a snowy night. A dog sits beside him. The title is "5 More Sleeps 'til Christmas" by Jimmy Fallon, and the book is described as being from the #1 New York Times-bestselling author. The cover has a festive and heartwarming atmosphere, perfect for young children.

5 More Sleeps ‘til Christmas

Author: Jimmy Fallon

Recommended Reading Age: 3-6

Christmas Magic with Jimmy Fallon! "5 More Sleeps ‘til Christmas" is perfect for the holiday season. Join a little one on a magical journey and believe in Santa.

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A colorful Christmas book cover featuring a narwhal swimming in the ocean. The narwhal is holding a small gift box and looking up at Santa Claus flying overhead in a sleigh pulled by reindeer. The title is "Narwhal's True Christmas Wish" by Lisa Ann Scott, and the book is illustrated by Amberin Huq. The cover has a festive and magical atmosphere, perfect for young children.

Narwhal's True Christmas Wish

Author: Lisa Ann Scott

Recommended Reading Age: 3-5

A Magical Underwater Christmas! "Narwhal's True Christmas Wish" is a heartwarming tale perfect for the holidays. Join Nigel on his underwater adventure to save Christmas.

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A colorful children's book cover featuring a bear surrounded by his animal friends, including a rabbit, a crow, a mole, a hedgehog, and a badger. The bear is yawning, and the animals are all looking at him. The title is "Bear Stays Up for Christmas" by Karma Wilson and Jane Chapman. The cover also includes a banner that says "Join Bear and his friends for the holidays!"

Bear Stays Up for Christmas

Author: Karma Wilson

Recommended Reading Age: 2-5

A Heartwarming Christmas Adventure for Kids! Join Bear and his friends on a magical journey. Discover the joy of giving and the spirit of Christmas in this heartwarming tale.

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A colorful children's book cover featuring a playful elf kicking candy canes in the air. The title is "How to Catch an Elf" by Adam Wallace and Andy Elkerton, and the book is described as being from the New York Times Bestselling Team. The cover has a festive and fun atmosphere, perfect for young children.

How to Catch an Elf

Author: Adam Wallace

Recommended Reading Age: 2-6

A Hilarious Elf Adventure for Kids! Join a young adventurer on a quest to catch a mischievous elf before Christmas. This book is filled with zany traps and STEAM concepts.

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A Little Golden Book cover featuring Jack Skellington, the main character from The Nightmare Before Christmas, standing atop a hill with a crescent moon behind him. Sally, a ragdoll character from the film, is standing next to him. The book's title is "Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas," and it is adapted from the popular 1993 stop-motion animated film. The cover has a spooky and festive atmosphere, perfect for Halloween.

The Nightmare Before Christmas

Author: Tim Burton

Recommended Reading Age: 2-5

A Tim Burton Classic for Kids! Join Jack Skellington on a spooky and festive adventure. This Little Golden Book adaptation is perfect for young readers.

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A classic Dr. Seuss book cover featuring the Grinch, a green, grumpy creature with a heart-shaped face. He is shown with a mischievous grin, surrounded by a burst of green and white star shapes. The title is "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" and the author, Dr. Seuss, is prominently displayed. The cover has a festive and playful atmosphere, perfect for young children.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

Author: Dr. Seuss

Recommended Reading Age: 3-6

The Grinch is Coming! Join the Grinch on his mischievous adventure in this classic Dr. Seuss story. Perfect for kids and collectors.

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A heartwarming Christmas book cover featuring Santa Claus walking through a snowy forest with a reindeer and a small dog by his side. Santa carries a lantern and a bag of presents. The title is "Santa's Story" by Will Hillenbrand. The cover has a peaceful and magical atmosphere, perfect for the holiday season.

Santa's Story

Author: Will Hillenbrand

Recommended Reading Age: 3-7

A Magical Christmas Adventure! "Santa's Story" is a heartwarming tale perfect for the holidays. Join Santa Claus on his magical journey on Christmas Eve.

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A festive Christmas book cover with a red and white striped background. A playful elf peeks out from behind torn paper, with the text "There's an Elf in Your Book" written in bold letters. The author, Tom Fletcher, and illustrator, Greg Abbott, are credited below. The cover has a whimsical and fun atmosphere, perfect for young children.

There's an Elf in Your Book

Author: Tom Fletcher

Recommended Reading Age: 2-6

Christmas Chaos with a Mischievous Elf! "There's an Elf in Your Book" is a hilarious and engaging story for kids. Join the elf on his adventures and discover if you'll make Santa's Nice List.

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A classic Christmas book cover featuring a vintage steam train traveling through a snowy landscape. The train's headlight shines brightly, illuminating the snow-covered ground. The title is "The Polar Express" and the cover includes a special keepsake ornament and a bonus audio reading by Liam Neeson. The book is a beloved holiday tradition for children and families.

The Polar Express

Author: Chris Van Allsburg

Recommended Reading Age: 2-6

A Magical Christmas Adventure for Kids! Join a young boy on a mysterious train ride to the North Pole. Discover the wonder of Christmas in this beloved classic.

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A classic Christmas book cover featuring a smiling Santa Claus with a jolly expression. He is wearing a red suit and hat, and has a white beard and mustache. A sprig of holly is tucked behind his ear. The title is "The Night Before Christmas: The Classic Edition" by Clement C. Moore, illustrated by Charles Santore. The book is a New York Times bestseller.

The Night Before Christmas

Author: Clement Moore

Recommended Reading Age: 2-6

A Classic Christmas Tale! "The Night Before Christmas" is a classic tale perfect for the holiday season. Join a family as they await Santa's arrival.

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A colorful children's book cover featuring a construction vehicle, such as a bulldozer or backhoe, lifting a shining star onto a Christmas tree. Snowflakes fall around the construction site, and other construction vehicles are parked nearby. The title is "Construction Site on Christmas Night" by Sherri Duskey Rinker and AG Ford. The cover has a festive and playful atmosphere, perfect for young children.

Construction Site on Christmas Night

Author: Sherri Duskey Rinker

Recommended Reading Age: 2-4

Christmas Fun for Kids! "Construction Site on Christmas Night" is a heartwarming tale perfect for the holidays. Join the construction vehicles on their special mission.

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