From classics to new favourites, this season try one of these ten Christmas stories aimed to amuse, entertain and send excitement levels through the roof.
The Tailor of Gloucester
Proving that mice are just as adept at tailoring as any high-end fashion house, this story brings home the message of the power of teamwork.
The Tailor of Gloucester by Beatrix Potter, $27. Available at www.chapters.indigo.ca.
Tomten
For the nights when you’re snowed in, this heartwarming fable reminds us all that spring is just around the corner.
The Tomten by Astrid Lindgren, $13. Available at www.amazon.ca.
A Newfoundland Christmas
The perfect book if you’re traveling this Christmas. While new surroundings can be intimidating for everyone Dawn Baker’s book proves that home is where the heart is and that there is an adventure around every corner.
A Newfoundland Christmas by Dawn Baker. Available at www.chapters.indigo.ca.
Merry Christmas, Mom and Dad
A silly and endearing look at Christmas from Mercer Mayer’s popular Little Critter, this book demonstrates that sometimes good intentions are the best gift.
Merry Christmas, Mom and Dad by Mercer Mayer, $4.99. Available at www.chapters.indigo.ca.
Mousekin’s Christmas Eve
See the holidays through an entirely new perspective — a tiny, white-footed mouse’s perspective. Be forewarned, Edna Miller’s tale may have your wee ones demanding their own Mousekin, so hide the cheese.
Mousekin’s Christmas Eve by Edna Miller, $19. Available at www.amazon.ca.
Father Christmas
An entirely new take on Santa Claus, Raymond Briggs depicts Santa as a grumpy old man who manages Christmas all by himself. Told in a comic book format, this book gives a unique perspective of what Christmas is like for Santa — we’re sure most parents can relate.
Father Christmas by Raymond Briggs, $12. Available at www.amazon.ca.
The Jolly Christmas Postman
One of the most ingenious interactive books ever written, the Postman delivers cards to fairytale characters that you can pull out and read. This book is a special treat that reminds everyone that the postal service isn’t just for bills.
The Jolly Christmas Postman by Janet and Allan Ahlberg, $25. Available at www.chapter.indigo.com.
Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas
Fancy Nancy is back to remind all of us to stop the kids from completing their War-and-Peace length wish list and spend some quality time with the family instead.
Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas by Jane O’Connor, $15. Available at www.amazon.ca.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
How often have you wished that the school Christmas pageant could be a little livelier? Probably not that often, but you may begin to wonder after a family, who’s never heard of the Nativity, take over and turn it into a hilarious — and touching — once-in-a-lifetime show.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson, $19. Available at www.chapters.indigo.ca.
A Moose in a Maple Tree
Look no further than this syrupy retelling of the 12 Days of Christmas to inspire your family to feel extra patriotic this holiday.
A Moose in a Maple Tree: The All-Canadian 12 Days of Christmas by Troy Townsin, $20. Available at www.chapters.indigo.ca.
