10 Cozy Children’s Books to Read With Your Child This Winter
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I love reading with my children in any season, but something extra cozy about winter and the holidays makes cuddling up that much more special. Reading is a fantastic way to connect with our children and to their benefit, hopefully turning them into lifelong readers.
I put together these ten books I have read with my boys over the years, and I hope your little ones will enjoy them, too.
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Beautiful ways to enjoy books with your children
- Cuddle up with a cozy blanket on a couch or bed.
- Grab a mug of hot chocolate to drink together.
- Do voices and act out the book. It makes reading the book much more fun; my boys loved it!
10 Best Children’s Books to Read This Winter
These are some of my favorite books I have read with my boys during winter and Christmas.
Red Fox Running by Eve Bunting
I think I have always loved this one more than my boys ever did. This poem is about the winter wanderings of a fox looking to feed his family. It is beautifully written, and the illustrations are lovely.
Its vintage feel and real-world story make it the perfect addition to any book collection.
- Pages: 32
- Ages: 4-9 years
- Themes: nature & animals
Moe the Dog in Tropical Paradise by Diane Stanley and Elise Primavera
This is a book I have had since I was a child, and I love that I kept it and have gotten to share it with my sons. It is about a dog named Moe who finds a creative way to beat the winter blues.
- Pages: 32
- Ages: 2-6 years
- Themes: friendship & creativity
Find Moe the Dog in Tropical Paradise here!
The Thing About Yetis by Vin Vogel
We love mythical monsters in this home, so yetis are our perfect book theme! Everyone knows Yetis loves the cold and snow, but is there more to this monster than meets the eye?
- Pages: 32
- Ages: 3-5 years
- Themes: weather & friendship
Find The Thing About Yetis here!
Pete the Cat: Snow Daze by James Dean
Pete the Cat has a special place in my heart. My son has always loved these books and even dressed as Pete the Cat for his 4th Halloween. I have always loved the lessons taught in such a fun way with Pete the Cat. It’s always groovy to be yourself with Pete!
- Pages: 32
- Ages: 3-6 years
- Themes: Beginner reader
Find Pete the Cat: Snow Daze here!
Splat the Cat: Blow, Snow, Blow by Rob Scotton
Splat the Cat books are hilarious, in my opinion. This is another series I have enjoyed reading with my older son. I don’t often laugh aloud at children’s books, but these truly hit my funny bone!
- Pages: 32
- Ages: 4-8 years
- Themes: Beginner reader
Find Splat the Cat: Blow, Snow, Blow here!
The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen
An Oldie but a goodie! I think it’s essential to read classic fairytales to our children, despite how strange they seem sometimes.
My best friend gave us our copy from her childhood, so I cannot find the exact book, but I found a lovely picture book version instead!
- Pages: 48
- Ages: 7-10 years
- Themes: fairytales & adventure
Bear Stays Up for Christmas by Karma Wilson & Jane Chapman
I cannot state enough how much I love the Bear series of books! These were my favorite series and fit perfectly as cozy reads for every season! Bear does his best to stay up for Christmas with his friends. Will Santa come by?
- Pages: 40
- Ages: 2-5 years
- Themes: Christmas & friendship
Find Bear Stays Up for Christmas here!
The Gruffalo’s Child by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler
I love Julia Donaldson’s children’s books, and this one is especially perfect for winter. Check out The Gruffalo first, as it is the prequel.
Will the Gruffalo’s child find the big bad mouse, or will she get more than she bargained for?
- Pages: 32
- Ages: 2-7 years
- Themes: Fantasy & Mystery
Find The Gruffalo’s Child here!
If Animals Celebrated Christmas by Ann Whitford Paul & David Walker
This is an adorable series, and the Christmas version is no exception. How would animals celebrate Christmas? Read this book with your little one and find out!
- Pages: 24
- Ages: Baby – 3 years
- Themes: Christmas & animals
Find If Animals Celebrated Christmas here!
If You Ever Want to Bring a Pirate to Meet Santa, Don’t! by Elise Parsley
This book was funny, adorable, and perfect for the holiday season. This is another great series of books to read!
What will happen when you bring a pirate to meet Santa? Pirates are on the naughty list, but will he change his ways?
- Pages: 40
- Ages: 4-8 years
- Themes: Christmas & Humor
If You Ever Want to Bring a Pirate to Meet Santa, DON’T! here!
Conclusion
Cozy up with your child and check out these ten books from the local library, or buy your favorites to keep forever to read again and again.
Please leave a comment and tell me what books you love reading in the winter with your children. I am always looking for new books to share with my boys!
Stay cozy and read children’s books this winter!
