Picture Books Recommended for a One-Year-Old's Christmas! A Collection of Stories That Will Captivate Your Child

10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminderkepiko
Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 10 years and as an after-school childcare instructor for 7 years, then took a position as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I engaged in activities that introduced Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational activities, working with many children. Later, through freelance writing, planning, and editing at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and sharing. Drawing on the perspective cultivated in the field of education and my experience as an editor, I provide practical information with an emphasis on both input and output, mainly in areas related to music and children. My hobbies include instruments, singing, handicrafts, toys, drawing, traditional games, the outdoors, and books. My special skill is spinning-top tricks.
20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.

“Which Christmas picture book should I choose?” Many of you are looking for the perfect book to create special Christmas memories with your child.At around one year old, children start to enjoy picture books—gazing intently at the colorful images and pointing at them.Christmas during infancy is a wonderful opportunity for parents and children to share special moments through picture books.So here, we’ll introduce Christmas picture books that one-year-olds will be captivated by.Please choose one that suits your child’s interests and developmental stage.

Recommended picture books for a 1-year-old's Christmas! A collection of works that captivate children (11–20)

Surprising Christmas

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Let me introduce a Christmas picture book perfect for one-year-olds! “Bikkuri Christmas” is part of a popular series of interactive picture books where the images change.

Its cute illustrations that catch children’s eyes and the fun mechanisms make it a great Christmas present.

It’s not just about the gimmicks—the text is written in a conversational style, so you can enjoy back-and-forth interactions with your little ones as you read.

Pull the interactive arrows and enjoy a delightful picture book time with your children.

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Boshi-kun’s Christmas Present

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Let me introduce a picture book that will warm your heart at Christmas.

“Boushi-kun no Christmas Present” (Mr.

Hat’s Christmas Present) is a rare story with a hat as the main character.

On Christmas Day, a hat that someone in a hurry dropped begins giving gifts—things it can offer from itself—to lonely animals.

But when it comes to the reindeer, there’s nothing left to give.

Just then, someone appears to the sad little hat and the reindeer.

It’s also fun to read while asking children, “Whose hat could this be?” I hope this picture book helps you have a wonderful Christmas.

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Christmas picture book

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This is a pop-up picture book with Christmas-themed illustrations that spring to life.

It depicts scenes of hosting a party on Christmas Eve and children waiting for Santa.

Packed with delightful pop-up features—like Christmas cakes, presents, and Santa riding his sleigh—that unfold before your eyes, it offers a visual experience to enjoy alongside the story.

It’s a heartwarming tale that builds excitement for Christmas, and the adorable animal characters are soothing as well.

Try reading this charming picture book to children.

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Christmas picture book

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We’d like to introduce a picture book that will make your little one excited for Christmas—perfect for one-year-olds! “Christmas Picture Book” is a popular title with adorable illustrations.

It’s Christmas Eve, with the tree and wreath all decorated.

The Christmas cake is ready, too.

Now, will Santa Claus bring presents? This charming pop-up book with fun interactive elements makes the whole Christmas day delightful.

Be sure to read it plenty of times before Christmas arrives!

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Santa, where are you?

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“Where’s Santa?” is a picture book created for adults and children to enjoy Christmas together.

From the cover, which shows Santa peeking out from behind a curtain, each turn of the page offers playful interactive elements.

It’s fun to move the mechanisms together while asking children, “Where do you think Santa is?” As kids search for the hidden Santa in the illustrations, the cute Santa appears saying, “I’m right here!” This story about Santa delivering presents on Christmas Eve is the perfect picture book to share with children at Christmastime.

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One, two, Santa!

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How about the picture book “One, Two, Santa!” recommended for one-year-olds? Here’s an introduction to a fun interactive book whose cover Santa will capture children’s interest.

When you move the mechanisms, Santa wiggles his bottom and moves his body—full of humor and delight—sure to fascinate any one-year-old.

The book features many actions that children love, and at the end Santa jumps! If your one-year-old loves jumping, they’ll be moving along without even realizing it.

Be sure to give this fun picture book a try.

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Recommended picture books for a baby's first Christmas! A collection of works that captivate children (21–30)

Find the 1001 Christmases!

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Spend a fun-filled Christmas searching through pictures in “Find 1001 Christmas Things”! With finely detailed illustrations of reindeer, sleighs, fairies, elves, and other Christmas motifs, you’ll discover something new every time you read.

The clear search areas help children enjoy the sense of accomplishment of “I found it!”—another great feature.

Also recommended for practicing counting! The colorful artwork is eye-catching, making this a book you’ll want to come back to again and again.

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