A picture book that 3-year-olds will be captivated by! A special book for enjoying a fun Christmas

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.

Christmas is just around the corner at last.

That makes you want to read a Christmas picture book to your child, doesn’t it? Three-year-olds are at a stage where their imagination really blossoms, so you can share a wonderful time together through Christmas picture books.

But many people may be unsure which books to choose.

So here, we’ll introduce heartwarming Christmas picture books that will make children’s eyes sparkle.

Enjoy a delightful encounter with Santa Claus together with your child!

A picture book that will captivate 3-year-olds! A special volume to enjoy a fun Christmas (51–60)

The Mysterious Christmas Box

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“The Mysterious Christmas Box” is a picture book I recommend for sparking children’s imaginations.

It depicts the moment Santa prepares and delivers presents inside a tiny box, allowing children to read while savoring the anticipation of waiting for their Christmas gifts.

And isn’t it heartwarming to see how determined children become about the imaginary rule that they won’t get presents unless they fall asleep? This book, which helps readers enjoy Christmas more deeply, is one I hope will be read not only at home but also in nurseries and kindergartens—and I think adults will be able to share in the Christmas spirit right alongside the children.

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Three Christmas Gifts

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“Three Christmas Gifts” is a set of three Christmas picture books.

It tells stories of three siblings—Kasumi-chan, Rei-chan, and Mokkun—and has long been a popular series among children.

Each book can be read on its own, but if possible, I recommend reading all three together.

Christmas as seen from each child’s perspective is sure to delight your little ones.

Many parents read these books when they were children themselves, so please enjoy them with your family.

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Koro-chan’s Christmas

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Here’s a fun pop-up/pull-the-tab picture book that’s perfect as a Christmas present.

“Spot’s Christmas” hides interactive surprises that 2-year-olds will love.

Spot the dog is getting ready for Christmas with his mom.

He’s thrilled—but where are the presents? Each flap you lift reveals something new popping out.

It also gives you chances to talk with your child as you read aloud, so enjoy getting ready for Christmas together!

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Santa and Mori’s Friends in the Forest

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We’re excited to introduce the delightful picture book “Santa and the Forest Friends,” a joy to turn with every page! It tells the story of the forest animals working together to make Christmas special for a bear family struggling in heavy snow.

The animals’ adorable personalities are charmingly portrayed, making it easy to read along with empathy.

Fun interactive features include a map to Santa’s house and a peek into Santa’s notebook.

The pop-up tree at the end really boosts the Christmas spirit and is sure to delight children.

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The Day I Become Santa Claus

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We would like to introduce the story “The Day I Become Santa,” a tale about a child delivering presents! At Christmas, many children eagerly await gifts from Santa.

This story follows a boy who wants to become Santa and sneaks into other houses, waiting for the children, in an adventure-like narrative.

It’s a picture book that shows children can feel joy not only by receiving presents but also by giving them.

Listeners will be on the edge of their seats, excited to find out what happens to the protagonist.

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