Lovely Christmas

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 for enjoying Christmas (61–70)

Piyo piyo, Merry Christmas

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Let me introduce a very colorful and adorable picture book that’s perfect for Christmas! Noriko Eto’s “Piyo Piyo” series is hugely popular with children.

“Piyo Piyo Merry Christmas” tells the story of some little chicks who can’t help worrying: Will Santa Claus come to our house? They enjoy a fun party with their dad and mom, but what will happen with the presents they’re so curious about? Please read this picture book—packed with the joys of a wonderful Christmas day—together with your child.

It will make you look forward to Christmas even more.

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A Christmas Song Picture Book with Sounds

Sound-Playing Christmas Song Picture Book

A Christmas Song Picture Book with Sounds

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Oto no deru Christmas no Uta Ehon is a sound book that lets you enjoy music and picture-book storytelling together, featuring nine world-famous Christmas songs.

Its hallmark is that the music plays and you can enjoy the audio and illustrations alternately.

It also has rhythm buttons so children can have an experience like playing instruments—another highlight! With charming Christmas-themed artwork, it offers an easy way to feel the music, enriching children’s sensibilities while letting them enjoy sounds.

Please take a look at this book as a way to enjoy the Christmas atmosphere together and learn the songs at the same time.

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A Chaotic, Jumbled Year of Santa

Perfect for Christmas! Read-aloud of the picture book “A Whirlwind Year of Santa”

A Chaotic, Jumbled Year of Santa

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From the lively title, let me introduce Hicchakamechaka Santa’s Year! This picture book makes you feel like you’re exploring Santa Claus’s house, so children will be engrossed as they listen.

On the computer in one of the rooms, you can see the items Santa will deliver as presents along with the children’s names, showing that he’s getting everything ready.

There’s also a heartwarming message that says, “Every child is a very good kid who’s trying their best.” By learning about Santa Claus’s daily life, you’ll feel even more attached to him.

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Polar Bear Santa’s Christmas

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Polar Bear Santa’s Christmas

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With its simple gimmicks and adorable illustrations, “Shirokuma Santa’s Christmas” leaves a lasting impression.

A polar bear dad dresses up as Santa and delivers presents! Plus, if you scan the QR code in the book, you can listen to Jingle Bells.

Even babies who are not yet familiar with what Christmas is can get into the spirit as you hum Jingle Bells while reading.

It’s also a perfect choice for a Christmas gift, so please consider it.

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Nezumi-kun’s Christmas

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Nezumi-kun’s Christmas

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The “Little Mouse” series centers on the theme of caring for friends.

Here’s the 19th book, perfect for Christmas! Little Mouse and his friends each brag that their own tree is the biggest.

But the tree that Nemi-chan brings at the end is the smallest of all.

Everyone bursts out laughing, but Nemi-chan doesn’t mind.

Why is that? You’ll find out the secret at the end.

And when you do, you’ll see the warmhearted kindness of many friends.

The cover is a picture book with a cute, Christmasy red border.

Please enjoy this Christmas present from Little Mouse and his delightful friends together!

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Based on my experience working with children in actual childcare settings, I carefully selected Christmas picture books that 3-year-olds can enjoy, also consulting multiple childcare-related websites. I’ve structured the selection to avoid being too difficult and to help children look forward to Christmas.

Kepiko (10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminder)

Hiyoko-sensei (20 years of experience as a childcare worker / kindergarten teacher)

[About the order of publication]

Based on the editorial team’s research results, the final decision also takes into account the total number of your “Rank Up” and “Rank Down” button presses.

[Update History]

Added/updated 12 reviews on 2025/11/8.
November 7, 2025: Added/updated 15 reviews.
Oct 17, 2025: Updated the entire article.
2024/12/3: Added/updated one review.
November 29, 2024: Added and updated eight reviews and refreshed the entire article.
Oct 23, 2024: Added and updated two reviews.
2023/11/13: Added and updated 7 reviews.
Added/updated 1 review on 2023/11/12.
2023/11/10: Added and updated six reviews.
October 25, 2023: Published the article.