A collection of recommended Christmas picture books that will captivate 5-year-olds!
As Christmas approaches, 5-year-olds can find even more joy in the world of picture books.
Some children believe in Santa Claus, while others are just beginning to have a few questions—meeting picture books that can embrace each child’s feelings is important.
Here, we introduce picture books with warm illustrations and heartwarming stories that bring the dreams and hopes of Christmas to life.
Create special memories with books that capture children’s excitement as they wait for presents and convey Santa Claus’s gentle spirit!
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A Collection of Recommended Christmas Picture Books That Will Captivate 5-Year-Olds (71–80)
Christmas Ghost
Eating delicious food, getting presents, having a Christmas party—Christmas is full of fun, isn’t it? In this picture book, children’s cheerful scenes are depicted as well.
But can a little ghost enjoy Christmas, too? Ghosts appear at night, and by then all the fun is already over.
So the girl in the story tries to make sure the little ghost can enjoy Christmas as well.
It’s a very gentle tale that wishes for the day to be special for everyone.
Someone’s present
The picture book “Dareka no Present” (“Someone’s Present”) centers on the theme of Christmas presents and conveys a message that encourages children to also think about the people who work to deliver those gifts.
On Christmas Day, one present falls into the sea from a sleigh piled high with gifts.
The charm of the book is that you can enjoy imagining together with your child whose present it might be that fell from the sky.
It also features a uniquely illustrated, humor-filled Santa Claus, sure to draw children into the enchanting world of the story.
Ninja Santa
Introducing Ninja Santa, a story about Santa Claus who becomes a ninja to deliver presents without being found by the children! Instead of a fluffy coat, Santa wears something like a sweatshirt, and his dynamic style is really fun.
Words like run, throw, and hide repeat rhythmically, making it a lively, enjoyable read.
The colorful illustrations are also striking.
It’s a picture book that will make not only five-year-olds but also adults chuckle.
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What do you want to put on the shortcake?
Many children look forward to eating cake on Christmas Day, don’t they? This time, we’d like to introduce a story about such cakes: “What Should We Put on the Shortcake?” It’s a delightful tale that imagines what would happen if, instead of strawberries, we put various “red things” on top.
It’s fun to picture how children would react to toppings like pickled plums or chili peppers.
The striking, captivating illustrations are sure to draw in five-year-olds and keep them absorbed as they read.
Wanpakudan’s Christmas
“Is Santa real?” How do you answer when your child asks you that? Here’s a fun Christmas picture book recommended for five-year-olds, who might be starting to wonder about such things.
The mischievous trio from Wanpakudan are decorating for Christmas.
But the three of them get into an argument about whether Santa exists or not.
Then a mysterious cat appears and offers to guide them to Santa’s country! In Santa’s country, the trio meets the real Santa, but for some reason he doesn’t seem very cheerful…
What kind of ending awaits them? Enjoy reading this dream-filled picture book to find out.
Find the 1001 Christmases!
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.
You know, in Santa’s country…
“What does Santa Claus do after Christmas is over?” Here’s a picture book that answers that delightful question for children! This book warmly illustrates life in Santa Claus’s country throughout the year, from January to December, month by month.
Believe it or not, there’s even a reindeer school in Santa’s land! There’s also a Santa Council, with details even adults might not know.
You’ll see how Santa and the reindeer spend the entire year preparing to deliver presents on Christmas Day.
It’s a great read not only at Christmas—kids will love wondering, “What is Santa up to right now?” any time of year.