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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Picture Books 5-Year-Olds Will Love! Recommended Christmas Titles (81–90)
Guri and Gura’s Guest
Guri and Gura’s Visitor is a picture book that’s perfect to enjoy with a five-year-old.
The story, in which Guri and Gura follow the large footprints of a pair of boots they find while playing in the snow, tickles children’s curiosity and sense of adventure.
With a new clue appearing on each page, it’s fun to read together while guessing who the footprints belong to.
Since the book weaves in a Christmas-themed episode, it also heightens the excitement for Christmas once you finish reading.
Plus, it includes seek-and-find style picture play that children can enjoy with friends, making it a great book not only for read-aloud time but also for encouraging communication among kids.
Never, Ever Open It? Larry’s Christmas
A precious Christmas present is in big trouble!? Here’s a Christmas picture book that will get kids excited.
The cover shows a big green present box, and the one holding it is Larry, a mischievous monster.
“Do NOT open it,” Larry says.
Being told not to open something only makes you more curious—kids and adults alike.
The surprising turn of events will have you laughing nonstop.
It also gives you a sense of Santa Claus’s presence, making it perfect for Christmas.
Wishing you a Christmas filled with laughter.
The Snow Hare’s Gift
Introducing the second installment in this popular series, “Yuki-Usagi’s Gift”! What inspiration strikes Pete the snow bunny when he sees his friends heading home in the freezing cold? Children will surely become absorbed in the story as they put themselves in Pete’s shoes.
The silver-foil embellishments are also stunning, beautifully recreating the textures of snow and yarn.
Reading this picture book invites you to imagine a sparkling, beautiful snowy landscape and enjoy the festive spirit of Christmas.
The Night Before Christmas
“The Night Before Christmas” is a picture book based on a poem written in the 19th century by Clement Moore.
It is said that this poem, written to bring a smile to his sick daughter’s face, helped shape the image of Santa Claus.
The expressive lines and color palette convey the warm atmosphere of Christmas.
Another highlight is the book’s tall, vertical format, which is striking and fun—apparently designed to fit into a stocking.
It’s a highly recommended choice for a Christmas gift.
A Year in the Life of Santa, A Year in the Life of a Reindeer
We’d like to introduce a Christmas picture book that will delight five-year-olds.
This book starts Santa’s story from the front and the reindeer’s story from the back, and the two meet in the middle—such a fun concept! It cheerfully depicts what Santa and the reindeer each get up to throughout the year after Christmas ends.
The page where they reunite opens out into a big, wide spread, which really excites the kids.
You can read it from the front or from the back and enjoy it again and again, so be sure to read it with the children many times.
A Chaotic, Jumbled Year of Santa
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.
A collection of recommended Christmas picture books that will captivate 5-year-olds (91–100)
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Let me introduce a pop-up edition of The Night Before Christmas! This picture book is themed around the poem by Clement Moore, who is said to have influenced our modern image of Santa Claus and Christmas.
Its grand pop-up mechanisms are a delight—reindeer springing out in great numbers and Santa peeking out with a pop.
The simple, predominantly white illustrations also spark the imagination.
It’s a book that’s sure to elicit cries of surprise from children with every page turn.