Christmas picture books that toddlers can enjoy! A collection of read-aloud stories that will leave a lasting impression.

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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.
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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

How about enjoying a Christmas picture-book read-aloud with your children? As you watch the snow fall outside the window, spend a special time together in a warm, cozy room.

Open your favorite Christmas picture book, and a wonderful world of stories unfolds before you.

Here, we’ll introduce heartwarming picture books perfect for the holiday season and tips for read-alouds that will resonate with children.

It’s sure to create lovely Christmas memories for both kids and adults.

Christmas picture books that toddlers will enjoy! A collection of read-aloud stories that leave a lasting impression (61–70)

If you go to sleep, Santa will come.

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The picture book Nenne Shitara Santa-san (When You Sleep, Santa Comes) charmingly depicts Santa delivering presents while children are asleep.

It portrays the excitement of a child eagerly awaiting Christmas, and features a fun interactive element where Santa appears at the window when you close your eyes to sleep.

When you open your eyes, Santa slips away—making it great to move and play with together with a one-year-old.

The gentle, conversational phrases are perfect for bedtime reading.

With its warm, comforting illustrations, it’s a heartwarming Christmas picture book.

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Grandma Baba’s Christmas Decorations

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This is one of the series featuring the ever-energetic Grandma Baba as the protagonist.

In this work, Grandma Baba explains Christmas decorations and how to make them.

It conveys the idea that by adorning Christmas in a festive way, the sense of joy grows, too.

The gentle illustrations lay out the crafting steps in detail, and it almost feels like a call to readers to enjoy Christmas.

Be sure to pay attention to Grandma Baba’s bright personality as she throws herself into enjoying Christmas together with the children.

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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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Everyone’s beloved Christmas

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Let me introduce the delightfully interactive “Everyone Loves Christmas”! Its bold, vivid colors make the changes easy to notice.

Plus, it’s a board book made with smooth, sturdy pages, so there’s no worry about little fingers getting cut—another great point.

Kids can enjoy reading it safely.

In sync with the story, the tree lights up, the skaters glide along, and there are pop-up surprises with Santa, so it’s sure to amaze.

It’s a picture book that keeps you turning the pages with excitement.

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The Jolly Mailman’s Christmas

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A picture book titled “The Jolly Postman’s Christmas,” which tells the story of a postman delivering parcels on Christmas Eve.

It is a delightful tale based on the British pop-up picture book series “The Jolly Postman.” The book depicts the postman bringing Christmas cards, games, jigsaw puzzles, and more to children.

Letters that appear in the story are included with the book, allowing readers to enjoy the experience as if they themselves had received them.

It’s a perfect match for the excitement felt by children eagerly awaiting Christmas.

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The Snow Hare’s Gift

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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.

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Little Bear: The Night Before Christmas

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The perfect picture book for children eagerly awaiting Christmas is Yoru-Kuma: The Night Before Christmas.

It’s the story of a boy who’s been scolded by his mom and can’t sleep, worried that Santa won’t come, and Yoru-Kuma, who gently stays by his side as they spend Christmas Eve together.

It portrays a mysterious world where dreams and reality intertwine, and the depth of the story is one of its charms.

The yellow illustrations set against dark backgrounds also stand out beautifully, giving the feel of gazing at holiday illuminations.

No matter your age, this book is sure to warm your heart on Christmas night—and it makes a wonderful gift, too.

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