I love reading Christmas books to my kids the month leading up to the holiday.
December is such a great time to be intentional in slowing down and taking time to connect and celebrate Christmas as a family.
What better way to do that as a bilingual family than by reading Chinese Christmas books together.
I share a collection of Chinese Christmas books for you to pick and choose from for your own family.
Remember when choosing books, always keep in mind your own children and family’s preferences. That’s the way to curate a Chinese library catered to your kids’ interests!
This helps to cultivate a love and interest in learning Mandarin Chinese.
Simplified books are labeled. Christian Christmas books are marked with a star emoji ⭐
24 Best Chinese Christmas Books for Kids
All the holiday prep seems to be going wrong, can the giraffe family still celebrate Christmas?
A sweet rhyming book with beautiful illustration celebrating all the familiar rituals of decorating the tree. Great for when you decorate the Christmas tree.
Classic Christmas tale of a young boy’s journey to the North Pole aboard a magical train. (2YO and up)
The story of the nativity retold through the eyes of two little mice anticipating the coming of a king. (3YO and up)
Classic Christmas tale of a young boy’s journey to the North Pole aboard a magical train. (2YO and up)
About the spirit of friendship comes to the rescue during the holidays (2YO and up)
A sweet read aloud, one story for each day leading up to Christmas with a simple activity to do as a family.
Story of Jesus’ birth told in a fun and interactive way.
(simplified + bilingual)
A beautiful tale on the blessing of giving generously to
our friends.
simplified
Christmas is Almost Here
A sweet Christmas countdown story where see what these adorable animals are up to the days leading up to Christmas. We just bought this during our recent trip to Taiwan. Such a sweet book with great illustrations.
Little Chicks’ Christmas
From the popular little chicks series, comes this fun and silly book on how the little chicks are waiting to see what kind of gifts they’ll get this Christmas. Each page is just one sentence long. Perfect for little ones with short attention span.
Christmas is Almost Here
A story that helps kids understand what truly matters during the holidays, not the gifts or decorations, but being with the people they love and appreciating what they already have.
Mr. Willowby’s Christmas Tree
A classic that’s included on many English Christmas book lists. I was so happy to happen upon a used copy when we were in Taiwan. A sweet story of sweet joys of sharing during Christmas.
That’s not my Christmas tree!
A fun interactive touch and feel book is perfect for babies toddlers becoming more aware of Christmas! A popular Usborne book translated into Chinese.
Presents Through the Window
A fun and silly Chinese Christmas book from the popular Japanese author and illustrator Taro Gomi. Follow Santa on his present delivery and what happens when he goes too fast!
CAT FAMILY CHRISTMAS
A fun lift-the flap advent Christmas countdown book, with a story for each day. Your child will love all the hidden flaps on each page!
How Winston Delivered Christmas
Another great advent countdown book with one story and craft for each day.
CAT FAMILY CHRISTMAS
My 4YO has been really into seek and find/I Spy style books lately. So I ordered this from Taiwan for him and he’s been loving it! We love the little “flashlight” the book comes with to make finding each item even more fun! Great for learning Christmas related vocab.
How Winston Delivered Christmas
Another great Find It type book. I like how this one is a board book so will withstand some abuse from kids. Plus this one has kids find multiples of the same item so we work on counting too at the same time!
Christian Chinese Christmas Books
Advent Activity Pack
Advent pop-up book with a short story for each day. Plus additional coloring and stickers for kids.
My Very First Christmas
A great boardbook introduction to the story of Christmas for babies and toddlers.
Bilingual Bible Advent Calendar
This is a fun advent countdown book with a short story booklets for the 12 days leading up to Christmas. This takes kids through the story of Christ’s birth.
simplified
Christmas story ready set find
Another great Find It board book for kids that takes them through the story of Christmas. Great for toddlers and preschoolers.
Available in traditional and simplified, bilingual.
I hope your family enjoy these Chinese Christmas books for kids as much as we do!
Got a favorite Christmas book I missed? Please share it in the comments below.
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More Chinese Christmas Resources for Bilingual Families
- Chinese Christmas Carols + Free Printable Lyrics
- Chinese Christian Christmas Movies & Shows for Kids
- YouTube videos on the Story of Christmas for kids
- Holiday movies available in Mandarin Chinese from Mama Baby Mandarin
- Christmas themed Chinese learning packs for Kids from Chinese 4 Kids
- Chinese Christmas cards from EDKids
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