Festive Holiday Reads for Kids and Teens

By Carrie McBride, Communications
December 15, 2021

There are many wondrous things about the holidays—lights, music, decorations, special foods, and, of course, books. Take a break from the swirl of holiday activities to share a book with a young person in your life or, for older kids and teens, recommend a festive read to get them into the spirit of the season. The selection below includes picture books to read together and suggestions for kids, middle grade readers, and young adults. Most are available in multiple formats and many are available as simultaneous e-books which means they're always available without a wait.

Have trouble reading standard print? Many of these titles are available in formats for patrons with print disabilities.

Summaries provided via NYPL’s catalog, which draws from multiple sources. Click through to each book’s title for more.