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Top Picks - Books

If you're looking for some great media suggestions for your kids--look no further than our Top Picks! We have a variety of lists in all of our media categories with some wonderful suggestions for kids of all ages. Whether you're looking for great fantasy books for your 8-14 year old or some classic holiday movies, you're sure to find something that your kids will enjoy.

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Best Holiday Books for Young Kids

Mama Had to Work on Christmas by Carolyn Marsden Gently opens children's eyes to the idea of class differences.
A Christmas Sonata by Gary Paulsen A dying boy wants to believe in Santa. Great for kids.
A Christmas Memory by Truman Capote Truman's tale deserves to be shared every holiday.
Winter's Tale : An Original Pop-Up Journey by Robert Sabuda A walk through winter woods shimmers and glitters in three dimensions.
A Sweet Year: a Taste of the Jewish Holiday by Mark Podwall Pictures and easy-to-read text introduces the Jewish holidays, focusing on the foods associated with each.
A Certain Small Shepherd by Rebecca Caudill Jamie, who cannot talk, is to be a shepherd in the school Christmas pageant. He is disappointed when a blizzard cancels the pageant, but, on Christmas morning, a miracle occurs.
Yoon and the Christmas Mitten by Helen Recorvits Beautiful lesson about sharing holiday traditions.
Felix's Christmas Around the World byAnnette Langen Felix writes a letter to Santa and is off on another adventure.
Merry Un-Christmas by Mike Reiss Silly tale for kids who wish every day were Xmas.
A Merry Little Christmas: Celebrate From A to Z by Mary Engelbreit Xmas nostalgia shines in Englebreit's fun ABCs.
Chanukah Lights Everywhere by Michael Rosen Loving family's cozy celebration appeals to all.
Max's Christmas by Rosemary Wells Kids will love the holiday appeal and relate to the tale.

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