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| The Nutcracker by E.T.A. Hoffmann |
With the holiday season in full swing and winter approaching, I thought it would be nice to share some of my favorite seasonal children’s stories. What books are on your winter reading list?
1. The Nutcracker by E.T. A. Hoffmann
As a lover of ballet, The Nutcracker is easily my favorite
holiday story. This one keeps visions of sugar plums dancing in my head all
winter long. A perfect choice for the tiny dancer in your life.
2. The Snow Queen by
Hans Christian Anderson
Fairy tales have a special place in my heart, and what
better way to celebrate the season than by reading this wintery favorite. With the popularity of Disney’s Frozen, this will likely be an easy
favorite for kids.
3. Sun and Moon, Ice
and Snow by Jessica Day George
For me, winter is the prime time for fairy tales and this YA
retelling of the Norwegian fairy tale “East of the Sun and West of the Moon” is
no different. While it might be better suited to teen readers, tweens and upper
Middle Graders should be able to appreciate this one.
4. How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss
A perennial favorite with adults and children alike, it’s
not really Christmas time until our green-skinned friend comes out. It’s a
classic for a reason.
5. The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg
What’s more magical and comforting than the thought of jumping on a train and heading up to the North Pole on a snowy night? Whimsy and wonder abound in this heartwarming little story, and it continues to charm readers of all ages.
