Pippa Peppermint’s Holiday Storytime
4:53 p.m. Dec. 16, 2025
PIPPA PEPPERMINT
MCO Elf & Holiday Enthusiast
It’s Christmas story season, y’all! There’s nothing quite like curling up with a cup of cocoa, a plate of cookies, and a good holiday book to make your home smell like joy and sparkle like tinsel.
Whether you’ve got little elves at home, teens who still need a little Christmas magic, or even big kids (aka adults) who adore Santa, there’s a story for everyone. Pippa’s here with her ultimate list of Christmas reads to bring your family together, one page at a time.
Classic Tales That Warm the Heart
You can’t go wrong with the timeless favorites that make every heart melt:
• The Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore – A must-read that kicks off Christmas Eve with twinkling eyes and merry little laughs.
• How the Grinch Stole Christmas! by Dr. Seuss – Because even the grumpiest hearts can grow three sizes in one night!
• A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens – For the older kiddos and adults, a tale of redemption, ghosts, and that magical Christmas spirit.
Silly & Fun Stories for Giggles
Laughter is an important ingredient in any holiday season. These books will have the whole family snickering and snorting cocoa out their noses:
• Olive, the Other Reindeer by J. Otto Seibold – A quirky tale of a dog who thinks she’s a reindeer.
• Bear Stays Up for Christmas by Karma Wilson – Sweet, funny, and perfect for storytime before bedtime.
• Dear Santa, I Want a Unicorn by Chandra Ghosh Ippen – Because we all secretly want a little holiday magic (and sparkles).
Picture Books for Little Elves
Little readers love bright illustrations, short rhymes, and characters they can giggle at:
• Llama Llama Holiday Drama by Anna Dewdney – A fun, relatable story for the preschool set.
• Room for a Little One: A Christmas Tale by Martin Waddell – Heartwarming and perfect for snuggly Christmas mornings.
• The Christmas Wish by Lori Evert – A gentle story about kindness, hope, and holiday wishes coming true.
Interactive & Activity-Filled Books
Make storytime even more magical with books that double as activities:
• Santa’s Workshop pop-up books – Kids can peek inside the North Pole and discover Santa’s busy elves at work.
• Christmas sticker or activity books – Color, decorate, and create alongside the story for double the holiday fun!
Family Favorites You Can Pass Down
Traditions make Christmas magical, and reading the same books year after year is a tradition that sticks. Whether it’s a funny, heartfelt, or whimsical story, your kids will remember these books long after the wrapping paper is gone.
• Pick one book each year to read on Christmas Eve.
• Make it extra special with cocoa, cookies, and holiday pajamas.
• Take turns reading aloud, even adults! Pippa Peppermint approves of a little dramatic flair when reading!
Pippa’s Peppermint Tip
Don’t buy every book new! Check out our local library, swap with friends, or browse second-hand stores. And remember, sugarplums, it’s not about the price tag, it’s about the time you spend together. That’s the real magic of Christmas!
Lynchburg families, grab your blankets, sip that cocoa, and let the pages of a holiday story sparkle as bright as the Barrel Tree. Whether you’re reading to little ones, teens, or adults, there’s a story for every heart this season.
Stay sweet, stay sparkly, and make storytime a new holiday tradition!
