So, today I am sharing parenting tips on a list of Christmas books for children of color. I’m a big advocate of reading. It is an activity that was instilled in me as a child and I passed my love for reading on to my daughter. I’m now making it third generation, I’m passing my passion for reading to my granddaughter and grandson.
Reading is so important to all of our children’s education. It has been proven that children learn when they can relate. So, seeing images that look like them or someone they know is one of the ways that help children learn.
Christmas books for children of color:
Story Bird Dance and The Snowbird Ballet – First, this book is a perfect gift or Christmas book for the little ballerina. The recital for Story Bird Dance Academy is approaching. However, Jada is afraid to dance in front of the big kids. And, Nia doesn’t like her costume. How will they do in the recital. Appropriate for ages 6 – 8.
The Secret of Santa’s Songbird – A northern Cardinal named Chipper is slow at growing his feathers. He knows he different, but hopes to be like other birds. Chipper delivers a Christmas gift that nobody sees coming. Not even Santa. Appropriate for ages 6 – 8.
Adventures in Tutus – The Missing Christmas Gifts – Follow Cloclo and Riri on an adventure to the North Pole to meet Santa. They are wearing their tutus, and hope to meet Santa’s elves and reindeer. Appropriate for ages 5 – 8.
Sophie Washington Secret Santa –
A secret “Santa” has been mailing presents to sixth grader Sophie Washington. She has no clue who it could be since a gift exchange is not happening in school. Sophie and her friends think either Nathan Jones or Toby Johnson, two boys in Sophie’s class, may be the secret Santa. Sophie begins to unravel clues to discover her secret Santa. Appropriate for ages 8 – 12.
Pinata in a Pine Tree – Partridges are being replaced with Piñatas in this story of the 12 Days of Christmas. Appropriate for ages 4 – 7.
A World of Cookies for Santa – A World of Cookies for Santa takes children around the globe to discover cookie treats left for Santa around the globe on Christmas Eve. The book also has cookie recipes the children can make. Appropriate for children 5 – 8.
The Legend of the Poinsettia – This books explains how the flower of Christmas, the poinsettia, came to be. The poinsettia was a selfless gift from a little girl to Christ. Appropriate for ages 4 – 8 years.
Together for Kwanzaa – Kayla loves Kwanzaa. It is her favorite time of year. Her brother Khari is supposed to come home for the festivities, but a heavy snowstorm is coming. Will Khari miss Kwanzaa. Great book to introduce children to Kwanzaa. Appropriate for ages 3 – 7 .
The All I’ll Ever Want Christmas Doll – Nella’s family is poor, but she’s hoping Santa will bring her and her sisters a beautiful Baby Betty doll. Will Santa grant her wish? Appropriate for ages 4 – 8 years.
I Got the Christmas Spirit – It’s the holiday season! A mother and daughter are enjoying the lights and sounds of the season. She’s also enjoying chestnuts roasting, carolers, and sleigh bells ringing. She finally goes to see Santa, and gives him her Christmas wish. What is her wish? Appropriate for ages 3 – 6 years.
The Night Before Christmas – Teenager, Noland Nixon retells The Night Before Christmas illustrations of an African-American family. Appropriate for ages 6 – 8.
The Day Santa Got Sick – What happens to the toys if Santa gets sick and can’t drive the sleigh? That is exactly what happens one Christmas Eve. But, a little girl elf and Mrs. Claus save the day. Find out how. Appropriate for ages 5 – 8.
Messy Bessey’s Holiday’s – Bessey and her mother love to bake cookies for Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanukkah. After they bake the delicious treats, they clean up the kitchen, and than deliver the cookies to their neighbors.
How to Build an Elf Trap – If you want to catch an elf, you will need more than candy canes and ribbons! Get help building your Elf Trap with precise calculations and the right engineering. Appropriate for ages 4 – 7 years.
My Christmas Story Tree – An adorable board book takes toddlers through the decorating of a family Christmas tree. Beautifully illustrated with glitter and glitz. Appropriate for ages Preschool – 2.
12 Days of Big Hair – Another great books that teaches African American girls to love their natural hair. Everyone knows the 12 Days of Christmas. However, The 12 Days of Christmas with replaced with a natural hair twist. So, Effie’s Big Hair teaches her that her big hair is beautiful. Appropriate for ages 5 – 8.
The Nutcracker in Harlem – Next, a little girls finds her voice as a musician in this rendition of the Nutcracker. The setting is Harlem. Appropriate for ages 4 – 8 years.
A Piece of Black Cake for Santa – So, Femi and her friends want to leave Santa Caribbean treats this year. One of the treats is Black Cake. They also share some of their favorite winter activities at the Christmas fair. Appropriate for ages 5 – 8.
Finally, these Christmas books for children of color will make great Christmas gifts. So, add a few to your child’s reading list. Also, you may like 24 Winter Books for Kids.
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