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Holidays & Seasonal Books for Ages 8–11 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Holidays & Seasonal Books for Ages 8–11

Holiday and seasonal books at chapter book age explore the traditions, histories, and cultural contexts behind the celebrations. These 1,907 books go deeper than the decorations and help children understand why we mark time the way we do.

1,907 books

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My Little Pony #4

The Reason for the Season

Louise Alexander

For children learning to navigate different family traditions, this story explores how to blend diverse ways of celebrat

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Holiday Symbols #5

Shamrocks, Harps, and Shillelaghs

The true origins of harps, shillelaghs, and leprechauns come to light in this look at the history and legends behind St.

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Turkeys, Pilgrims and Indian Corn

For the curious child who wants to know why we eat turkey or how harvest festivals began. A detailed look at the origins

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Red and Green and Blue and White

Lee Wind

For children processing why some people are unkind to those who are different, this moving story shows how a neighborhoo

Ages 4–8

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Wonders of America

Independence Day

Marc Tyler Nobleman

For the child curious about the parades and fireworks of summer, this book introduces the history and traditions behind

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The Night Before #5

The Night Before Lunar New Year

For children who love festive traditions but feel overwhelmed by loud celebrations, this story offers a cozy way to prep

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Candles, Cakes, and Donkey Tails

The history of birthday cakes, the meaning of birthstones, and unusual party customs from around the world explain why w

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Holiday Symbols #1

Lilies, Rabbits, and Painted Eggs

Uncover the fascinating history behind spring traditions, from ancient pagan customs to the modern stories of the Easter

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Hanukkah! A Three-dimensional Celebration

For children curious about the miracle of the oil and the fun of the dreidel, this pop-up book brings the history and cu

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Take Joy! The Tasha Tudor Christmas Book

Celebrate the season through a gentle collection of traditional carols, old-fashioned lore, and festive holiday projects

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Grandfather's Christmas Camp

Marc McCutcheon

Lizzie and her grandfather trek up a snowy mountain on Christmas Eve to bring home their three-legged dog, Mr. Biggins,

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Santa Claustrophobia

For the child (or parent) feeling the weight of high expectations during the holidays. This silly story explores how eve

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Counting to Christmas

Join a child as she eagerly counts the 25 days to Christmas, preparing a secret gift for her animal friends. This festiv

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The Glorious Christmas Songbook

Cooper Edens, Benjamin Darling

For families wishing to start a holiday singing tradition, this collection pairs timeless carols with beautiful vintage

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Fireworks, Picnics, and Flags

James Cross Giblin

For the curious child who wonders why we eat hot dogs and watch the sky explode on the Fourth of July. A fascinating loo

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Had Gadya: A Passover Song

For the family preparing for the Seder who wants to explore the rhythm and history of a beloved holiday song through str

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Shrek the Halls

For the child who feels overwhelmed by holiday expectations, this funny tale shows that a perfect celebration is about b

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The Pilgrims' First Thanksgiving

Jessica Gunderson

For the child curious about how a community survives against the odds through cooperation and help from new neighbors.

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My First Holiday

Ranjeeta Ramkumar

For children curious about global traditions, this vibrant guide introduces the joy, history, and colorful celebrations

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Woodleigh Marx Hubbard's Twelve Days of Christmas

Woodleigh Marx Hubbard

For families seeking a whimsical and narrative exploration of the classic holiday carol, this short chapter book offers

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The Donkey's Dream

Barbara Helen Berger

While carrying a weary traveler across the desert, a dreaming donkey witnesses the quiet, holy wonder of the very first

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First Facts: Holidays

Day of the Dead: A Celebration of Life and Death

Amanda Doering Tourville

For children curious about global traditions, this gentle introduction explores how families honor their ancestors with

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Jewish Holiday Stories

How to Chanukah

For children asking 'Why?' and 'How?' about the Festival of Lights, this rhyming guide introduces the history and heartw

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Super Halloween

For the child who loves getting hands-on with the holidays, this guide provides easy-to-follow crafts and recipes to mak

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