Books Like Merry Christmas, Emily!
Families who loved Merry Christmas, Emily! by Claire Masurel often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Merry Christmas, Emily! by Claire Masurel often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their toddler begins noticing the festive shifts in the home and expresses a desire to help with holiday preparations. It is a gentle, interactive guide to the sensory and social experiences of getting ready for Christmas morning. The story follows young Emily as she participates in quintessential holiday tasks: decorating the tree, baking treats, and hanging stockings. Through simple text and engaging lift-the-flap elements, the book captures the wonder and anticipation of the season while reinforcing the idea that even the smallest family members have a role to play. It is perfectly calibrated for the 1 to 4 age range, focusing on the joy of shared activities rather than complex narratives. Parents will appreciate how it models helpfulness and manages the high energy of holiday waiting with a calming, repetitive structure.
