Families who loved The Best Parts of Christmas by Bethanie Deeney Murguia often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when the post-holiday blues hit or when your child is struggling to say goodbye to a special season, object, or tradition. It is a gentle tool for navigating the bittersweet transition that follows a period of intense joy and celebration. Fritz is a young boy who loves his Christmas tree, seeing it not just as a decoration, but as a silent companion that holds the magic of family time and quiet moments. When the needles start to drop and the tree must go, Fritz experiences a very real sense of loss. Through his journey, the book validates that it is okay to feel sad when something special ends. It ultimately offers a hopeful solution by showing how we can use creativity to transform our memories into something new. This is a perfect read for children ages 3 to 7 who have a deep sentimental attachment to their surroundings or who find transitions particularly difficult.
