The Children's Book of Christmas Stories

The Children’s Book of Christmas Stories, edited by Asa Don Dickinson and Ada M. Skinner, is a festive anthology of thirty-five classic Christmas tales for younger readers, first published in 1913. The collection brings together a wide variety of heart-warming and imaginative stories that capture the spirit of the holiday season—kindness, generosity, wonder, and the joy of giving. Drawn from well-known writers such as Charles Dickens, Hans Christian Andersen, Susan Coolidge, and Katherine Pyle, the book includes beloved selections like “Christmas at Fezziwig’s Warehouse,” “The Fir-Tree,” and “The Cratchits’ Christmas Dinner,” alongside charming lesser-known tales of children, angels, elves, and the magic of Christmas night.

From snowy village legends and humble acts of charity to joyful family celebrations, these stories introduce young readers to the traditions and moral lessons associated with Christmas while offering warm, memorable storytelling perfect for the holiday season.