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Winter Holiday Picture Books

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For families that celebrate holidays during this season, we’ve gathered some of the best and brightest books about Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Yule, Las Posadas and more. Enjoy these suggestions? Looking for a new book to read? Book Match is a book recommendation program offered through AC Library. Check out the website at the top of the list to go to the Book Match page.

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Latkes and Applesauce

Latkes and Applesauce

A Hanukkah Story

by Manushkin, Fran

Picture Book - 2022

When a blizzard erases any hope of harvesting potatoes and apples during Hanukkah, the Menashes get a holiday miracle in the form of a stray cat and dog who save the day. When a blizzard erases any hope of harvesting potatoes and apples during Hanukkah, the Menashes get a holiday miracle in the form of a stray cat and dog who save the day. Show less

When a blizzard erases any hope of harvesting potatoes and apples during Hanukkah, the Menashes get a holiday miracle in the form of a stray cat and dog who save the day. When a blizzard erases any hope of harvesting potatoes and apples during Hanukkah, the Menashes get a holiday miracle in the form of a stray cat and dog who save the day. Show less

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Carla and the Christmas Cornbread

Carla and the Christmas Cornbread

by Hall, Carla

Picture Book - 2021

When Carla accidentally ruins a Christmas surprise for Santa, she must find a way to make things right again. Includes a recipe for cornbread. When Carla accidentally ruins a Christmas surprise for Santa, she must find a way to make things right again. Includes a recipe for cornbread. Show less

When Carla accidentally ruins a Christmas surprise for Santa, she must find a way to make things right again. Includes a recipe for cornbread. When Carla accidentally ruins a Christmas surprise for Santa, she must find a way to make things right again. Includes a recipe for cornbread. Show less

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Red and Green and Blue and White

Red and Green and Blue and White

Inspired by A True Story

by Wind, Lee

Picture Book - 2021

On Isaac's street most of the houses are decorated in red and green for Christmas including his friend, Teresa's, while Isaac's house is blue and white fo...Show more On Isaac's street most of the houses are decorated in red and green for Christmas including his friend, Teresa's, while Isaac's house is blue and white for Hanukkah; then someone smashes Isaac's window in the night, and Teresa comes up with a way to show support her friend—and gets the whole community to rally around their Jewish family. Show less

On Isaac's street most of the houses are decorated in red and green for Christmas including his friend, Teresa's, while Isaac's house is blue and white fo...Show more On Isaac's street most of the houses are decorated in red and green for Christmas including his friend, Teresa's, while Isaac's house is blue and white for Hanukkah; then someone smashes Isaac's window in the night, and Teresa comes up with a way to show support her friend—and gets the whole community to rally around their Jewish family. Show less

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Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas

Queen of the Hanukkah Dosas

by Ehrenberg, Pamela

Picture Book - 2017

A boy is worried that his little sister's climbing will spoil the first night of Hanukkah, when his family combines his father's Jewish traditions with his mother's East Indian cooking. A boy is worried that his little sister's climbing will spoil the first night of Hanukkah, when his family combines his father's Jewish traditions with his mother's East Indian cooking. Show less

A boy is worried that his little sister's climbing will spoil the first night of Hanukkah, when his family combines his father's Jewish traditions with his mother's East Indian cooking. A boy is worried that his little sister's climbing will spoil the first night of Hanukkah, when his family combines his father's Jewish traditions with his mother's East Indian cooking. Show less

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My First Kwanzaa

My First Kwanzaa

by Katz, Karen

Book - 2003

A girl describes how she and her family celebrate the seven days of Kwanzaa. A girl describes how she and her family celebrate the seven days of Kwanzaa. Show less

A girl describes how she and her family celebrate the seven days of Kwanzaa. A girl describes how she and her family celebrate the seven days of Kwanzaa. Show less

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This Is Christmas

This Is Christmas

by Booth, Tom

Picture Book - 2018

On Christmas Eve, a small chipmunk tries to understand the true meaning of Christmas. On Christmas Eve, a small chipmunk tries to understand the true meaning of Christmas. Show less

On Christmas Eve, a small chipmunk tries to understand the true meaning of Christmas. On Christmas Eve, a small chipmunk tries to understand the true meaning of Christmas. Show less

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Ming's Christmas Wishes

Ming's Christmas Wishes

by Gong, Susan L.

Picture Book - 2020

Ming, the daughter of Chinese immigrants in 1930s California, wants to be like other children at school and celebrate Christmas with a tree, but after her father takes her to see a wise old friend, she discovers a better way to honor her heritage. Ming, the daughter of Chinese immigrants in 1930s California, wants to be like other children at school and celebrate Christmas with a tree, but after her father takes her to see a wise old friend, she discovers a better way to honor her heritage. Show less

Ming, the daughter of Chinese immigrants in 1930s California, wants to be like other children at school and celebrate Christmas with a tree, but after her father takes her to see a wise old friend, she discovers a better way to honor her heritage. Ming, the daughter of Chinese immigrants in 1930s California, wants to be like other children at school and celebrate Christmas with a tree, but after her father takes her to see a wise old friend, she discovers a better way to honor her heritage. Show less

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Li'l Rabbit's Kwanzaa

Li'l Rabbit's Kwanzaa

by Washington, Donna L.

Picture Book - 2010

L'il Rabbit searches for a gift for his grandmother when she is sick during Kwanzaa, and surprises her with the best gift of all. Includes "The Nguzo Saba—The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa." L'il Rabbit searches for a gift for his grandmother when she is sick during Kwanzaa, and surprises her with the best gift of all. Includes "The Nguzo Saba—The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa." Show less

L'il Rabbit searches for a gift for his grandmother when she is sick during Kwanzaa, and surprises her with the best gift of all. Includes "The Nguzo Saba—The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa." L'il Rabbit searches for a gift for his grandmother when she is sick during Kwanzaa, and surprises her with the best gift of all. Includes "The Nguzo Saba—The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa." Show less

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May your Life Be Deliciosa

May your Life Be Deliciosa

by Genhart, Michael

Picture Book - 2021

Each year on Christmas Eve, Rosie's abuela teaches her not only how to make a delicious tamale, but how to make a delicious life—one filled with love, plenty of spice, and family. Each year on Christmas Eve, Rosie's abuela teaches her not only how to make a delicious tamale, but how to make a delicious life—one filled with love, plenty of spice, and family. Show less

Each year on Christmas Eve, Rosie's abuela teaches her not only how to make a delicious tamale, but how to make a delicious life—one filled with love, plenty of spice, and family. Each year on Christmas Eve, Rosie's abuela teaches her not only how to make a delicious tamale, but how to make a delicious life—one filled with love, plenty of spice, and family. Show less

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The Real Santa

The Real Santa

by Redd, Nancy

Picture Book - 2021

In this celebration of identity, family, and holiday cheer, one Black family embarks on a journey to discover what the real Santa looks like. In this celebration of identity, family, and holiday cheer, one Black family embarks on a journey to discover what the real Santa looks like. Show less

In this celebration of identity, family, and holiday cheer, one Black family embarks on a journey to discover what the real Santa looks like. In this celebration of identity, family, and holiday cheer, one Black family embarks on a journey to discover what the real Santa looks like. Show less

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All-of-a-kind Family Hanukkah

All-of-a-kind Family Hanukkah

by Jenkins, Emily

Picture Book - 2018

In 1912 New York, Gertie feels left out while Mama and her four older sisters cook Hanukkah dinner, but Papa comes home and asks her help with an important task. In 1912 New York, Gertie feels left out while Mama and her four older sisters cook Hanukkah dinner, but Papa comes home and asks her help with an important task. Show less

In 1912 New York, Gertie feels left out while Mama and her four older sisters cook Hanukkah dinner, but Papa comes home and asks her help with an important task. In 1912 New York, Gertie feels left out while Mama and her four older sisters cook Hanukkah dinner, but Papa comes home and asks her help with an important task. Show less

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Santa in the City

Santa in the City

by Jackson, Tiffany D.

Picture Book - 2021

With a little help from her family, community, and Santa himself, a little girl's faith in the magic of Christmas is restored. With a little help from her family, community, and Santa himself, a little girl's faith in the magic of Christmas is restored. Show less

With a little help from her family, community, and Santa himself, a little girl's faith in the magic of Christmas is restored. With a little help from her family, community, and Santa himself, a little girl's faith in the magic of Christmas is restored. Show less

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Nutcracker Night

Nutcracker Night

by Messier, Mireille

Picture Book - 2019

An onomatopoeic representation of a little girl’s experience at the ballet describes the swish of the young audience member’s dress and the tick-tick-tick...Show more An onomatopoeic representation of a little girl’s experience at the ballet describes the swish of the young audience member’s dress and the tick-tick-tick of the conductor’s baton through the 12 bongs of the clock and the pitter-patter of the dancers’ feet. Show less

An onomatopoeic representation of a little girl’s experience at the ballet describes the swish of the young audience member’s dress and the tick-tick-tick...Show more An onomatopoeic representation of a little girl’s experience at the ballet describes the swish of the young audience member’s dress and the tick-tick-tick of the conductor’s baton through the 12 bongs of the clock and the pitter-patter of the dancers’ feet. Show less

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Kevin's Kwanzaa

Kevin's Kwanzaa

by Bullard, Lisa

Book - 2013

Kevin is excited for his turn to light the candles on the last night of Kwanzaa. As he narrates through the week of Kwanzaa, readers learn about the origins, purpose, and rituals of this holiday. Kevin is excited for his turn to light the candles on the last night of Kwanzaa. As he narrates through the week of Kwanzaa, readers learn about the origins, purpose, and rituals of this holiday. Show less

Kevin is excited for his turn to light the candles on the last night of Kwanzaa. As he narrates through the week of Kwanzaa, readers learn about the origins, purpose, and rituals of this holiday. Kevin is excited for his turn to light the candles on the last night of Kwanzaa. As he narrates through the week of Kwanzaa, readers learn about the origins, purpose, and rituals of this holiday. Show less

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The Ninth Night of Hanukkah

The Ninth Night of Hanukkah

by Perl, Erica S.

Picture Book - 2020

It's Hanukkah, and Max and Rachel are excited to light the menorah in their family's new apartment. But, unfortunately, their Hanukkah box is missing. So ...Show more It's Hanukkah, and Max and Rachel are excited to light the menorah in their family's new apartment. But, unfortunately, their Hanukkah box is missing. So now they have no menorah, candles, dreidels, or, well, anything! Luckily, their neighbors are happy to help, offering thoughtful and often humorous stand-in items each night. And then, just as Hanukkah is about to end, Max and Rachel, inspired by the shamash ("helper") candle, have a brilliant idea: they're going to celebrate the Ninth Night of Hanukkah as a way to say thanks to everyone who's helped them! Show less

It's Hanukkah, and Max and Rachel are excited to light the menorah in their family's new apartment. But, unfortunately, their Hanukkah box is missing. So ...Show more It's Hanukkah, and Max and Rachel are excited to light the menorah in their family's new apartment. But, unfortunately, their Hanukkah box is missing. So now they have no menorah, candles, dreidels, or, well, anything! Luckily, their neighbors are happy to help, offering thoughtful and often humorous stand-in items each night. And then, just as Hanukkah is about to end, Max and Rachel, inspired by the shamash ("helper") candle, have a brilliant idea: they're going to celebrate the Ninth Night of Hanukkah as a way to say thanks to everyone who's helped them! Show less

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Hanukkah Hamster

Hanukkah Hamster

by Markel, Michelle

Picture Book - 2018

After finding a hamster that has been left behind in his taxi, a lonely immigrant cab driver celebrates Hanukkah with the little creature, while waiting to learn if the owner will return. After finding a hamster that has been left behind in his taxi, a lonely immigrant cab driver celebrates Hanukkah with the little creature, while waiting to learn if the owner will return. Show less

After finding a hamster that has been left behind in his taxi, a lonely immigrant cab driver celebrates Hanukkah with the little creature, while waiting to learn if the owner will return. After finding a hamster that has been left behind in his taxi, a lonely immigrant cab driver celebrates Hanukkah with the little creature, while waiting to learn if the owner will return. Show less

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Coming Home

Coming Home

by Morpurgo, Michael

Picture Book - 2018

A plucky little robin sets out on an epic journey. Through dark forests, driving rain, clapping thunder and flashing lightning. Across frozen wastes, huge...Show more A plucky little robin sets out on an epic journey. Through dark forests, driving rain, clapping thunder and flashing lightning. Across frozen wastes, huge mountains and stormy seas he flies. And all the while he's dreaming of home. Of her. But will he ever get there? Show less

A plucky little robin sets out on an epic journey. Through dark forests, driving rain, clapping thunder and flashing lightning. Across frozen wastes, huge...Show more A plucky little robin sets out on an epic journey. Through dark forests, driving rain, clapping thunder and flashing lightning. Across frozen wastes, huge mountains and stormy seas he flies. And all the while he's dreaming of home. Of her. But will he ever get there? Show less

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Between Us and Abuela

Between Us and Abuela

A Family Story From the Border

by Perkins, Mitali

Picture Book - 2019

When Maria, Juan, and their mother go to the border between California and Mexico to visit their grandmother at Christmas, Maria must devise a way to get Juan's gift over the fence. When Maria, Juan, and their mother go to the border between California and Mexico to visit their grandmother at Christmas, Maria must devise a way to get Juan's gift over the fence. Show less

When Maria, Juan, and their mother go to the border between California and Mexico to visit their grandmother at Christmas, Maria must devise a way to get Juan's gift over the fence. When Maria, Juan, and their mother go to the border between California and Mexico to visit their grandmother at Christmas, Maria must devise a way to get Juan's gift over the fence. Show less

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HANUKKAH IN LITTLE HAVANA

HANUKKAH IN LITTLE HAVANA

by Blank, Julie Anna

Book - 10/01/2022

Instead of the citrus arriving by post, the child's family drives all night from chilly Maryland to Miami to spend Hanukkah with grandparents in Little Havana. Instead of the citrus arriving by post, the child's family drives all night from chilly Maryland to Miami to spend Hanukkah with grandparents in Little Havana. Show less

Instead of the citrus arriving by post, the child's family drives all night from chilly Maryland to Miami to spend Hanukkah with grandparents in Little Havana. Instead of the citrus arriving by post, the child's family drives all night from chilly Maryland to Miami to spend Hanukkah with grandparents in Little Havana. Show less

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Together for Kwanzaa

Together for Kwanzaa

by Ford, Juwanda G

Picture Book - 2000

While celebrating Kwanzaa and its many traditions with her parents, Kayla hopes that her big brother Khari will get home from college before the holiday is over. While celebrating Kwanzaa and its many traditions with her parents, Kayla hopes that her big brother Khari will get home from college before the holiday is over. Show less

While celebrating Kwanzaa and its many traditions with her parents, Kayla hopes that her big brother Khari will get home from college before the holiday is over. While celebrating Kwanzaa and its many traditions with her parents, Kayla hopes that her big brother Khari will get home from college before the holiday is over. Show less

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The Chanukah Bears of Marin Circle

The Chanukah Bears of Marin Circle

by Alper, Hope

Picture Book - 2019

The four bears who adorn the fountain in the center of Marin Circle love watching the people who drive past. One night, Little Bear is drawn to the twinkl...Show more The four bears who adorn the fountain in the center of Marin Circle love watching the people who drive past. One night, Little Bear is drawn to the twinkling lights and delicious smells of the nearby homes. When she gets caught peeking though the window of one house, the family invites her inside, where they teach her all about the story and traditions of Chanukah. Show less

The four bears who adorn the fountain in the center of Marin Circle love watching the people who drive past. One night, Little Bear is drawn to the twinkl...Show more The four bears who adorn the fountain in the center of Marin Circle love watching the people who drive past. One night, Little Bear is drawn to the twinkling lights and delicious smells of the nearby homes. When she gets caught peeking though the window of one house, the family invites her inside, where they teach her all about the story and traditions of Chanukah. Show less

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The Shortest Day

The Shortest Day

by Cooper, Susan

Picture Book - 2019

A celebration of the winter solstice and the Yuletide season. As the sun set on the shortest day of the year, early people would gather to prepare for the...Show more A celebration of the winter solstice and the Yuletide season. As the sun set on the shortest day of the year, early people would gather to prepare for the long night ahead. They built fires and lit candles. They played music, bringing their own light to the darkness, while wondering if the sun would ever rise again. Written for a theatrical production that has become a ritual in itself, Susan Cooper's poem "The Shortest Day" captures the magic behind the returning of the light, the yearning for traditions that connect us with generations that have gone before—and the hope for peace that we carry into the future. Richly illustrated by Carson Ellis with a universality that spans the centuries, this beautiful book evokes the joy and community found in the ongoing mystery of life when we celebrate light, thankfulness, and festivity at a time of rebirth. Welcome Yule! Show less

A celebration of the winter solstice and the Yuletide season. As the sun set on the shortest day of the year, early people would gather to prepare for the...Show more A celebration of the winter solstice and the Yuletide season. As the sun set on the shortest day of the year, early people would gather to prepare for the long night ahead. They built fires and lit candles. They played music, bringing their own light to the darkness, while wondering if the sun would ever rise again. Written for a theatrical production that has become a ritual in itself, Susan Cooper's poem "The Shortest Day" captures the magic behind the returning of the light, the yearning for traditions that connect us with generations that have gone before—and the hope for peace that we carry into the future. Richly illustrated by Carson Ellis with a universality that spans the centuries, this beautiful book evokes the joy and community found in the ongoing mystery of life when we celebrate light, thankfulness, and festivity at a time of rebirth. Welcome Yule! Show less

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The Night of Las Posadas

The Night of Las Posadas

by DePaola, Tomie

Picture Book - 1999

At the annual celebration of Las Posadas in old Santa Fe, the husband and wife slated to play Mary and Joseph are delayed by car trouble, but a mysterious couple seems perfect for the part. At the annual celebration of Las Posadas in old Santa Fe, the husband and wife slated to play Mary and Joseph are delayed by car trouble, but a mysterious couple seems perfect for the part. Show less

At the annual celebration of Las Posadas in old Santa Fe, the husband and wife slated to play Mary and Joseph are delayed by car trouble, but a mysterious couple seems perfect for the part. At the annual celebration of Las Posadas in old Santa Fe, the husband and wife slated to play Mary and Joseph are delayed by car trouble, but a mysterious couple seems perfect for the part. Show less

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The Eight Knights of Hanukkah

The Eight Knights of Hanukkah

by Kimmelman, Leslie

Picture Book - 2020

On the last night of Hanukkah, Lady Sadie summons her children, the Eight Knights of Hanukkah, to stop the dastardly dragon that is interrupting party pre...Show more On the last night of Hanukkah, Lady Sadie summons her children, the Eight Knights of Hanukkah, to stop the dastardly dragon that is interrupting party preparations, using kindness and bravery. Includes notes on the traditions of Hanukkah and directions for playing the dreidel game. Show less

On the last night of Hanukkah, Lady Sadie summons her children, the Eight Knights of Hanukkah, to stop the dastardly dragon that is interrupting party pre...Show more On the last night of Hanukkah, Lady Sadie summons her children, the Eight Knights of Hanukkah, to stop the dastardly dragon that is interrupting party preparations, using kindness and bravery. Includes notes on the traditions of Hanukkah and directions for playing the dreidel game. Show less

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