Christmas Children Fiction

Christmas is almost here, and Alice-Miranda and her closest friends are celebrating early at Highton Hall. But it's not all gingerbread, parties and present shopping. There are mysteries to be solved! Why are Christmas decorations disappearing and local stores empty of festive treats? What long-kept family secret does Alice-Miranda discover? More importantly, what will she do about it?

Mum makes plans for a summer down the coast, fixing up Grandpa’s old place in an effort to make ends meet. The beach, the swirling rockpools and the vast ocean offer new perspective and promise and Matthew as he strikes up a friendship with Bill, an old local who recognises a fellow ‘Saltwater Boy’ – and shows him how to find pippis and catch fish, and even make a few dollars from it. Bill becomes the paternal figure that Dad isn’t – wise and patient – but Bill isn’t welcomed in town, and Matthew begins to witness old rivalries, and buried truths, resurface.

Henry n’est plus le même depuis que sa petite amie Sheridan a quitté la cage. La retrouvera-t-il? Gregory adore les cadeaux; et plus particulièrement en faire aux autres. Oui mais voilà, Gregory va apprendre que rien ne vaut un cadeau qui vient du cœur.

Hoffmann's stories are imaginative, wise, and educational, just how children's stories are supposed to be. Some of his characters instill fear, while others overcome it and continue towards their goal in the surreal world of this great storyteller. Hoffmann's world will awaken the imagination of your child.

Amanda Owen, also known as the Yorkshire Shepherdess, and her family welcome you to their farm at Christmas. This heartwarming collection of festive stories is inspired by all the countryside characters - both two legged and four - you'll find on and around Ravenseat Farm, and just how fun life can be when everyone mucks in together!

No writer is more identified with the modern idea of Christmas than Charles Dickens. In some ways, Dickens helped define the holiday that we now celebrate by immortalizing it as a time of warmth and sharing, with an emphasis on family and friends.

Se ha perdido un saco repleto de juguetes y se ha atascado el trineo... ¿Llegará Santa Claus a tiempo? Historias de duendes traviesos, árboles de Navidad, juguetes, renos y el mismísimo Papá Noel te harán disfrutar de una Navidad inolvidable.

It's nearly Christmas, but seventeen-year-old Hope Novak just can't seem to get into the Christmas spirit. Over the summer she broke up with Shane Culver, the hottest guy at Oakmont High and Shane won't let her go. Everywhere Hope goes, Shane turns up. He finds a way to catch her by surprise, in a place where she can't get away. He tells her they were meant to be together, that he loves her, that if he can't have her . . . no one will.

In this modern take on a holiday classic, high school junior, Kerril, faces her past, present, and future to be reminded of the good in others, and in herself.

From the North Pole to your own backyard, these tales will transport young listeners to a world of wonder and joy. Meet a brave little reindeer, a grumpy gingerbread man with a heart of gold, and even a magical wreath that decides to explore the town! Each story is filled with humor, heart, and the true spirit of Christmas.

What do based, no cap, cracked, lowkey, out of pocket, and rizz mean? If you don’t wanna be cringe, this coming-of-age Christmas adventure will have you poppin’ off in no time! With epic vocab and iconic characters, our band of explorers will confront challenging themes, obstacles, growth and learning in their lively journey. Whether you’re looking for a totes hip lingo lesson (adults and teens alike) or morals weaved into an entertaining story about crossing boundaries, cub napping, and rescue, my teenage son and daughter can attest that “it’s lowkey the best thing we’ve ever read”.

Sternenstaub Eine Geschichte von Ute Kleeberg für Violine, Viola, Violoncello und eine Erzählerin " Wenn der Weihnachtsmann zu uns kommt, bleibt an den Hufen der Rentiere die seinen Schlitten ziehen, etwas Sternenstaub haften. Dieser fällt auf unsere Erde. Für eine Stunde können dann alle Wesen aus Schnee und Eis laufen. Und manchmal geschieht sogar ein Wunder..." Ein poetisches Weihnachtsmärchen für die ganze Familie.

All aboard for a chilly adventure full of magic, friendship, and festive fun! Pippa is no ordinary penguin—she’s bursting with curiosity and a huge sense of adventure! When the magical Polar Express glides by her snowy home, she hops aboard without hesitation. What awaits her is a heartwarming journey to the North Pole filled with sparkling surprises, friendly faces, and the kind of magic only found during the holidays. In A Journey on Rails of Ice , young listeners will delight in Pippa’s whimsical ride through icy landscapes, twinkling forests, and festive wonders.

Join George, a young and courageous explorer with all the pluck of a little Indiana Jones, on a very festive quest – to find Father Christmas himself! This time George is heading to the North Pole to deliver lots of presents to Santa for a change! But oh no – Santa and the elves are in trouble, and Rudolf has lost the light from his red nose! Can George step up and save Christmas?

Mit der tollpatschigen Lieselotte wird die Wartezeit bis Heiligabend garantiert nicht langweilig. Denn Lieselotte erlebt ein weihnachtliches Abenteuer nach dem anderen: Sie verläuft sich im Schnee und vertauscht versehentlich alle Geschenke, wird zur selbsternannten Weihnachtskuh, als der Weihnachtsmann verhindert ist, und macht die originellsten Geschenke! So ist dieses Hörbuch für Kinder ab 3 Jahren das perfekte Geschenk zu Nikolaus, für den Adventskalender oder einfach, um eine wunderschöne Adventszeit zu haben und die Wartezeit auf Heiligabend zu verkürzen!

What if somewhere along the way we've all got the Santa story a bit wrong? Join Blanche Claus and her best friend, Rinki, for a funny festive sleigh ride you'll never forget! From Sibéal Pounder, best-selling author of the Witch Wars and Bad Mermaids series, this tale of friendship and mince-pie feasts is the perfect book to curl up with this winter. Funny, feminist and with a huge heart, it's a gloriously Christmassy adventure that will delight even the biggest Grinch.

A prophecy in motion. Mankind on its knees. Can one boy change their fate? Thirteen-year-old Toby Thornton never expected Father Christmas to break into his parents’ townhouse in the dead of night, bruised, pale, and on the run. After all, it was only hours ago that the old man and his elves helped him save the world from shape-shifters. But a lot can happen overnight. Thanks to a nefarious plan, their enemies have unleased Nicko’s most frightening nemesis onto the world, the Faerie King Oberon.

Jack liebt sein Stoffschwein über alles. Es war immer für ihn da, gemeinsam sind sie stets durch dick und dünn gegangen. Bis an einem Weihnachtsabend etwas Schreckliches passiert - das Stoffschwein ist verschwunden. Doch Weihnachten ist die Nacht der Wunder und der hoffnungslosen Fälle, die Nacht, in der sogar Spielzeuge zum Leben erwachen. Und Jacks neues Stofftier, das Weihnachtsschwein, das das alte nie ersetzen könnte, hat einen kühnen Plan.

In Santa's Second Secret Night, a group of cheerful animal friends hatches a cozy Christmas Eve Eve surprise! With their woodland home aglow in twinkling lights and their hearts full of love, they set out to bake, craft, and prepare a special gift just for Santa. Through snowy teamwork, laughter, and sweet surprises, these furry friends discover that the real magic of Christmas lies in giving, sharing, and the joy of doing something kind together.

Christmas is steamrolling Halloween! And Thanksgiving. New Years. Even the Fourth of July. The holidays are angry. Then Santa really makes trouble (with four heads!) and it's up to the Bogeyman and his lovely new friend, Chloe, to save the North Pole, Chloe's son, and Christmas itself! Well, two out of three...