Christmas School 2026

FROM SARAH:

Truly stunning illustrations and a lovely, tender story make this one a favorite of mine at Christmas. Definitely worth a permanent place on your shelves!

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Once there was a tree that stood in a field away from the other trees. It longed to be part of the forest—or part of anything at all. After many lonely years, its dream came true. And the little fir tree's life changed forever!

FROM SARAH:

This tender story by Max Lucado reminds us that there is beauty in every circumstance. It’s a great read any time of year, but is particularly meaningful at Christmastime.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

The Crippled Lamb follows the story of Joshua, a lamb with a crippled leg who feels left out because he can't run and play like the other lambs. But God has a special plan for Joshua's life, as He does for all who feel alone. Listeners will feel a gentle tug on their hearts as the little lamb's prayers are answered in an amazing way on Christmas Day.

FROM SARAH:

Karma Wilson brings us a cozy, heartwarming tale that follows our dear friend Bear—sleepy, snuggly, and determined—as his woodland friends try their best to keep him awake for one very special night. An absolute delight!

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Bear’s friends are determined to keep Bear awake for Christmas! So they wake Bear up and have him help them find a Christmas tree, bake cakes, hang up stockings, and sing Christmas songs. Bear stays up—by discovering that giving is one of the best Christmas presents of all!

FROM SARAH:
The 2nd book in Arnold Ytreeide's fantastic Advent series. This is one of my favorites. Preview for sensitive readers, as these stories get quite intense. They are also rich and beautiful and unforgettable.

Recommended for ages 7+.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Bartholomew's Passage is an engaging story that guides families through the Advent season. Young Bartholomew's adventures start when Roman soldiers destroy his village and disperse his family, continue through his enslavement to a tyrannical master and his escape with his new friend Nathan, and end with a reunion with his family in Bethlehem. Along the way Bartholomew makes a new friend, a young boy named Jotham!

FROM SARAH:

The 3rd book in Arnold Ytreeide's fantastic Advent series. This is one of Sarah's favorites. Preview for sensitive readers, as these stories get quite intense. They are also rich and beautiful and unforgettable.

Recommended for ages 7+.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

Following in the footsteps of the immensely popular Jotham’s Journey and Bartholomew’s Passage, this captivating story will take families through Advent to Christmas as they share in Tabitha’s adventures.

Curious, competent, and courageous Tabitha is the daughter of a shepherd who is taking his family on caravan to his birthplace. Along the way, she meets and becomes friends with Jotham and Bartholomew, watches as Romans take her father prisoner, spends time with Zechariah and Elizabeth, helps Mary and Joseph just before Christ’s birth, and ends her travels at the stable in Bethlehem.

FROM SARAH:

The 4th book in Arnold Ytreeide's fantastic Advent series. This is one of my favorites. Preview for sensitive readers, as these stories get quite intense. They are also rich and beautiful and unforgettable.

Recommended for ages 7+.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

A new Advent family devotional from the author of Jotham’s Journey! Fourth in a set of Advent adventure books for families, Ishtar’s Odyssey follows the ten-year-old son of a Persian wise man as their caravan follows a star across the desert. Ishtar would just as soon stay in the comfort of the palace, but slowly he learns that there’s much to see, do, and learn in this world that can’t be experienced in school. He eventually meets Jotham, Bartholomew, and Tabitha as he follows his father and uncles in their search for a newborn king.

FROM SARAH:

You know how much I love mice! And a little family of mice who jump in and care for someone in need? It's Christmas perfection! This one is sure to be read over and over again. Age Rec: 4 and up

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

A modern classic full of heart and holiday cheer, starring an adorable cast of mouse characters, perfect for fans of Little Red Sleigh.

FROM SARAH:

Absolutely fascinating and perfect for your non-fiction fanatics! You’ll pour over these pages and experience the Christmas story like never before.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

The Christmas story is so familiar that we often take the details for granted. But did Mary and Joseph really ride on a donkey to Bethlehem? What was a manger and why did they use one for Jesus’s bed? And where were the wise men actually from? By approaching the story with historical insight and a child’s sense of wonder, Andy McGuire crafts a tale that feels fresh and insightful, using well-researched material and beautiful original artwork.