In the eyes of young children, these magical creatures play an integral role at Christmas. Reading kids books featuring reindeer, who along with Santa Claus and a bunch of elves, carry the responsibility of delivering presents to little ones everywhere. Here is a list of the best kids' books about reindeer who overcome hurdles, battle the cold weather, get tangled up in funny mishaps- all while staying laser focused on completing their mission before sunrise.
"All of the other reindeer..." and you know how the rest of the song goes. But one zany dog, named Olive, doesn't get the lyrics exactly right and experiences a case of mistaken identity. When he determines that he is such an animal (because the song says so), Olive embarks on the trip of a lifetime along with Santa and the rest of the flying four-legged creatures. An enjoyable book for kids about a wannabe who finds that his special skill set comes in handy this Christmas Eve.
Reindeer Board Books For Toddlers
The littlest of readers will love these sturdy, chunky board books about reindeer flying through the dark night while the rest of the world is sleeping. Made to withstand clumsy fingers eager to explore every page filled with Santa's most beloved animal. These charming stories make wonderful gifts for baby's first Christmas or to slip into the stocking of a toddler who will love reading all about Rudolph and the rest of the gang. Lots of interactive, touch-and-feel, lift-the-flap elements that will keep little ones engaged. Explore the cutest reindeer plush gifts and games for toddlers to pair with some fun books this holiday.
Best Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Books
These beautiful reindeer picture books full of fun facts feature the iconic Christmas animal made famous by a song and classic TV special. This special story is about the amazing transformation from outcast to hero, after which Rudolph becomes the most famous of all. He and eight other magical, flying creatures carry Santa's sleigh all over the world delivering presents to good girls and boys. Santa Claus may get all the credit on Christmas morning, but he couldn't get the job done without his trusted crew, navigating dark, snowy skies, and pulling a sleigh overflowing with bags of toys. Rudolph graces the shelves every year in the form of toys, Christmas tree ornaments, and book covers. And here we have presented all the best stories for you to enjoy!
This Little Reindeer
A bright, cheery book set to the classic rhyme "This Little Piggy Went to Market". Toddlers will learn about all the things they do to get ready for Christmas, from loading to sleigh to making treats. A cute story that makes a great gift-topper for babies this holiday.
The Itsy Bitsy Reindeer
This Christmas edition of the Itsy Bitsy series features the cutest little animals. This special helper works alongside Santa and the elves to build and deliver all the toys. Bouncy text and charming pictures will keep your toddler's attention.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
The classic Rudolph story is condensed into this attractive board book perfect for preschoolers. On a dark, stormy night, Santa reaches out to the one with the bright red nose to safely guide the sleigh. Dreamy illustrations capture the magic and mystery of this special night.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Lift-the-Tab
Images from the original Rudolph television special fill the pages of this tabbed board book. Toddlers love exploring the winter wonderland and learning all about the unlikely hero who saved Christmas. This lift-the-flap interactive book is a favorite book for toddlers.
Jingle, Jingle Little Reindeer
An adorable hand-puppet book perfect for baby's first Christmas. A cute rhyming story is brought to life with the plush reindeer. Bring a touch of holiday cheer to a nursery by propping up this festive book on a shelf.
Little Reindeer
A plush finger puppet provides animated entertainment during story time. Die cut holes allow babies to steal glimpses of the Christmas pictures that appear on the next page. Simple text and bold illustrations will keep baby's attention.
Ten Little Reindeer
A large, interactive hardcover book for toddlers packed with Christmas activities. Lift the flaps to find out what the busy reindeer are doing to prepare for the big day. Flying Santa's sleigh, helping him navigate down the chimneys, taking potty breaks, and causing a little chaos. Toddlers will practice counting and work on their eye-hand coordination.
Little Reindeer
A cute little animal has picked out the perfect Christmas present for each of his friends. Toddlers can lift the soft, felt flaps to discover the hidden treats he will use to spread holiday cheer.
Reindeer of the Year!
A contest is underway to find the best one this Christmas. Santa and his helpers are the judges in this jubilant, rhyming book for preschoolers. Dazzling, two-way sequins decorate the cover of this festive read aloud.
Rudolph the Changing Nose Reindeer
Toddlers know the Rudolph has a red nose. But watch what happens to his nose when they shake this book! Young readers will practice naming the colors as his nose changes with each wiggle.
Never Touch a Grumpy Reindeer!
Little tots love touching all the familiar Christmas figures in this fun, novelty book. A silicon elf, Santa Claus, a snowman, and more friendly figures are ready for hands to explore. But be careful! There is one very unhappy reindeer who woke up on the wrong side of the bed. Whatever you do, do not even think about touching him! Kids will love this rhyming story and will struggle to resist the temptation to touch the grumpy animal.
What is Reindeer Going To Do?
Toddlers will be thrilled to peek behind each flap and explore the little Christmas scene. This colorful board book allows little ones to practice hand-eye coordination. It's also an opportunity to have a little question and answer session with tiny tots about the scenario on each page. Bold colors with sparkly pictures will stimulate and entertain preschool readers.
Rudolph Shines Again
This is the original Rudolph story written in 1939 by the owner of the Montgomery Ward stores. In this tale, he is teased by his fellow, jealous reindeer for his shiny nose. When he turns sulky, he nose loses its special shine. It's not until he uses some of his other gifts to help a bunny family in need that his inner shine restores his nose.
The Little Reindeer
Black and white illustrations punctuated with red foil highlights bring to life this magical story. A little girl is awoken from a deep sleep by the jingling bells of a lost little animal She is whisked away on a whimsical adventure in the forest. A dreamy, magical story with die-cut pages that very well could become your child's favorite.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Classic Story
A beautiful hardcover gift edition of the classic Rudolph story. Unlike other versions, this 50th anniversary version is the complete, comprehensive story with many long-forgotten passages. Beautiful illustrations and gold trim add a touch of elegance to this keepsake.
The Wild Christmas Reindeer
A best-selling masterpiece by Jan Brett about a little girl who has a most important job. She is responsible for preparing the reindeer for their Christmas Eve journey delivering gifts around the world. The more that Teeka tries to control it, the more mischievous their behavior becomes. This beautiful picture book, filled with wondrous wintery scenes, will fill your home with yuletide cheer.
The Reindeer Express
An imaginative, interactive Christmas book that takes children on a journey never to be forgotten. A little girl hops aboard the express so that she can deliver a card to her grandfather who lives a far distance away. Die cut holes and doors with flaps give readers a glimpse into exotic new places they will visit before reaching the final destination. An evocative picture book particularly touching for families who are separated by great distances over the Christmas season.
The Littlest Reindeer
This inspiring story is about a tiny deer who desires to be Santa's helper despite her stature. Dot tries her best to fly with the others but she just can't get it right. For every child who has ever struggled, this story will teach them to never give up. Charming pictures reflect a whimsical winter wonderland.
Reindeer on the Move
This level 4 non-fiction book is perfect for independent readers interested in learning all about these special animals Fascinating photographs of these amazing creatures fill the pages. Readers will learn all kinds of interesting facts like how fast and far they travel. Are these animals really capable of pulling Santa's sleigh?
Santa's Story
Christmas traditions and customs are a big part of what makes the season so special. Santa learns this lesson the hard way when he can't seem to rally his reindeer on Christmas Eve. Each one is preoccupied and otherwise uninterested in doing the work the lies ahead. Santa finally remembers their ritual of reading a Christmas story together before heading out to deliver presents. After gathering around, they are ready to head off into the night.
Comet the Unstoppable Reindeer
Hilarious twist on a Christmas Eve gone haywire. Comet experiences an unfortunate injury at the hand of an elf and finds himself replaced by an inexperienced reindeer. In all of the chaos and distraction, Comet realizes that Santa and his able-bodied reindeer have taken off without the toys. Determined to save Christmas, Comet crosses the globe frantically delivering presents, but not without some outrageous obstacles along the way.
How to Catch a Reindeer
A festive addition to the "How to Catch" series about Comet, a who leaves the group to go on an exploration. But without Comet, the rest of the pack can't fly Santa around the world to deliver the rest of the presents on Christmas Eve. It's a good thing the Catch Club Kids come to the rescue by setting up their clever traps and rein in the errant animal in time to save the holiday. This action-packed book is part of a best-selling series that challenges the imaginations of little readers.
Uni the Unicorn: Reindeer Helper
What happens when one of Santa's reindeer goes missing? This sparkly storybook highlights the importance of being a good helper during times of need. Uni recognizes that her magical powers are needed to find the missing member of the crew. Unicorn lovers will adore this cheerful story which is part of the best-selling Uni the Unicorn series.
Randy, the Badly Drawn Reindeer
Randy is back in his third book and this time he is wearing his best Christmas gear. Kids will love his uncanny resemblance to Santa's furry helpers. This funny fellow secretly wishes he could fly through the sky with Santa and the rest of his crew. Randy loves everything else about Christmas, too! The candy canes, the twinkly lights, and a sneak peak at the guy who delivers all the magic.
The Pug Who Wanted to Be a Reindeer
Part of an entertaining chapter book series with illustrations to keep newly independent readers engaged. In this spirited holiday story, Peggy is the furry member of a very busy family. Like many households, the holidays bring about some degree of stress with a few arguments here and there. Peggy is unhappy about the state of affairs and is determined to do something about it. Dressing up as a reindeer and the disaster she leaves in her wake only makes things worse. Desperate to fix things, she plans a trip to visit Santa and seek his advice.
I'm a Reindeer
Be sure to add this Little Golden Book to your child's bookshelf. This darling animal shares all kinds of fascinating information about himself. Readers learn why his fur changes color throughout the year, how he could run on his wobbly legs just a few short hours after birth, and lots of other things about himself. The most adorable pictures show this little reindeer in his natural habitat and showing off all his amazing skills and traits.
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