Books make for wonderful gifts. They can transport readers to faraway places, make anyone believe that they’re in the stories they read, and make any kid’s imaginations run free when they read! In books, anything is possible. One moment you can be in Pompeii with Jack and Annie through their magical tree house, and you get to know all about the ibong adarna and its wonderfully beautiful feathers the next moment!
That’s only one of the many reasons why books make great gifts. Now, this holiday season, if you aren’t in the mood to get your little ones some toys or clothes, then books would be a great option to gift them! It can unlock their hidden talent for writing, spark an interest in a certain type of genre, or even encourage them to be more interested in reading or writing.
So, why not consider gifting your loved ones a book or two this Christmas? We at edamama wanted to make it easier for you to make a choice, and we’ve gone ahead and come up with the top 7 best book recommendations you can gift your kids this Yuletide season. Curious to see the choices? Then read on to find out more!
My First Reading Library
If one book isn’t enough, then a set of 50 from Usborne just might do the trick! This enormous collection will quickly become your kid's favorite because it's ideal for bedtime and recreational periods.
It’s also a terrific method for kids to practice reading independently as they start their own reading journeys. The stories are each different and creative but they all have beautiful pictures and simple narratives, so any and every kid will want to turn these pages time and time again.
Ako Si Kaliwa, Ako Si Kanan
If you’re looking for a fun and creative story that comes in both Filipino and English in one book, then Ako Si Kaliwa, Ako Si Kanan by Adarna House is the perfect gift! Ideal for kids ages 6 and up, this book tells the tale of how a pair of slippers learn what it would be like without the other. It teaches siblings how to share, how to take turns, and how to recognize left from right.
So, not only is it whimsical and creative but it teaches the readers a lesson too!
My Family
Families come in all shapes and sizes. Some are big, and some are small, but regardless, they should all be celebrated! The gift of family and the many forms family can come in are mentioned in Adarna’s My Family book. The book has creative and colorful images to help illustrate the wide variety that families come in. Additionally, what’s wonderful is it’s also another bilingual book that details the story in both English and Filipino.
Brown Watson Fairy Tale
Fairytale books have been a staple in any kid’s bookshelf for as long as any of us can remember. After all, the classic tales of Red Riding Hood, Sleeping Beauty, Aladdin, and more are the stories that transported us all to different worlds and encouraged us to use our imaginations. So, if you’re looking for a a set of books with these tales, then the Brown Watson Fairy Tale Phonics Slip Case is the perfect gift.
Sleeping Beauty, Aladdin & Puss in Boots, Cinderella, Bambi & Peter Pan, Snow White, Hansel and Gretel & The Ugly Duckling, Red Riding Hood, Pinocchio & The Wizard of Oz are among the four books, each of which contains three fairy tales.
I Am A Big Sister
It’s always a new and exciting time being a big sister to a new baby brother or sister. But, not all kids understand what that means and not all of them understand it enough to know whether or not they like it or want to get excited about it. That’s why books like I Am A Big Sister by Scholastic are so helpful.
Big sisters may require a little more tender loving care to adjust to a new family environment due to the many transitions brought on by the birth of a new baby. That’s what makes this book the perfect story to read to an older sister getting ready for a growing family.
Brown Watson 1000 Words and Pictures
People say that a picture is worth a thousand words, but in the Brown Watson 1000 Words and Pictures readers actually get 1,000 pictures and words to enjoy! Ranging from images of the sky to playful zebras, readers can enjoy numerous common topics, such as our family and ourselves, clothing, our homes and gardens, and countless more! These are all broken up into carefully chosen words so kids can enjoy their time reading and exploring the book.
Fractured Fairy Tales Collection
Fairytales are classic stories, but every now and then, writers and publishing houses, like Brille Petit, put a playful spin on the traditional tales. The Fractured Fairy Tales Collection is Brille Petit’s version of funny retellings of well-known stories in this collection of broken fairy tales that are sure to spark your child's imagination.
In this collection, readers get stories with whimsical names such as Cinderspectarella, Sleepless Beauty, and The Princess and the Frog Allergies.
No child is ever too young or old to enjoy reading. There is a book out there for everyone, from straightforward board books for newborns to gripping chapter books your older kids won't be able to put down. There is sure to be something your young reader will like, and we hope something from our list catches your interest or, better yet, that of your little ones!
