Top 20+ Books for Kids this Christmas 2025

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In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, children's author Valerie Fentress shares a curated list of over 20 books suitable for gifting during the holiday season.  Valerie emphasizes the importance of choosing books that nurture children's hearts and souls, providing insights into each book's themes and messages. Additionally, she highlights several devotionals for families to explore together during the holidays.

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Takeaways

Valerie introduces the podcast and the theme of holiday book recommendations.
She emphasizes the importance of gifting books to children during the holiday season.
Books for ages birth to three focus on foundational values and God's love.
Picture books for ages four to eight encourage kindness and understanding of God's teachings.
Early chapter books help young readers navigate choices and adventures.
Middle grade books offer engaging stories with redemptive messages.
Young adult books tackle themes of identity, trust, and faith in a relatable way.
Devotionals for families provide opportunities for spiritual growth and discussion.
Valerie encourages listeners to explore a variety of genres and themes in children's literature.
The episode concludes with gratitude to publishers for providing books for review.

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