Tis the season: 6 heartfelt and touching tales

It’s that time of the holidays when we reflect on the season and year that has passed. Storytelling acts as a gateway to the magic and beauty of the world, allowing us to be inspired and touched by the experiences of the characters’ stories.

These six heartfelt books will end the year on a positive note and to feel hopeful for the year ahead.

The First Christmas by Jess Rackyleft 

Children’s book lover, drawer and author Jess Rackyleft combines this beautifully-told story with inspiring images to match. Full of hope for the future and joy of family, this classic picture book perfectly captures the wonder of the nativity and celebrates the Christmas spirit of giving and togetherness.

What Do You Wish For? by Anna Walker and Jane Goodwin

All the children in the street are writing down a special Christmas wish, but what is Ruby’s wish? From this much-loved creative partnership comes a sparkling and beautiful story, full of the wonder of Christmas, the magic of wishing, and the timeless dreams of a child.

I’m Ready for Christmas by Jedda Robaard

This festive edition to the I’m Ready series captures the magic of the festive season and summer holidays in Australia.  Jedda’s adorable illustrations and themes s are ironically Australian – from the plants, food Christmas crackers, to hats – and are sure to win over parents children alike with Jedda’s

The Jolly Christmas Postman by Janet and Allan Ahlberg 

With Janet’s illustrations and Allan’s storytelling, the Jolly Postman brings a batch of wonderful letters, including notes from the Big Bad Wol and all the King’s Men. Everyone’s favourite postman keeps on peddling his bicycle up hill and down dale . . . and into everybody’s heart.

Peter Rabbit Tales: A Christmas Wish by Beatrix Potter 

A Christmas-spin based around the world of Peter Rabbit and his friends. It’s Christmas Eve and Peter Rabbit and his sisters are excited, but Peter is worried too. They have all wished for a special present but Peter can’t sleep, and he knows Father Christmas won’t visit if he’s still awake. Will his Christmas wish ever come true? The story mirrors important early experiences and emotions of young children through the eyes of Beatrix Potter’s most well-loved characters coupled with Eleanor Taylor’s charming illustrations.

The Christmas Tale of Peter Rabbit by Emma Thompson 

Brilliantly told by Emma Thompson with charming illustrations by Eleanor Taylor, Peter Rabbit is back with a hilarious cast of characters. This time our story is set in Beatrix Potter’s beloved Lake District. Emma Thompson continues the adventures of Peter Rabbit in this super new Christmas tale featuring Peter, his comical little cousin Benjamin Bunny, and a certain feathered friend called William.