Christian Christmas gifts for children

If you'd like a Christmas present to say something about what Christmas means, here are a few kinds of gift that work well for different ages. These are ideas to compare rather than products we've tested, so check the reviews and age guidance for each one before you buy.

For toddlers and preschoolers

A child-safe nativity set they're allowed to play with is one of the best ways to tell the story. Little ones can move Mary, Joseph and the shepherds around while you tell it, and a set that's meant to be handled won't need to be kept on a high shelf.

For children learning to read

A picture book that tells the Christmas story, or a storybook Bible, can become part of bedtime well beyond December. If you're giving a Bible as a keepsake, write a short message and the date inside the cover.

For the whole family

Advent books and candles give you a small daily habit through December. Our free 24-day Advent colouring calendar goes well with either one: one sheet a day, with a Bible reading and a question to talk about.

A gift that costs nothing

Print a story pack, staple it down one side and add a new box of crayons. A homemade colouring book of the nativity story makes a lovely stocking filler, and every page on this site is free to print at home.