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Cozy up with a good book this winter season! From classic tales to heartwarming stories with Christian themes, these recommended family read-alouds are sure to enrich the minds and souls of children and adults alike. Create unforgettable memories as you read together during the chilly months—around a fireplace, if you’re lucky.
And they’re not just for families. Last winter, I gathered friends to enjoy soup and homemade bread while we took turns reading chapters of Narnia aloud. It’s a beloved new tradition that we’ll pick up again this year.
So whether you’re gathering family or friends, these books will make the perfect read-aloud.
The Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan
Pair storytime with intentional discipleship by reading John Bunyan’s classic Christian tale together. It will strengthen believers to trust in Christ through all the twists, turns, and temptations of life, pressing forward to the hope of seeing him in the Celestial City. For the original story (lightly modernised), check out Crossway’s edition. There are also several versions of the story retold and illustrated for children, including Little Pilgrim’s Progress and Little Pilgrim’s Big Journey.
The Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis
If you haven’t read the Narnia series to your children yet, you need to! It has been beloved, especially by Christians, since the first book was published more than 70 years ago. As children step through the wardrobe into the magical land of Narnia, they’ll be better equipped to love and follow Jesus in their everyday lives. You can buy Narnia either as a box set or a single-volume edition.
The Wingfeather Saga by Andrew Peterson
This family-focused fantasy series will captivate children—and adults!—with the adventures of the Igibys. The author is a Christian, and he weaves into his stories biblical themes like redemption, sacrifice, love, and courage.
The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald
The classic story of Princess Irene has delighted children for more than 150 years, and it was a formative influence on both C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien as they weaved fantasy worlds. If you end up loving this book, follow it up with the sequel, The Princess and Curdie.
For more ideas, browse our full collection of winter read-alouds.