Junior Book Advent Calendars & Book Collections
What better way to introduce young children to the world of reading books than with a book advent calendar? These book collections in disguise present 24 themed mini books in a presentation case that can often be reused for years to come.
Most of these calendars feature compact paperback storybooks or robust board books for the littlest hands. The best book advent calendars feature festive tales, perfect for sharing with your little ones.
These advent calendar book collections are great value options to expand your child’s library, all themed around their favourite cartoons, princes and princesses. It’s a lovely way to countdown to Christmas and get them excited for Santa’s imminent arrival.
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Hey Duggee Advent Calendar Book Collection
RRP: £19.99 | | 24 doors / windows | Shop now°
Best for: A must for fans of the Squirrels and Duggee of course. Woof! Ideal for reading ages up to 3.
Say hey to Duggee and the Squirrels in this book-based advent calendar. Behind each of the 24 doors is a mini book with a fresh new tale featuring the characters from the hit BBC Cbeebies show.
Each book covers a new badge, from the Jam badge through to the Snowman badge and, of course, the Tinsel badge.
Better still, the books can be popped back into the calendar box, making this reusable over several years. Once your child has outgrown it, you can then regift it to another young family who loves Duggee just as much.
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Disney 100 Storybook Collection Advent Calendar
RRP: £21.99 | | 24 doors / windows | Shop now°
Best for: Perfect for mini fans who love classic Disney tales
Designed for reading ages between 4 and 6 years old, this Disney book advent calendar reveals a new story each day in the countdown to Christmas.
The mini books are contained within a larger book-style box, which can be reused over several years. It can then be regifted once your finished with it, giving the joy of Disney magic to another family.
The tales included are winter and Christmas themed stories including 101 Dalmatians, Monsters, Inc. and Winnie the Pooh. There’s also festive tales starring characters from Encanto, Toy Story, Lightyear, and more.
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Peppa Pig Advent Calendar Book Collection
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Best for: Peppa lovers. The stories are ideal for kids to read with their parents or grandparents.
Ideal for reading ages of 2-3 years old, this book-based advent calendar is ideal for the children that binge-watch Peppa Pig.
This box set contains 24 mini-books, with titles including Hide and Seek, Daddy Pig’s Birthday, School Play, Bedtime Stories, New Shoes. While most of the books are regular tales, it’s nice to see Peppa’s Perfect Christmas festive tale incluided on Christmas Eve – a great bedtime story before Santa arrives.
This reusable advent calendar can be hidden away until next year, so it can become an annual tradition. Once your child has outgrown it, it can be regifted to another Peppa Pig addict, providing more years of excitement.
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Disney: My First Stories Storybook Advent Calendar
RRP: £21.99 | | 24 doors / windows | Shop now°
Best for: Perfect for reading to babies and infants, and perfect for children learning to read.
Get ready to embark on a magical journey to the most enchanted place on Earth with the Disney: My First Stories Advent Calendar. This festive season, let your little ones unwrap the wonder of Disney and Pixar, one captivating story at a time.
With 24 delightful tales tucked behind each door, this calendar is the ultimate treat for budding readers and Disney enthusiasts. Simple yet engaging text and colourful artwork bring beloved characters to life, ensuring that young imaginations are captivated with every turn of the page.
But here’s the real magic: it’s a gift that keeps on giving! This advent calendar is the sweetest alternative to a traditional chocolate countdown, offering timeless tales that can be cherished and revisited year after year. Create a cherished tradition as you dive into stories, with a mix of winter themed and regular stories with characters including Winnie the Pooh, Chip and Dale, and Minnie Mouse.
Bluey Awesome Advent Book Bundle Advent Calendar
RRP: £25.00 | | 24 doors / windows | Shop now°
Best for: True Bluey fans who love this adorable pup.
Bluey, everyone’s favourite Blue Heeler puppy, stars in this book-based advent calendar designed for children with a reading age of between 3 and 7 years. This popular calendar is a great way for parents and children to read together, as Bandit, Bentley, Bingo, Buddy, Busker, and, of course, Bluey embark in different tales.
While it would have been nice to see festive tales included in this box set (such as stories about Christmas, the snow, presents, etc), their absence means this box set can be read throughout the year, making it a great Christmas present in its own right.
Besides story books, there’s also colouring books included within the 24 books, so children can enjoy creative time with their favourite characters.
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