This post is all about reindeer books for kids.

Reindeer Books for Kids

Whether you are looking for a sweet book to read before bedtime or a festive story to read to your class, this list of reindeer books for kids will surely help you out!

These reindeer books are such fun reads. Enjoy these reindeer read-alouds this holiday season.

While you are here, don’t forget to check out our list of Christmas Read Alouds for 2nd Grade!

1. Olive, the Other Reindeer

by Vivian Walsh

Technically, Olive isn’t a reindeer – she’s a dog. But this book absolutely belongs on this list! Olive the dog believes she is a reindeer and heads to the North Pole to help. Santa Claus may need Olive’s help after all.

2. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

by Rick Bunsen

This classic from Little Golden Book is a must-have book to add to your library. Young readers will love this well-known story.

3. Dasher

by Matt Tavares

Dasher is a spirited reindeer who lives in a traveling circus. Wishing for a different kind of life, Dasher sets off on a journey. Dasher meets a man named Santa. Will Santa be able to offer Dasher the kind of life she has always wanted?

4. The Littlest Reindeer

by Brandi Dougherty

Perfect for young children, The Littlest Reindeer is a cute story about a small reindeer named Dot who just can’t seem to fly. Perhaps Dot will be able to help Santa in other ways on Christmas Eve.

5. The Wild Christmas Reindeer

by Jan Brett

The Wild Christmas Reindeer by Jan Brett is a holiday classic. Young Teeka has the important job of training the reindeer to fly Santa’s sleigh. This is a great read for children of all ages.

6. Never Let A Unicorn Meet A Reindeer!

by Diane Alber

A little girl wants a reindeer for her birthday. After she asks Santa for this early birthday gift, chaos ensues when the reindeer meets her pet unicorn.

7. Santa’s Lost Reindeer

by Rachel Hilz

Santa’s Lost Reindeer is a festive book complete with rhyming and fun illustrations. Join Santa on his adventure to find his lost reindeer. Will Santa be able to find his reindeer in time?

8. The Grumpy Reindeer

by Clare Wilson

Ronnie the Reindeer prefers peace and quiet. However, Santa really needs his help! Will Ronnie be able to convince his friends to help out?

9. How to Catch a Reindeer

by Alice Walstead

An exciting Christmas Eve adventure awaits you in this book. One Christmas Eve, Comet decides to explore on her own. The children must try to catch her. This book has engaging rhymes and fun illustrations.

10. Ten Little Reindeer

by Jonny Lambert

This lift-the-flap board book is wonderful for babies and toddlers. Little ones will love lifting the flap as they follow the unexpected adventures of the bust reindeer. A perfect storytime book to enjoy with your little readers.

11. The Pug Who Wanted to Be a Reindeer

by Bella Swift

Peggy, an adorable pug, tries to bring the Christmas spirit back to her family. To try and bring back the Christmas spirit, Peggy wants to be a reindeer. She ends up creating quite a few messes along the way. Will Peggy’s family get their Christmas spirit back?

12. Reindeer (A Day in the Life: Polar Animals)

by Katie Marsico

This informational book is a great book to teach children about reindeer. With photographs, a glossary, and interesting reindeer facts throughout this book, this book is a great resource. A great addition to keep in your library.

13. Reindeer Dance

by Christianne C. Jones

Need to get your children up and grooving to get into the holiday season? If so, then Reindeer Dance is the perfect book for that. Everyone will be inspired to dance with this fun story.

14. Tiny Reindeer

by Chris Naylor-Ballesteros

It is time for Santa’s reindeer to get ready for Christmas, but Tiny Reindeer feels left out because of his size. Tiny finds a letter from a girl wishing for a tiny reindeer. Join Tiny on his adventure to not only bring joy but embrace differences.

15. Magic Reindeer: A Christmas Wish

by Sue Bentley

This is a great chapter book for the holiday season. The chapters are short and perfect for a read-aloud. In this story, Marie a young girl from Poland, moves to a new school and hopes to make a friend. Luckily, she meets Starshine, a cute reindeer.

16. Reindeer Wish

by Lori Evert

When Anja finds and raises an abandoned reindeer, a strong bond develops between the two. After many adventures together, the reindeer eventually wishes to be with his own kind. With Anja’s guidance, will the reindeer join Santa’s special team of reindeer?

17. This Little Reindeer

by Aly Fronis

This sweet story is a twist on the popular nursery rhyme, “This Little Pig.” The busy little reindeer must get ready for Christmas in this charming book.

18. Reindeer Christmas

by Mark Kimball Moulton

After two young children and their grandmother find a weak deer, they decide to care for it. They nurse the deer back to health. Little do they know.. a surprise is waiting for them on Christmas morning.

19. Where, Oh Where, Is Santa Claus?

by Lisa Wheeler

Something unusual happens on Christmas Eve – Santa has gone missing! Luckily, Santa’s reindeer friends are eager to solve the mystery and save the day.

20. Never Ever Race a Reindeer

by Adam Wallace & Mary Nhin

Never Ever Race a Reindeer is a hilarious story that your children will love to read together. Who would have thought that reindeer would be super competitive?

21. Rudolph Shines Again

by Robert L. May

In this sequel to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Rudolph finds that his red nose is no longer glowing. Rudolph goes on an adventure to help others, emerging as our favorite Christmas hero once again. A classic story with beautiful illustrations.

22. The Little Reindeer

by Nicola Killen

Join a little girl on a magical adventure that she will never forget. After meeting a lost reindeer in the forest, the girl and her new reindeer friend go on an adventure full of magic and wonder.

23. The Great Reindeer Rebellion

by Lisa Tumbauer

Santa’s reindeer have gone on strike! Santa’s search to find replacements turns into a hilarious adventure that readers will love.

24. Imogene’s Antlers

by David Small

Imogene has quite the dilemma – she has woken up with antlers! Imogene, the cook, and the maid found some unique ways to use those antlers. The next morning, the antlers are gone… but there is a surprise for the whole family!

25. I’m a Reindeer

by Mallory Loehr

This informational book about reindeer has adorable illustrations that will keep your child engaged. A great book to learn more about these animals.

26. How the Reindeer Got Their Antlers

by Geraldine McCaughrean

In this folktale, every animal made receives a crown of their own. The reindeer are very embarrassed by their crown so they decide to run away and hide in the north. After a long time, a special person in red asks for help. Will the reindeer help even though they dislike their crown?