Invite the excitement and magic of Christmas into your home this holiday season with our list of 150 Magical Christmas Quotes for Kids!
Christmas time is such a wonderful time of year! It’s full of gifts, family, delicious food, and beautiful decorations. But Christmas time is especially busy as well. Shopping for gifts and planning during the holiday season can easily distract everyone in our family from the real meaning of Christmas. That’s why I love to find ways to slow down and take some time to focus on the true meaning of Christmas.
One of our favorite family traditions during Christmas is reading inspirational Christmas quotes for kids. They are easy for everyone to understand and they quickly get us into the Christmas spirit! We love to read them and then talk about what they mean. It’s so special for me to hear my kid’s responses and see Christmas through their eyes!
I always love to add in some gratitude quotes as well to make sure we express gratitude at Christmas. If you missed our Thanksgiving quotes or gratitude quotes for kids, be sure to check them out so you can add some gratitude to your holiday season!
Favorite Christmas Quotes for Kids
- “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” – Buddy the Elf
- “There’s nothing cozier than a Christmas tree all lit up.” – Jenny Han
- “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” – Andy Williams
- “Christmas is not a date. It’s a state of mind.” – Mary Ellen Chase
- “All I want for Christmas is you!” – Mariah Carey
- “May you never be too grown up to search the skies on Christmas Eve.” – Unknown
- “Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!” – Sammy Cahn
- “Christmas isn’t just a day; it’s a frame of mind.” – Kris Kringle, “Miracle on 34th Street”
- “Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone.” – Charles M. Schulz
- “Believe in the magic of the season.” – Unknown
- “Christmas, my child, is love in action.” – Dale Evans
- “Christmas is a stocking stuffed with sugary goodness.” – Mo Rocca
- “Have yourself a merry little Christmas.” – Hugh Martin & Ralph Blane
- “Santa Claus is coming to town!” – Haven Gillespie
- “Jingle all the way!” – James Lord Pierpont
- “Seeing isn’t believing; believing is seeing.” – The Santa Clause
- “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas.” – Meredith Willson
- “Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!” – Clement Clarke Moore
- “Dear Santa, define ‘nice.'” – Unknown
- “Every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings.” – “It’s a Wonderful Life”
- “Frosty the Snowman was a jolly happy soul!” – Walter “Jack” Rollins
- “Sleigh my name, sleigh my name.” – Unknown
- “It’s not what’s under the tree that matters; it’s who’s gathered around it.” – Unknown
- “I’m dreaming of a white Christmas.” – Irving Berlin
- “Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly merry Christmas.” – Peg Bracken
- “The joy of brightening other lives becomes for us the magic of the holidays.” – W.C. Jones
- “The Grinch thought of something he hadn’t before. Maybe Christmas, he thought…doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps…means a little bit more!” – Dr. Seuss
- “Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” – Norman Vincent Peale
- “Rudolph, with your nose so bright, won’t you guide my sleigh tonight?” – Robert L. May
- “I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” – Charles Dickens
- “Christmas is a day of meaning and traditions, a special day spent in the warm circle of family and friends.” – Margaret Thatcher
- “Snowflakes are winter’s butterflies.” – Unknown
- “If kisses were snowflakes, I’d send you a blizzard.” – Unknown
- “A snowball in the face is surely the perfect beginning to a lasting friendship.” – Markus Zusak
- “Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand, and for a talk beside the fire.” – Edith Sitwell
- “Holidays are joyful; there’s always something new. But every day’s a holiday when I’m near to you.” – The Carpenters
- “A hug is a great gift—one size fits all, and it’s easy to exchange.” – Unknown
- “May all your Christmases be white.” – Irving Berlin
- “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…” – Robert Wells & Mel Tormé
- “Christmas is forever, not for just one day. For loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away.” – Norman Wesley Brooks
- “Hot cocoa + fuzzy socks = a cozy Christmas.” – Unknown
- “Christmas isn’t just a season; it’s a feeling.” – Edna Ferber
- “No snowflake ever falls in the wrong place.” – Zen Proverb
- “Bake the world a better place this Christmas.” – Unknown
- “Tis the season to sparkle!” – Unknown
- “Like snowflakes, my Christmas memories gather and dance—each beautiful, unique, and too soon gone.” – Deborah Whipp
- “A good conscience is a continual Christmas.” – Benjamin Franklin
- “The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree is the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other.” – Burton Hillis
- “May your days be merry and bright!” – Irving Berlin
- “Remember, if Christmas isn’t found in your heart, you won’t find it under a tree.” – Charlotte Carpenter
- “Peace on Earth will come to stay when we live Christmas every day.” – Helen Steiner Rice
- “Good tidings we bring to you and your kin!” – Traditional Carol
- “Oh, Christmas isn’t just a day, it’s a frame of mind.” – Valentine Davies
- “When we recall Christmas past, we usually find that the simplest things gave off the greatest glow of happiness.” – Bob Hope
- “It’s not the presents that make Christmas so special; it’s the presence of those you love.” – Unknown
- “Deck the halls with boughs of holly!” – Traditional Carol
- “Christmas is the season for kindling the fire of hospitality.” – Washington Irving
- “Cookies and milk left for Santa never tasted so good.” – Unknown
- “Christmas will always be as long as we stand heart to heart and hand in hand.” – Dr. Seuss
- “The world changes when it snows.” – Lorelai Gilmore, “Gilmore Girls”
- “The magic of Christmas is not in the presents but in His presence.” – Unknown
- “Happiness is watching the snow while cuddled up in a blanket.” – Unknown
- “You’re never too old for Christmas pajamas.” – Unknown
- “At Christmas, all roads lead home.” – Marjorie Holmes
- “Christmas is the day that holds all time together.” – Alexander Smith
- “The smell of pine needles, spruce, and the smell of a Christmas tree—those to me, are the scents of the holidays.” – Blake Lively
- “Keep calm and jingle on.” – Unknown
- “Christmas is a tonic for our souls.” – Philip Stopford
- “The best Christmas trees come very close to exceeding nature.” – Andy Rooney
- “The best Christmas gift is to realize how much you already have.” – Unknown
- “Faith makes all things possible, Hope makes all things work, Love makes all things beautiful. May you have all three this Christmas.” – Unknown
- “Love came down at Christmas; love all lovely, love divine; love was born at Christmas; stars and angels gave the sign.” – Christina Rossetti
- “Nothing ever seems too bad, too hard, or too sad when you’ve got a Christmas tree in the living room.” – Nora Roberts
- “May your walls know joy, may every room hold laughter, and every window open to great possibility.” – Mary Anne Radmacher
- “The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree is the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other.” – Bill Vaughan
- “The only blind person at Christmastime is he who has not Christmas in his heart.” – Helen Keller
- “My idea of Christmas, whether old-fashioned or modern, is very simple: loving others.” – Bob Hope
- “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is to sing loud for all to hear.” – Will Ferrell
- “The joy of brightening other lives becomes for us the magic of the holidays.” – W.C. Jones
- “I wish we could put up some of the Christmas spirit in jars and open a jar of it every month.” – Harlan Miller
- “Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store; maybe Christmas means a little bit more.” – Dr. Seuss
- “A Christmas miracle is when your family doesn’t get into a single argument all day.” – Unknown
- “Bless us, oh Lord, this Christmas, with a giving spirit, quietness of mind and serenity in our hearts.” – Unknown
- “Christmas is not just a time for festivity and merry making. It is more than that. It is a time for the contemplation of eternal things.” – Billy Graham
- “I heard the bells on Christmas Day; their old familiar carols play; and wild and sweet the words repeat of peace on earth, good-will to men!” – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
- “One of the most glorious messes in the world is the mess created in the living room on Christmas day.” – Andy Rooney
- “Christmas, children, is not a date. It is a state of mind.” – Mary Ellen Chase
- “Love is what’s in the room with you at Christmas if you stop opening presents and listen.” – Unknown
- “Christmas is a season not only of rejoicing but of reflection.” – Winston S. Churchill
- “It’s not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving.” – Mother Teresa
- “Like snowflakes, my Christmas memories gather and dance—each beautiful, unique, and gone too soon.” – Deborah Whipp
- “Christmas is a season for kindling the fire for hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart.” – Washington Irving
- “God bless us, every one!” – Tiny Tim, “A Christmas Carol”
- “He who has not Christmas in his heart will never find it under a tree.” – Roy L. Smith
- “The true Christmas spirit is putting others’ happiness before our own, and finding you’ve never known such happiness.” – Toni Sorenson
- “Don’t get your tinsel in a tangle.” – Unknown
- “Snowflakes are kisses from heaven.” – Unknown
- “It’s all fun and games until Santa checks the naughty list.” – Unknown
- “The best way to spread holiday cheer is to laugh out loud for all to hear!” – Unknown
- The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” – Buddy the Elf
- “There’s nothing cozier than a Christmas tree all lit up.” – Jenny Han
- “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” – Andy Williams
- “Christmas is not a date. It’s a state of mind.” – Mary Ellen Chase
- “All I want for Christmas is you!” – Mariah Carey
- “May you never be too grown up to search the skies on Christmas Eve.” – Unknown
- “Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!” – Sammy Cahn
- “Christmas isn’t just a day; it’s a frame of mind.” – Kris Kringle, “Miracle on 34th Street”
- “Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone.” – Charles M. Schulz
- “Believe in the magic of the season.” – Unknown
- “Christmas, my child, is love in action.” – Dale Evans
- “Christmas is a stocking stuffed with sugary goodness.” – Mo Rocca
- “Have yourself a merry little Christmas.” – Hugh Martin & Ralph Blane
- “Santa Claus is coming to town!” – Haven Gillespie
- “Jingle all the way!” – James Lord Pierpont
- “Seeing isn’t believing; believing is seeing.” – The Santa Clause
- “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas.” – Meredith Willson
- “Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!” – Clement Clarke Moore
- “Dear Santa, define ‘nice.'” – Unknown
- “Every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings.” – “It’s a Wonderful Life”
- “Frosty the Snowman was a jolly happy soul!” – Walter “Jack” Rollins
- “Sleigh my name, sleigh my name.” – Unknown
- “It’s not what’s under the tree that matters; it’s who’s gathered around it.” – Unknown
- “I’m dreaming of a white Christmas.” – Irving Berlin
- “Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly merry Christmas.” – Peg Bracken
- “The joy of brightening other lives becomes for us the magic of the holidays.” – W.C. Jones
- “The Grinch thought of something he hadn’t before. Maybe Christmas, he thought…doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps…means a little bit more!” – Dr. Seuss
- “Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” – Norman Vincent Peale
- “Rudolph, with your nose so bright, won’t you guide my sleigh tonight?” – Robert L. May
- “I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” – Charles Dickens
- “Christmas is a day of meaning and traditions, a special day spent in the warm circle of family and friends.” – Margaret Thatcher
- “Snowflakes are winter’s butterflies.” – Unknown
- “If kisses were snowflakes, I’d send you a blizzard.” – Unknown
- “A snowball in the face is surely the perfect beginning to a lasting friendship.” – Markus Zusak
- “Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand, and for a talk beside the fire.” – Edith Sitwell
- “Holidays are joyful; there’s always something new. But every day’s a holiday when I’m near to you.” – The Carpenters
- “A hug is a great gift—one size fits all, and it’s easy to exchange.” – Unknown
- “May all your Christmases be white.” – Irving Berlin
- “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire…” – Robert Wells & Mel Tormé
- “Christmas is forever, not for just one day. For loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away.” – Norman Wesley Brooks
- “Hot cocoa + fuzzy socks = a cozy Christmas.” – Unknown
- “Christmas isn’t just a season; it’s a feeling.” – Edna Ferber
- “No snowflake ever falls in the wrong place.” – Zen Proverb
- “Bake the world a better place this Christmas.” – Unknown
- “‘Tis the season to sparkle!” – Unknown
- “A good conscience is a continual Christmas.” – Benjamin Franklin
- “The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree is the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other.” – Burton Hillis
- “May your days be merry and bright!” – Irving Berlin
- “Remember, if Christmas isn’t found in your heart, you won’t find it under a tree.” – Charlotte Carpenter
There you have it! 150 magical Christmas quotes for kids that are as sweet as your Grandma’s homemade cookies!
Looking for more magical moments? Try these fun Christmas games to play with the kids!
Ready for More Christmas Games Or Printables? Try these!
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- Christmas Would You Rather
- Christmas Movie Trivia
- Christmas Trivia for Kids
- Christmas Scavenger Hunt
- Christmas Light Scavenger Hunt
- Christmas This or That
- Saran Wrap Christmas Game
- Christmas Bingo
- Christmas Pictionary
- Christmas Scattergories
- Christmas Word Scramble
- Christmas Word Search
- Christmas Charades
- Who Am I? Christmas
- Christmas I Spy Printable
- Christmas Tic Tac Toe
- Fun Christmas Games for Kids
- Elf on the Shelf Jokes
- Elf Memes
- Elf on the Shelf Names
- Santa Jokes
- Christmas Tags
- Christmas Gift Card Holders
- Christmas Song Charades
- Christmas Thank You Cards
- Christmas Planner
- DIY Christmas Place Cards
- 12 Romantic Days of Christmas Coupons
- Grinch Word Search
- Best Christmas Lunch Box Jokes
- Christmas Tree Puns
- Christmas Knock Knock Jokes
- Christmas Jokes
- Christmas Journal Prompts
- Elf on the Shelf Arrival Letter
- Elf Trivia Questions
Michele Tripple is a renowned author and expert in the fields of parenting, relationships, and personal development. With her degree in marriage and family studies, her experience as a Family Life Educator, and over a decade of experience as a professional writer, Michele has authored books that provide practical advice and insights into improving family dynamics and personal growth. Her work is celebrated for its blend of research-driven information and relatable, real-world applications. Michele has been a keynote speaker at conferences and has contributed to numerous publications and media outlets, solidifying her reputation as an authoritative voice in her field and helping families build relationships.