Here are the best books to match your child's interests this Christmas

Published on: 07 December 2017 Author: Sophie Offord

Could you find some time to read this Christmas? There's a book out there for every child, no matter what their favourite pastime or latest adored thing.

Like the idea of getting your child a book, but struggle with what to choose? You've come to the perfect place!

We know from recent research that 74 per cent of kids say they would probably read if they got a book about their hobby. That's fantastic – since reading doesn't only increase a child's life chances, but it's also fun, relaxing and a great way to chat about the day!

So if you're looking for present ideas, here are a few books your little ones should happily devour in the holidays.

Make Time to Read in the holidays

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Lego

Try Rosie Revere, Engineer by Andrea Beaty and illustrated by David Roberts

Computer/video games

Try The Ali-A Adventures: Game On! by Ali-A and Cavan Scott, illustrated by Aleksandar Sotirovski

Animals

Try Crazy About Cats by Owen Davey

Sports

Try Llama United: The Team With An Impossible Dream by Scott Allen and illustrated by Sarah Horne

Baking

Try Bake Me a Festive Story by Nadiya Hussain

Toys (dolls/action figures)

Try Wed Wabbit by Lissa Evans

Science/space

Try Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World by Rachel Ignotofsky