December is the perfect month to curl up with a good book. The shorter days, crisp air, and festive season set the scene for stories that are cozy, exciting, and full of holiday spirit. Whether your students or young readers enjoy adventures, humor, or tales inspired by cultural traditions, this list of December novels for middle school has something for everyone. Each one is a great pick for classroom discussion, book clubs, or just enjoying a quiet winter evening.
1. The Twelve Dares of Christa by Marissa Burt
2. Dreidels on the Brain by Joel Ben Izzy
3. Bah! Humbug! by Michael Rosen
4. The Golden Dreidel by Ellen Kushner
5. A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
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