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Christmas Wishes for Kids

Christmas through a child's eyes is pure magic — early mornings, rustling wrapping paper and very important questions about reindeer. These wishes are written for children: simple, joyful and full of wonder.

Merry Christmas, superstar! Santa told us you have been extra kind this year. May your day be full of surprises, sweets and happy squeals.

Ho ho ho! Merry Christmas to one of Santa's favourite kids. The reindeer are ready, the sleigh is packed and something special has your name on it.

Merry Christmas! May your day sparkle brighter than the star on top of the tree — and may your stocking be stuffed with wonderful things.

To a very special kid: may your Christmas be filled with new toys, yummy treats and so much playing that bedtime has to be negotiated.

Merry Christmas, little one. Thank you for the drawings, the giggles and the honest reviews of everyone's cooking. You make Christmas magical.

Santa's elves have been busy, the snow is falling and magic is in the air. Merry Christmas — this is your day to shine!

Wishing you a Christmas as amazing as you are: full of games, stories, hot chocolate with extra marshmallows and people who adore you.

Merry Christmas! Remember to leave out a snack for Santa and a carrot for the reindeer — they are working very hard tonight, just for kids like you.

You are on the nice list — we checked twice. Merry Christmas to a kind, clever and completely wonderful kid.

May your Christmas morning start early, your batteries be included and your joy last all year long. Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas to our favourite little elf. Your smile is the best decoration our home could ever have.

Rudolph says hello and Santa says Merry Christmas! Be good, dream big and enjoy every magical minute of your day.

Make it a card

Any of these wishes looks even better on a card with their name on it. Tap “Make a card with this” on any wish, or open the free Christmas card maker and choose your favourite design.

Frequently asked questions

Are these Christmas wishes for for kids free to use?

Yes. Every wish on this page was written for MerryHub and is free to copy and send — in a card, a message or a chat. No sign-up and no payment, ever.

Can I put one of these wishes on a Christmas card?

Yes. Tap "Make a card with this" on any wish and it lands in our free Christmas card maker, where you add the person's name, pick a design and download the finished card as a picture to share anywhere.

How many wishes are in this collection?

This collection has 12 original wishes. Across all 13 collections the library holds 156 wishes — for family, friends, your boss, coworkers, clients, teachers and kids, plus funny, short, romantic and religious collections and wishes in Spanish and Portuguese.