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Jay’s Magical Christmas • 2026

Make Reading Part of the Magic This Christmas

This Christmas, every story brings a little more magic. Join families for 20 days of reading, holiday adventures, and a special Christmas celebration on December 20.

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About Jay’s Magical Christmas

A Little Reading. A Lot of Christmas Magic.

Jay’s Magical Christmas is a seasonal literacy initiative bringing children, families, and communities together through stories, imagination, and shared holiday traditions. From reading together at home to festive storytimes and a special Christmas celebration, we’re creating opportunities to make reading part of the magic of the season.

  1. Read Together20-Day Reading ChallengeNov. 30 – Dec. 19
  2. Share the MagicHoliday ReadingsThroughout the season
  3. Celebrate TogetherFamily Christmas ExperienceDecember 20
Chapter One · The Reading Adventure

Make Reading a Holiday Tradition

November 30 – December 19, 2026

For 20 days, families are invited to read together—one story, one day, and one shared moment at a time. Read aloud, take turns, or revisit a favorite. There’s no required reading list, just more reasons to enjoy stories together this Christmas.

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Free to join. Read together November 30–December 19, then celebrate the magic on December 20.

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20 Days of ReadingNov 30 – Dec 19
Color a star each day you read

Dec. 20 · We celebrate together

Chapter Two · Community Storytimes

Bring Christmas Stories to Your Community

Holiday Readings bring festive storytime experiences to schools, libraries, bookstores, and community spaces throughout November and December—sharing Jay’s Magical Christmas Truck Adventure through storytelling, conversation, and a little Christmas magic.

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For families

Share a festive storytime with your young reader, and invite your school, library, or bookstore to host one.

For schools, libraries & organizations

Host a Holiday Reading in a classroom, library, bookstore, or holiday event, with formats for cozy groups or larger gatherings.

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The Family Christmas Experience

The Magic Comes Together

Sunday, December 20, 2026

After 20 days of reading, the magic continues with a special Christmas experience bringing families together to celebrate stories, imagination, and the joy of the season.

Explore the Experience

Time and location coming soon.

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The Story Behind the Magic

Meet Jay and His Magical Red Truck

It all begins with a Christmas gift from Grandma: a shiny red toy truck that might be more magical than Jay ever imagined.

When the truck comes to life, Jay sets off on a Christmas adventure filled with snowy streets, twinkling lights, and unforgettable moments. Jay’s Magical Christmas Truck Adventure is a story about imagination, kindness, family, and the wonder of Christmas.

It’s the story that inspires the world of Jay’s Magical Christmas—and an invitation for families to discover the magic of reading together.

Paperback · 34 pages · Ages 3–10 · $16.99

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Jay's Magical Christmas Shop

Bring the Magic Home

From cozy Christmas apparel to special keepsakes, take a little piece of Jay’s Magical Christmas home with you.

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Kids Apparel

Jay’s Magical Christmas Kids Tee

Available Nov. 1

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Adult Apparel

Jay’s Magical Christmas Sweatshirt

Available Nov. 1

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Holiday Gift

Jay’s Magical Christmas Mug

Available Nov. 1

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First-Year Keepsake

Jay’s Magical Christmas 2026 Ornament

Available Nov. 1

Product images are previews. Final designs will be revealed when the shop opens.

The Magic Arrives November 1

Apparel, gifts, and keepsakes will be available here when the shop opens.

Partnerships

The Magic Is Made Together

Join us in bringing holiday reading, festive storytimes, and a special December 20 celebration to more children and families.

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    Sponsor the Reading Challenge

    Support 20 days of holiday reading through sponsorships, books, or reading incentives.

  2. Jay reading aloud to a group of children in a snowy village
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    Host Holiday Readings

    Bring a festive storytime to your school, business, library, or community space.

  3. Jay waving from his magical red truck in the snow
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    Spread the Magic

    Help more families discover and participate in Jay’s Magical Christmas.

  4. Jay with his toy truck beside a Christmas train display
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    Support the Celebration

    Sponsor gifts, activities, and family experiences for our December 20 celebration.

Help Bring the Magic to More Families

We’re looking for sponsors and community partners to help make Jay’s Magical Christmas 2026 possible.

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Meet the Author

Jameson Dixon Jr.

Jameson Dixon Jr. is a Chicago-area children’s author who believes stories can spark imagination, bring families together, and create lasting holiday memories.

Inspired by the magic of Christmas and the wonder children find in everyday moments, he created Jay’s Magical Christmas Truck Adventure to bring a little more magic to family reading traditions.

Media & Appearances

Available for interviews, holiday storytimes, school visits, and community events.

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Join the Magic

The Magic Starts With a Story

20 days of reading, imagination, and Christmas fun—leading up to our December 20 celebration.

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