His likeness -- which is a mix of human and ogre -- first appeared in the book, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, which later became a popular holiday television special by the same name.

Funny Media: Holiday movies and books such as How the Grinch Stole Christmas or "Fred Claus" are especially popular, but any fun comedy material is appropriate.

For example, some families may want to create scenes straight out of a favorite book or movie, like The Polar Express or How the Grinch Stole Christmas.

Based on the book by Dr. Seuss, the classic movie scene involves the Grinch coming to his good sense and giving Christmas back to all of the Whos.

"You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch" has been a classic for many years, while "Grandma Got Ran Over by a Reindeer" has just recently become popular - the movie based upon the song can be seen on Cartoon Network each Christmas.

Whether you love the Grinch or 'Twas the Night before Christmas, you can visit your local library to borrow some of these holiday stories for free.

SpiritHalloween.com features an adorably horrible, green fur Grinch costume for dogs complete with the grump's classic red and white jacket and Santa hat.

Finally, one of the easiest ways to look like the Grinch at Christmas is to purchase an abominable snowman costume, paint or dye it green, and then throw on a red jacket, a big belt and a classic Santa hat, and you are good to go.

You will most likely have better luck closer to the holidays when merchandisers will be retailing more items relating to Christmas characters such as the Grinch.

Dr. Seuss - Not only is the Grinch a holiday favorite, but don't forget about other Dr. Seuss cartoon characters like those from one of his most overlooked books One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish.

Crazy for Bargains: Look for Bill Blass, bear pajamas, and the Grinch green striped pajamas for babies and toddler boys at this site.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss is a fun story to read and to hear.

It's not the holiday season without a viewing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas.

You can also add a maraschino cherry to represent the Grinch's heart if you like.

You'll even find a tie featuring the Grinch.

Houses that were once decorated with fresh greens and twinkle lights are now adorned with inflatable Santas and The Grinch Who Stole Christmas.

And you thought the Grinch was a mean one!

Bring a wry smile to the lips of every parade attendee with this clever take on the classic Dr. Seuss tale, How the Grinch Stole Christmas.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas costumes are ideal for individuals looking to break away from traditional Santa suits.

You're sure to steal the spotlight showing up to a holiday party wearing a How the Grinch Stole Christmas costume.

Now you too can morph into a grumpy Grinch during the holiday season.

However, the reaction you'll get from family and friends will make dressing up as the Grinch worth all the effort.

Bring Dr. Seuss' classic Christmas character to life by donning a Grinch costume.

If you are a bit of a humbug during the holiday season, then dressing up in a Grinch costume should be like easing into your own skin.

Fortunately, due to the character's popularity, Christmas Grinch costumes are fairly easy to find.

Most specialty costume shops carry Grinch getups during the holiday season, from September through Christmas.

Still, the best place to shop for Christmas Grinch costumes is online.

In addition to selling Christmas Grinch costumes for men and women, some online retailers feature Grinch getups for dogs.

The Grinch sports a green, furry body, so you need to affix the fur to a bodysuit or green sweatsuit to make the base of the costume.

Make-up: The Grinch has a signature green face.

Hair: Use shredded green felt or Fiberfill polyester stuffing to form the plume of hair that sticks straight up from the top of the Grinch's head.

Eyes: On the big screen, the Grinch has yellow catlike eyes.

Many young and old recall the story of how the Grinch took the holiday spirit away from the town of Whos.

"How the Grinch Stole Christmas" or "The Night Before Christmas" are two good options to consider.

If Dr. Seuss were alive today, do you think he'd own a pair of Grinch pajamas?

Chances are that Dr. Seuss, aka Ted Geisel, would have proudly worn some comfy loungewear if it displayed a likeness of the Grinch.

The truth is, while character pajamas are extremely popular, sleepwear embellished with the Grinch's likeness is a little more difficult to find.

The Grinch is a fictional character created in the 1950s by world-renowned children's author Dr. Seuss.

The Grinch has a very unpleasant personality.

Several more holiday specials were born from this original flick, including Halloween is Grinch Night and The Grinch Grinches the Cat in the Hat.

Character pajamas in general are pretty popular for children and adults alike, and the Grinch should be no exception -- but it is.

However, with a little ingenuity and creativity, you can turn an ordinary piece of Grinch clothing into sleepwear.

Not only women love Grinch pajamas -- real men wear them too!

Maybe it's because the Grinch is a character they remember from their childhood or because it's one with whom they can relate.

Cotton boxers: While not necessarily labeled as Grinch pajamas, almost all guys sleep in their underwear, so why not wear some boxers?

Hatful of Seuss has several styles of Grinch boxers including some with his dog, Max, on them.

During the colder weather months, you may be able to find flannel boxers with the Grinch's likeness on them.

Men's t-shirts: Grinch t-shirts are easy to find.

Fun to Collect has a great shirt that reads, "You're a Sly One Mr. Grinch."

Women's sleep shirts: Clothing Buzz has a baseball-style, long-sleeved Grinch sleep shirt available.

Toddler Grinch Pajamas: Green striped toddler jammies.

Bath robes: The Pajama Company sells a cozy Grinch bath robe for women.

Slippers: Match your bath robe with a pair of these comfy Grinch slippers.

Stuff-tique has a great pair of Grinch house shoes.

OK, so it isn't that easy to find Grinch pajamas -- but you can always find Grinch fabric to make your own jammies.

Again, eBay may be one of your best bets to find a variety of material (and the amount) needed to make some Grinch pajamas.

Summertime is probably not the time of year to be looking for Grinch pajamas.