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14 of the Most Delightful Easter Books for Children

14 of the Most Delightful Easter Books for Children

Easter is on its way and it’s always good to have a few classroom Easter books ready to read. Whether it’s about the Easter bunny or more spiritual we have some great Easter books for children below.

14 of the Most Delightful Easter Books for Children

Easter Books in the Classroom

Spring is a wonderful time of year. There is a positive feeling in the air as flowers start to bloom and leaves return to the trees. It is not too hot or too cold and I don’t even mind the rain. It also means Easter is on its way and it’s always a good idea to have a few books in the classroom ready to read. 

Whether it’s about the Easter bunny or more spiritual we have you covered. You find books about Easter eggs, baskets, dressing up and going to church, dinner with the family and of course chocolate! Some of these titles are classics and you can probably find them on the shelves of your school or local library.

Easter Books Suggestions

Chicken Sunday by Patricia Polacco

Chicken Sunday by Patricia Polacco

Three children earn money to buy an Easter hat for their grandma, Miss Eula, by doing odd jobs in Mr Kodinski shop. He blames the children when his shop is vandalised. The children have to prove their innocence while still collecting money for the hat. Promotes selflessness, forgiveness and kindness.
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Egg by Kevin Henkes

Egg by Kevin Henkes

Three eggs, one blue, pink and yellow, hatch to reveal three baby birds that fly away. The three chicks return to investigate why the green egg has not hatched, only to be faced with a big surprise!
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The Egg Tree by Katherine Milhous

The Egg Tree by Katherine Milhous

This retelling of the Easter story encourages children to understand the emotions of Jesus and those around him.
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The Golden Egg Book by Margaret Wise Brown

The Golden Egg Book by Margaret Wise Brown

A lonely bunny finds an egg. As he investigates, he hears something moving inside the egg. What could it be?
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The Good Egg by Jory John

The Good Egg by Jory John

A virtuous egg spends his time helping people out, whether it’s needed or wanted! One day The Good Egg cracks (literally) from the pressure of perfection. He takes a much needed break where he learns to live a more balanced life. Promotes acceptance, balance, wellbeing and self-management.
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Here Comes the Easter Cat by Deborah Underwood

Here Comes the Easter Cat by Deborah Underwood

When Cat decides to take over from the Easter Bunny he soon discovers delivering eggs is not as easy as he thought.
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Miz Fannie Mae's Fine New Easter Hat by Melissa Milich

Miz Fannie Mae's Fine New Easter Hat by Melissa Milich

Miz Fannie Mae proudly wears her new Easter hat, a gift from her daughter and husband, to church. Its decorations include four little eggs, which to everyone's surprise starting hatching during the service.
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The Odd Egg by Emily Gravett

The Odd Egg by Emily Gravett

All the birds had an egg, except Duck. He shows great compassion when he finds his own egg. The anticipation builds as the egg hatches. What will be inside? Promotes open-mindedness, compassion, responsibility and a sense of belonging.
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Ollies Magic Bunny by Nicola Killen

Ollies Magic Bunny by Nicola Killen

Ollie and her favourite stuffed bunny are waiting for the rain to stop. When they finally go outside to play, something terrible happens. Bunny hops out of the basket and runs away with some passing rabbits. Ollie sets out on a daring rescue and a trip to the clouds.
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P. Zonka Lays an Egg by Julie Paschkis

P. Zonka Lays an Egg by Julie Paschkis

P. Zonka differs from all the other hens. She explores the farmyard appreciating the world around her while they lay eggs. The other hens persuade her to lay an egg. The egg she lays is not normal, its colourful design represents the beauty P. Zonka witnesses in nature.
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Rechenka's Eggs by Patricia Polacco

Rechenka's Eggs by Patricia Polacco

Old Babushka takes in an injured goose named Rechenka. Babushka wakes up one morning to find all her beautifully painted eggs broken. The next morning she finds a miracle in the basket!
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The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown

The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown

A little bunny wants some independence and runs away from his mother to be a rock on a mountain, a crocus in a garden, a bird, a sailboat, an acrobat, and a little boy. His mother finds him every time he disappears, and the bunny decides to remain her little bunny.
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Too Many Carrots by Katy Hudson

Too Many Carrots by Katy Hudson

A selfish rabbit loves his carrots so much they fill his home. With nowhere to sleep, his friends offer him a bed, but Rabbit wants to bring along his carrots. After destroying his friend’s homes, he learns that his greed and hoarding is not the best way to go.
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Yoga Bunny by Brian Russo

Yoga Bunny by Brian Russo

Bunny tries to help his preoccupied friends slow down and perform yoga with him. As he breathes and practices his poses, his friends join him and realise the benefits of taking some time to be mindful.
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In Conclusion...

Check out the post Best Spring Books for Children for some more seasonal picture books recommendations.

The Hamilton Trust has a resource on inviting parents or other adults into the classroom to share information on Spring holidays they celebrate.

Do you have any more suggestions of Easter books for Children? Let me know in the comments.

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10 thoughts on “14 of the Most Delightful Easter Books for Children”

    1. Thanks Heidi! I hadn’t heard of The Legend of the Sand Dollar either before I did my research for this post! I love coming across new books!!

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  2. Thanks for this list! I’ve learned about some new Easter books that I can’t wait to share with my children.

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  4. Gorgeous layout of Easter book suggestions. I just love the way your site and graphics look – so appealing to the eye and to my reading sensibilities!

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  5. My youngest granddaughter got a bookcase for her room for Christmas. Thank you for this list! I had forgotten about Rechenka’s Eggs. I read that book to her father when he was her age!

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