Easter is time for fun, family, and festivities as the Easter bunny pays a visit. Add these entertaining books to any child's Easter basket to give them more than just a mountain of chocolate. From rhyming rabbits to egg-hunting dinosaurs, there is an Easter book to suit all ages. Here is a look at the 30 best Easter books to share with young readers this spring.
1. How to Catch the Easter Bunny by Adam Wallace
Finding easter eggs are tons of fun, but trying to catch the bunny that leaves them can be even more exhilarating! This bestselling book motivates kids to try and build traps of their own, the perfect way to get them interested in STEAM activities.
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2. Would You Rather?: Easter Edition by Riddleland
This hilarious easter edition is part of the "Would You Rather" book series that gives readers 2 side-splitting scenarios to choose from. Would you rather be stuck inside a chocolate bunny or get a half-eaten chocolate bunny as an easter gift? Let the giggles pursue!
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3. Hippity, Hoppity, Little Bunny by Cottage Door Press
Young readers will love this board book with a built-in bunny finger puppet. The interactive book is jam-packed with cute nursery rhymes of adventures from the bunny and his bird friend.
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4. There was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Chick by Lucille Colandro
Kids will be well familiar with the "There Was an Old Lady" nursery rhyme and song but this wacky easter edition is perfectly on-theme. See what the kooky old lady gets up to and what happens when she meets the easter bunny through fun rhyme and hilarious illustrations.
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5. Pepa's Easter Egg Hunt by Scholastic
Springtime has arrived and Pepa Pig and her friends are excited about the easter egg hunt that Grandpa Pig has made for them. What will Pepa and her friends get up to this time? The book comes with fun stickers that kids can stick in the book.
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6. It's Not Easy Being a Bunny by Marilyn Sadler
Dr. Seuss's "Beginner Books" series is perfect for young readers who want to read independently. This is a charming story about a bunny who is tired of the "carrot and big ears" life and explores the lives of his animal friends to see if something else will be a better fit.
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7. The Berenstain Bears and the Easter Story by Mike and Jon Berenstain
Everyone loves the adventure of the Berenstein family and this book aims to tell children about the true meaning of Easter. Join the Berenstein children as they go to Sunday school in a sweet story for the whole family.
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8. Pinkalicious: Eggstraordinary Easter by Victoria Kann
Pinkalicious Pinkerton wakes up on Easter morning to find a note from the easter bunny that leads her and her brother on an adventure-filled Easter egg hunt. The cute stickers also add a fun new level of interactive reading to an already adorable book.
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9. Fancy Nancy and the Missing Easter Bunny by Jane O'Conner
The Fancy Nancy series always offers tons of adventure and this Easter story is no different. Jojo's class rabbit is staying with Nancy and the family over Easter but goes missing right before the egg hunt! What will Nancy and her friends do?
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10. Happy Easter, Little Critter by Mercer Mayer
Little Critter books are always a winner and this Easter edition is the perfect addition to an Easter basket. Join Little Critter as he dyes eggs, searches for baskets, and eats his body weight in sweets and snacks in a heartwarming family story.
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11. Turkey's Eggcellent Easter by Wendy Silvano
Turkey wants to enter the Easter egg hunt but there is just one problem...Animals aren't allowed to enter! Join Turkey and his barnyard friends as they come up with a cunning plan to join in on the Easter fun.
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12. How To Catch The Easter Bunny by Alice Walstead
The poor Easter Bunny, he just can't catch a break! This book is a story-time winner for ages 0-3 and is filled with wild plans on how to catch the illusive bunny and learn all his secrets.
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13. Danny The Farting Bunny by Hugh L. Macy
With such a silly title, you know you are in for a good time. With unexpected rhymes and bright colors, this book is an Easter favorite. In the end, though, kids learn a valuable lesson about their unique talents and being the best version of themselves.
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14. Pete the Cat: Big Easter Adventure by Kimberley and James Dean
The beloved children's character, Pete the Cat, is back with more silly antics. The fun rhyme and charming illustrations of the Pete the Cat books make them a firm favorite with kids and the Easter version is no different.
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15. Elmo's Easter Egg Surprises by Christy Webster
This is part of the classic "Little Golden Book" series and brings even more magic to the Easter basket. As always, Abby Cadabby's spells go horribly wrong but with hilarious results. Join Elmo, Big Bird, Grover, and all the friends from Sesame Street in a fun Easter adventure.
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16. Don't Push The Button: An Easter Surprise by Bill Cotter
This is the perfect basket stuffer for curious little monsters. Larry the monster is getting up to some mischief again and hilarity ensues.
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17. Happy Easter, Biscuit by Satin Capucilli
Biscuit is an adorable pup who is having his first Easter adventure. The flap book lets young readers open the flaps to find the eggs themselves and enjoy the adventure with their new doggy friend.
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18. A Very Hungry Caterpillar's Easter Colors by Eric Carle
The wonderful world of Eric Carle and the Hungry Little Catterpillar has been enchanting young readers for generations. Now, the caterpillar discovers the magic of Easter and all the beautiful colors of springtime.
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19. The Night Before Easter by Natasha Wing
This is a delightful holiday book that puts a new spin on the classic Christmas poem. It is a beautiful picture book that takes young readers on a journey along with the Easter Bunny as he spreads the joy of easter eggs around for little girls and boys to find.
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20. The Great Eggscape by Jory John
This is an egg-cellent Easter gift for kids who love a unique and hilarious story. Good Egg and his friends have escaped from their carton and go on a whirlwind adventure through the store and kids are invited to join in on the fun.
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21. 5-Minute Easter Stories by Disney Books
This delightful collection of stories brings kids all of their favorite Disney characters from through the ages. From Winny the Pooh to Monster's Inc., there is an Easter-themed bedtime story for everyone.
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22. The Worst Easter Book in the Whole Entire World by Joey Acker
For a fun alternative book, get your hands on this anti-Easter book. Even the most reluctant reader will have a giggle at this charming book, perfect for all ages.
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23. The Little Blue Bunny by Erin Guendelsberger
This is a classic book for children that will be a favorite well past Easter. It is a cute book about friendship and a boy and his new bunny friend going on tons of adventures.
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24. The Itsy Bitsy Bunny by Jeffrey Burton
This clever book rethinks the classic "Itsy Bitsy Spider" rhyme and puts a fun Easter twist on it. Follow the itsy bitsy bunny as he hops as fast as he can to deliver all the eggs in time for easter.
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25. My First Easter by Tomie dePaola
Tomie dePaolo brings an adorable Easter-themed board book, perfect for young readers and little hands. The book uses easy-to-follow text and charming illustrations to depict Easter traditions.
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26. Llama Llama Easter Egg by Anna Dewdney
Llama Llama books are aimed at older readers but this fun Easter edition is perfect to introduce younger children to the adorable Llama family. Join Llama and his animal friends as they search for eggs, jelly beans, and all sorts of surprises.
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27. The Easter Egg by Jan Brett
Hopi wants to help the Easter Rabbit with his deliveries but he needs to make an egg of his own to impress the rabbit. Fawn over the stunning illustrations as you learn how Hopi shows kindness and earns his spot as Easter Rabbit's assistant.
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28. Dino-Easter by Lisa Wheeler
Everyone likes Easter traditions and treats, even dinosaurs! Join the dinos as they paint eggs, visit a chocolate factory and meet the Easter bunny in a fun-filled adventure book for young readers.
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29. E is for Easter by Greg Paprocki
The vintage-inspired illustrations of this phonics book are an instant hit with kids learning the alphabet. Add this basket stuffer to your Easter shopping cart for a fun and educational gift.
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30. Our Very Greek Easter by Kassi Psifogeorgou
Not all religions celebrate holidays the same way so a refreshing publication like this ensures that there is Easter reading material for all kids. This is the perfect gift for Greek Orthodox children and shows them all the traditions from their own culture in a fun and informative way.
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