Easter is a season filled with joy, renewal, and plenty of family fun. One of the best ways to celebrate the magic of springtime is by sharing Easter stories. Whether your little ones love tales of bunnies, egg hunts, or the beauty of the season, these handpicked Easter books for young children are sure to delight. They make for perfect bedtime reads, cozy story time sessions, or even inspiration for Easter activities!
- Llama Llama Easter Egg by Anna Dewdney
Llama Llama hunts for Easter eggs, discovering jelly beans and a hatching bird in this short, rhyming tale – great for toddlers who love rhythm and surprises. - Peppa Pig: Easter Egg by Neville Astley and Mark Baker
Peppa and George join an Easter egg hunt, full of muddy puddles and fun, based on the beloved TV series – ideal for preschool fans. - Happy Easter, Mouse! by Laura Numeroff, illustrated by Felicia Bond
Mouse explores colourful Easter eggs left by the Easter Bunny, with simple text and bright pictures perfect for little ones. - Where’s Mr Bunny? by Ingela P. Arrhenius
A lift-the-flap board book where toddlers search for Mr Bunny among Easter-themed scenes – interactive and sturdy for small hands. - The Easter Story by Patricia A. Pingry, illustrated by Mary Ann Utt
A gentle, simplified retelling of Jesus’ Easter story, with soft illustrations suited for preschoolers starting to explore the holiday’s meaning. - Spot’s Easter Surprise by Eric Hill
Spot the puppy hunts for Easter eggs in this lift-the-flap adventure, engaging toddlers with its playful hide-and-seek format. - Duck & Goose, Here Comes the Easter Bunny! by Tad Hills
Duck and Goose try to spot the Easter Bunny, with humorous antics and charming artwork that captivate preschoolers. - Biscuit’s Easter Egg Hunt by Alyssa Satin Capucilli, illustrated by Pat Schories
Biscuit the puppy searches for eggs with lift-the-flap surprises, perfect for toddlers who love gentle adventures. - The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s Easter Surprise by Eric Carle
The caterpillar explores Easter treats and spring wonders, with Carle’s signature vibrant collages – great for toddler attention spans. - We’re Going on an Egg Hunt by Laura Hughes
A lively Easter twist on We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, with bunnies counting eggs and dodging obstacles – ideal for reading aloud.
If you are looking for more fun things to do, check out our Fun Easter Activity ideas for children!