Hop into Spring with These Must-Read Easter Stories!
The magic of Easter isn’t just in the candy—it’s in the stories we share while waiting for the bunny to arrive. This year, the 2026 releases are absolutely incredible! Whether you are looking for a laugh-out-loud adventure or a soulful story about hope to read before bed, I’ve got you covered.
I’ve personally curated these titles to help you fill those Easter baskets with books that will be read long after the egg hunt is over.
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New Easter Board Books (Ages 0-3)
Easter Picture Books (Ages 4-8)
Bunny in Disguise by Cynthia Platt
The Plot: The Easter Bunny is running late, and it’s up to a group of creative kids to get him to the egg hunt in disguise.
Why I Love It: It’s a hilarious, high-energy read-aloud that celebrates teamwork and out-of-the-box thinking.
I Think I Saw the Easter Bunny by Adam Wallace
The Plot: Alex always comes in second, but this year he pauses his race to help the Easter Bunny hide eggs.
Why I Love It: From the NYT bestselling author of How to Catch…, this rhyming tale perfectly balances holiday excitement with a heartfelt lesson on kindness.
It’s Almost Time for… Easter! by Maisha Oso
The Plot: A festive countdown filled with egg dyeing, fancy outfits, and a funny misunderstanding that kids will spot before the characters do.
Why I Love It: It captures the “electric” feeling of anticipation that every child feels leading up to the big day.
Sparrow’s Easter Garden by Roger Hutchison
The Plot: Sparrow and his friends work for 40 days to bring a neglected garden back to life, even when a storm threatens their hard work.
Why I Love It: This is the “soul” of the list. It’s a gentle, beautiful introduction to the themes of resilience and resurrection.
The Perfect Egg by Hazel Gardner
The Plot: Penguin wants a simple chocolate egg, while Pup wants a “Rocket Egg.” Chaos and giggles ensue.
Why I Love It: It’s a brilliant look at how friends can have totally different ideas and still have the best time together.
Happy Reading and Happy Easter!
I hope this guide makes your Easter shopping a little easier and your storytimes a lot more joyful! If you enjoyed this roundup, you might also like these posts:
Happy Reading and Happy Easter!
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