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Spring + Easter Reading List 2023

Hi friends! I am thrilled to share our #OccasionsBookNook finds for Spring and Easter. This is a collection of some past favorites, and new goodies. Find reads to celebrate Christ’s resurrection, changing seasons, and all of the beautiful Spring blooms.

Just a reminder that for all of the books below, if you scroll over the title of the book, next to the number, and click, the affiliate link will take you directly to the Amazon Prime link to shop. You can also click on the book. You can add them to your wish list that way as well; to purchase in the future.

1. Countdown to Easter 

by Greg Paprocki

It’s only seven more days until Easter and what do we do? We have an egg and spoon race, of course! And when we get down to only one more day, we’re definitely going on an Easter egg hunt!

2. Flora

by Yoojin Kim + Nicole Yen and illustrated by Yoojin Kim + Kathryn Selbert

Peek inside this spring-inspired pop-up book and discover how flowers are more than just beautiful; they are critical components of the natural world. 
Bees buzz, hummingbirds sip, and bats flit amongst the brilliant petals. Each spread is filled with unique pop-ups, revealing pull-tabs, and captivating facts.

3. The Donkey Who Carried a King

by R.C. Sproul and illustrated by Chuck Groenink

The biblical teaching that Jesus was the Suffering Servant who carried the sins of His people when He went to the cross is vividly brought home to children in The Donkey Who Carried a King, the latest children’s book from respected theologian, author, and educator Dr. R.C. Sproul.

4. Spring Parade

by Camelia Kay and illustrated by Allyn Howard

A playful and vibrant ode to the arrival of spring in all its glory.
Here comes Spring! March along with Mama and Baby Bunny as they welcome a festive parade of budding flowers and blossoming trees, new birds, butterflies and bees, and all of their beloved friends, emerging from the winter season.

5. Pick a Perfect Egg

by Patricia Toht and illustrated by Jarvis

Pairing Jarvis’s joyous illustrations with Patricia Toht’s wonderfully rhythmic text, this holiday ode hops through a busy springtime day all the way to Easter Sunday. From the farm where you’ve carefully selected your eggs—eggs perfect for drawing on with crayon, for plopping into dyes and bejeweling—follow along as preparations continue for the much-awaited festivities.

6. The Easter Unicorn

by Janet Lawler and illustrated by Rebecca Jones + Renee Jablow

The Easter Bunny has gone on vacationon Easter Day! Who will save the holiday? Deep in the magical woods, a special unicorn comes to the rescue. She decorates the eggs and delivers them just in time. Join Unicorns enchanting adventure featuring stunning pop-ups, movable scenes, and hidden surprises. HAPPY UNICORN EASTER!

7. Little Blue Truck’s Springtime

by Alice Schertle and illustrated by Jill McElmurry

Beep! Beep! Little Blue Truck is out for a ride with his good friend Toad. The sun is shining and the flowers are blooming—it’s a beautiful spring day! Who will they see along the way?
Open the flaps to meet all of the sweet baby animals just born on the farm. Peep! Peep!

8. Bunny Roo, I Love You

by Melissa Marr and illustrated by Teagan White

In a gorgeous picture book that’s playfully sweet and visually captivating, New York Times bestselling author Melissa Marr and talented new illustrator Teagan White celebrate the many ways parents make their new babies feel at home.

9. Bunny Roo and Duckling Too

by Melissa Marr and illustrated by Teagan White

It’s hard to keep up with an energetic toddler, and as an adoring mom tries to, she describes all the frisky young animals her little one reminds her of–from a hopping frog and a squirming snake, to her adorable cuddly bunny.

10. The Garden, the Curtain, and the Cross

by Carl Laferton and illustrated by Catalina Echeverri

This beautiful hardback Bible storybook for 3-6 year olds takes children on a journey from the Garden of Eden to God’s perfect new creation. It is a gospel presentation that focuses on the significance of the temple curtain. God said “because of your sin you can’t come in”, but the moment the curtain tore in two, everything changed.

11. E Is for Easter

by Greg Paprocki

In the latest alphabet primer from artist Greg Paprocki, Easter and the rites of spring are celebrated with Paprocki’s wonderful colorful and vintage-looking illustrations. Your toddlers can enjoy illustrations of such things as the Easter Bunny, baskets overflowing with candy, children decorating Easter eggs, an Easter egg hunt, and beautiful springtime flowers.

12. An Easter Egg Hunt for Jesus

by Susan Jones and illustrated by Lee Holland

A quiet forest wakes up from its winter sleep. Buds blossom and trees stretch their branches—spring is here! All the animals are excited for the season of rebirth, because it means Easter is soon to come! Little Bunny and his friends get ready for the special and important day with an Easter egg hunt. But when Little Bunny makes a mistake that makes him think he’s ruined all the fun, his friends and family come together to help him understand the meaning of Easter—a celebration of Jesus’s resurrection and the new life He offers us.

13. Our Easter Adventure

by Emma Randall

Have you ever wondered where the Easter Bunny lives, or how he makes all those colorful eggs? Join a group of children as they follow a trail of eggs and discover his secret hideaway! The question is, what will they find there? Find out in Emma Randall’s enchanting tale, complete with bright illustrations that encourage young ones to appreciate and enjoy the season.

14. The Honeybee

by Kirsten Hall

Buzz from flower to flower with a sweet honeybee in this timely, clever, and breathtakingly gorgeous picture book from critically acclaimed author Kirsten Hall and award-winning illustrator Isabelle Arsenault.

15. The Little Rabbit

by Nicola Killen

Ollie and her favorite friend bunny have been waiting for the rain to stop and spring to come, and at long last the sun arrives. Ollie puts on her rain boots, wraps bunny in a warm scarf, and the two set off for exploring. Then a sudden breeze whispers past and bunny’s nose twitches and their magical adventure begins…

16. The Story of Easter

by Pia Imperial and illustrated Carly Gledhill

Simple and biblically accurate text alongside bold, colorful illustrations  introduces readers to the most beloved stories of the Bible. The Story of Easteris the perfect gift for parents and other caretakers to share their love of Christ with their young ones year-round.

Come back to this list year after year! PIN IT!

xoxo, Shakira

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