We have a great list of St. Patrick’s day books for kids. Kids of all ages will love learning about this fun holiday and different aspects of it with these fun books. Some books are educational while others are fun and whimsical. There is something for everything in this book list. These books can be used at home or in the classroom!
St. Patrick’s Day Books
Reading can be fun. I know a lot of kids nowadays don’t really enjoy it as the screen has taken over. But these books are fun and educational, some whimsical, and will help your child not only want to read, but get into the holiday spirit.
From leprechauns, rainbows, gold, shamrocks, to history, there are plenty of books for younger children and older children alike. You can add these books to your curriculum, read them just because, or have your child practice their reading skills with these fun St. Patrick’s day books!
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Related: We have a great list of St. Patrick’s day printables for you to check out.
1. How To Catch A Leprechaun
Do you know how to catch a leprechaun? This book is written by Adam Wallace and illustrated by Andy Elkerton. And it talks about creating the perfect trap to catch a leprechaun. It’s a picture book that will help inspire you to build your own trap! There are plenty of laughs and rhymes in this book.
2. The Berenstain Bears St. Patrick’s Day
We love the Berenstain Bears in my house. And with this book you can join the whole family as the Berenstain’s introduce the reader to the traditions associated with St. Patrick’s day. It’s a lot of silly fun the entire family will love. This book is great for kids that are toddlers, preschoolers, even kindergarten age!
3. Pete The Cat: The Great Leprechaun Chase
Pete the Cat has a leprechaun catching business. He thinks he is prepared to trap a leprechaun, but it turns out the leprechaun may be tricky and crafty! Can Pete catch that leprechaun or is the leprechaun way too lucky?
4. You’re My Little Lucky Charm
You’re My Little Lucky Charm is written by Nicola Edwards and illustrated by Natalie Marshall. This book is adorable! It’s a rhyming story about whimsical fun and magic that comes alongside with St. Patrick’s day and celebrates family.
5. Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland
This picture book, Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland, is the perfect way to teach your child about Irish legends and recounts the life of Saint Patrick. From his birth, to his captivity, to him founding the first Christian church in Ireland. It’s an educational book, but made simple so children can understand the history behind the holiday.
6. The Itsy Bitsy Leprechaun
The Itsy Bitsy Leprechaun, written by Jeffrey Burton and illustrated by Sanja Rescek, is a super cute book for babies and toddlers. Think itsy bitsy spider, but with leprechauns instead! It’s simple, it rhymes, and has lots of cute pictures!
7. Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Curious George
Who doesn’t love Curious George? And today Curious George is full of luck because it’s St. Patrick’s day! Follow his adventure as he dresses up, feasts, makes music, dances, and more! But can Curious George get through this holiday without any trouble?
8. The Night Before St. Patrick’s Day
The Night Before St. Patrick’s Day is written by Natasha Wing and illustrated by Amy Wummer. In this book two children are up late setting up leprechaun traps. Do they catch a leprechaun? And if they do will he tell them where his gold is?
9. There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Clover
I love these books. I remember the old classic song, There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly. But this book, There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Clover, is a book of rhymes and fun and whimsical pictures based around St. Patrick’s day.
10. Ten Lucky Leprechauns
The Ten Lucky Leprechauns is a counting book! Not only is it fun for St. Patrick’s day, but it’s funny, it has rhymes, and your kids will get practice counting from 1 to 10.
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Which St. Patrick’s day book is your favorite? Ours is #2.
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