10 Saint Patrick’s Day Book Kids Will Love
Regardless of the culture, you’re from, flipping over the calendar always brings a new month full of holidays, and you know what kids want then – holiday books (and also ice-cream).
Well, the Irish holiday is more or less the same – St. Patrick’s Day. The holiday is filled with a lot of expectations from your kids. The curious ones will ask a lot of questions concerning the day and well, there’s no better way than giving them an informational book that brings them up to speed concerning the holiday. Here are some educational, information-packed fun books for St. Patrick’s Day.
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There Once Was a Man Named Michael Finnegan by Mary Ann and Nadine Westcott
The hilarious books is an illustrated version of the song sand by many preschoolers. Not only will it trickle your kids but will also help them understand the virtue of kindness and teamwork. Kids will be able to relate to their old classic folk songs.
Jamie O’Rourke and the Big Potato by Tomie dePaola
Tomie’s book focuses on folktales about the dismay of Jamie – who has his wife injured at home – an d fears they may die at home. The hilarious book sees Jamie struggling to understand how to provide food for the family.
O’Sullivan Stew by Hudson Talbott
Stew’s book is about someone who steals from a witch in a small town known as Crook haven. The burglary leads to lack of peace in the village as the witch takes matters into her own hands. The action packed, illustrated book is quite a good story that helps toddlers learn the consequences of vices.
Leprechauns Never Lie by Lorna and Lecia
The book follows the story of Nanny who is reluctant to work. It sees Nanny go to search for a piece of gold. Unfortunately, Nanny never finds the piece of gold. She spends so much time searching for it than helping out with chores at home. If you’re looking for a book to help your toddler learn the importance of helping out, then look for this book.
Too Many Leprechauns by Stephen and Dan
The gorgeous illustration of the book tells the tale of several leprechauns who make the town noise round the clock during Finn’s holiday. The story is one of a kind.
Clever Tom and the Leprechaun by Linda Shute
Linda’s book sees Clever Tom try to outwit the Leprechaun using his few tricks. However, it also turns out that the Leprechaun has a few tricks up his sleeves. The story is quite captivating and is well illustrated.
A Fine St. Patrick’s Day by Susan Wojciechowski
Susan’s book is set in a small town called Tralee compete with Tralah in the annual holiday decoration. However, it sees Tralee win the contest due little Fiona, who has several ideas.
The Night Before Saint Patrick’s Day by Amy Wummer
The book centers on the classic Irish twist on the Christmas classic. It is about two siblings, Tim and Maureen, who set a trap to catch a leprechaun. At last, they are able to capture the creature. But will they find the pot of gold?
That’s What Leprechauns Do by Eve Bunting
What really do Leprechauns do? They bury a pot of gold. In the book, Mrs. Bally and her son cannot resist their urge to find the pot of gold. They try to find leprechauns in order to get a piece of the cake.
Tim O’Toole is a book about how Tim was tricked out one treasure due to his inability to shut down when he finds treasure. The book has several illustrations that will leave your kids laughing and wanting to read more.
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I need to get a few of these cute books for the grandkids. They love to read and to celebrate all the different holidays. Plus, they have a wee bit of Irish in them.
I loved to read ever since I was a young child. I love seeing titles that are fun that kids will be interested in.
What a great selection of books for St. Patricks Day. Heck I would enjoy reading them and I know the little ones will want them read over and over.
These would be fun to read to my kiddo! I am not Irish but my friend is and I think it is wonderful to learn about other cultures.
These books like so adorable! I would love to add some of these to my son’s extensive book collection.
Those are such cute picks. I really love the Leprechauns Never Lie one. I used to read books like this to the girls all the time.
I had no idea there were so many books about St. PAtrick’s Day. I need to find some of these for my granddaughter.
Aw fun picks! Our household is half Irish, so I’ll definitely be grabbing a few of these for my guys to get us in the festive St. Patrick’s Day spirit 😉
This is great. I havent ever thought to pick up some St. Patrick’s day books for my kids, but why not? We love to read!
Omg so many great books!!! I bet my daughter would love all of these!!!
I remember when my kids are still little, these are the kind of books they love to read.
my step father and his family are Irish (crazy Irish people!) but these look like great books to share with the family : ) We all celebrate St Patty’s big time : )
These sound like such amazing books! I love your picks, I’ll definitely share this with my brother for his kids!! Sounds awesome!
Oh my son had a few of these and LOVED them when he was little!! This was a little boost of nostalgia for me!
My daughter was just looking for books, she is a Kindergarten teacher. I will show her your recommendations. Thank You !
Our Goddaughter loves to read and she would love these books!