Our Favorite Easter Books | 2021
One of my very favorite things I’ve gotten to do through parenting in the last few years is grow our family library! Especially with books that tell the story of God’s heart for His people.
This list of books is some of the ones that I am keeping front and center on our shelf through Easter time, but are an incredible resource throughout the entire year. They tell the story of Jesus and His work on the cross!
On Our Shelf
Holy Week: An Emotions Primer by Danielle Hitchen
“Your family will love this unique board book! Using colorful, engaging artwork, Holy Week introduces little ones to a wide range of emotions as they follow Jesus through the final week of His life.”
The Tale of Three Trees by Angela Elwell Hunt
“Featuring the wonderful illustrations of Tim Jonke, this best-selling childrens book tells the Easter story from a new and unusual point of view. Children will be deeply touched as they understand, perhaps for the first time, the significance of Christ’s life and his atoning sacrifice on the cross.”
The Biggest Story by Kevin DeYoung
“The Bible is full of exciting stories that fill children with awe and wonder. But kids need to know how all those classic stories connect to Scripture’s overarching message about God’s glorious plan to redeem his rebellious people.”
The Gospel by Devin Provencher
“Each book in the Big Theology for Little Hearts series introduces a big idea from the Bible with concise definitions and engaging illustrations to help young minds gain a foundational understanding of God's word.”
On That Easter Morning by Elena Pasquali
“Join the crowds cheering as Jesus enters Jerusalem, the disciples sharing a special meal, and Mary weeping outside the empty tomb. Rediscover the wonder of the first Easter morning. There are many intriguing people, animals and landscapes to look at along the way, bursting with new details to find with a young child, as you share the story of that special morning.”
The Donkey who Carried a King by R.C. Sproul
“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.”
The Garden, The Curtain and the Cross by Carl Laferton
“Teach children why Jesus died and rose again and why that’s the best news ever. This beautifully illustrated hardback book takes children on a journey from the garden of Eden to God’s perfect new creation.”
On Our List
I try not to go too crazy with book buying… so these are a few that are on my list to add to our Easter library in the next few years!
The Story of the Easter Robin by Dandi Mackall
The Colt and the King by Marni McGee
The Parable of the Lily by Liz Curtis Higgs
If you have any other favorites, I would love to hear them!