St. Patrick’s Day Books for Kids
St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect excuse to add a little extra magic to storytime—think mischievous leprechauns, pots of gold, rainbows, and lots (and lots!) of green. Whether you’re looking for interactive board books, silly stories about catching those sneaky little leprechauns, or nonfiction picks that teach kids about the holiday, this list has something for everyone.
So grab a blanket and get ready to discover a few new favorites to celebrate the season together.
BOARD BOOKS
You Shamrock My World by Rose Rossner
A sweet and pun-filled St. Patrick’s Day board book featuring playful rhymes and bright illustrations, reminding your little clover just how loved they are.
Luck from The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
Everyone’s favorite caterpillar is back and celebrating all things lucky, from blowing a dandelion to spotting rainbows and finding four-leaf clovers.
You’re My Little Lucky Charm by Nicola Edwards
Celebrate your little lucky charm with this adorable rhyming board book! A celebration of St. Patrick’s Day with touch-and-feel pictures of leprechauns, rainbows, and more.
Happy Leprechaun by Cottage Door Press
Follow along as a silly leprechaun’s mishaps and misadventures lead him to discover that friendship matters most. The built-in finger puppet makes storytime even more fun!
Picture Books
How to Catch a Leprechaun by Adam Wallace
You’ve planned and prepped the perfect leprechaun trap with all the necessary things (shamrocks, pots of gold, rainbows), and now it’s time to wait. Will this finally be the lucky year you catch one?
Meet March by April Martin
Meet March! He’s more than ready for winter to be over and can’t wait for the colors of spring to arrive. But a late freeze sweeps in and turns everything icy, including his hair! It’s so cold that his pet guinea pig, Goldie, hides away.
Will March and his friends be the first to spot the signs of spring?
The Worst Luck Book in the Whole Entire World by Joey Acker
It’s your lucky day! Unless you’re a rock named Nameless. Then, probably not.
Nameless is back, and this time he’s trapped inside a book all about luck. Which is a big problem…because he has absolutely none.
St. Patrick’s Day by Gail Gibbons
Curious about why we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? This nonfiction picture book shares the story of Saint Patrick, fun legends, and the traditions we still love today. A great intro to shamrocks, parades, festive foods, and wearing green!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Crayons by oliver Jeffers
The Crayons are back, and ready to celebrate! Green Crayon is hoping for a little break (he did work overtime at Christmas), but his friends quickly realize that some things just don’t work without him. After all, what’s a leprechaun without green clothes or a rainbow without its most important color?
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Clover by Lucille Colandro
There was an old lady who swallowed a clover, but her silly springtime adventure is just getting started! You’ll never guess what she swallows next!
How to Trap a LEPRECHAUN BY SUE FLIESS
Legend says if you catch a leprechaun, he’ll grant you a wish. But watch out, they’re full of tricks! You’ll need to get creative to build the perfect trap, so grab the glitter and glue. A perfect read if you plan to make a trap of your own!
The Night Before St. Patrick’s Day BY Natasha wing
It’s the night before St. Patrick’s Day, and Tim and Maureen are wide awake setting the perfect leprechaun traps. When they wake the next morning to bagpipes and green eggs, they discover they’ve actually caught one! Can they track down his pot of gold before he slips away?
A fun, festive twist on the classic “Night Before” style story.
Jamie O’Rourke and the Big Potato by Tomie depaola
Jamie O’Rourke might be the laziest man in Ireland (especially when it comes to growing potatoes) until a lucky encounter with a leprechaun leads to the biggest potato ever! What seems to be a good fortune quickly turns into a hilarious problem for Jamie and the whole village.
I’m a Leprechaun by Mallory Loehr
“I’m a leprechaun—green suit, red hair, pointy ears, and a beard… that’s me!”
This adorable book introduces kids to the magical world of leprechauns, from pots of gold to their shoemaking skills. Bright, colorful, and perfect for St. Patrick’s Day reading.
Fiona’s Luck by teresa bateman
When the greedy Leprechaun King steals all the luck in Ireland and locks it away, it’s up to clever Fiona to come up with a plan. Using her quick thinking and bravery, she sets out to outsmart the powerful king and return the luck of the Irish to the Emerald Isle.
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