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10 St. Patrick’s Day Picture Books for Your Leprechaun

February 18, 2016 by Mommy Evolution 37 Comments

Here are 10 terrific St. Patrick Day picture books your kids are sure to love.

St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner.. and everyone is a little bit Irish on St. Patrick’s Day.

You can find these St Patrick Day picture books at your local library or purchase them through the affiliate links provided for your convenience.

St. Patrick's Day Picture Books

10 St. Patrick Day Picture Books for Your Leprechaun 

St. Patrick Day Picture Books

O’Sullivan Stew (Picture Puffins)

Someone has stolen the witch of Crookhaven’s horse, and there will be no peace in the village until it is returned.

So bold, brassy Kate O’Sullivan takes matters into her own hands.

But instead of saving the day, she manages to land herself — and her family — in trouble with the king.

So Kate sets out to save their hides the only way she knows how — with a good story.

A Fine St. Patrick’s Day

Welcome to the rival towns of Tralee and Tralah, where the annual St. Patrick’s Day decorating contest is under way.

Every year, Tralah defeats Tralee.

This year, though, little Fiona Riley has a wonderful idea that will help Tralee win the contest for sure.

Neither town has counted on a stranger arriving — a funny little man with pointed ears and boots trimmed with bells — who will turn the contest upside down!

Green Shamrocks

Rabbit is growing shamrocks in a pretty yellow pot.

He’s getting them ready for St. Patrick’s Day so he can wear them for the parade!

When his pot of beautiful green shamrocks goes missing, he goes searching…

Will he find them in time?

The Leprechaun Who Lost His Rainbow

When a leprechaun appears and asks Colleen’s help in saving the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, she offers items of different colors to rebuild his lost rainbow.

The Night Before St. Patrick’s Day

Natasha Wing puts an Irish twist on a Christmas classic.

It’s the night before St. Patrick’s Day, and Tim and Maureen are wide awake setting traps to catch a leprechaun!

When they wake the next morning to the sound of their dad playing the bagpipes and the smell of their mom cooking green eggs, they’re shocked to find that they’ve actually caught a leprechaun.

Will they be able to find his pot of gold?

That’s What Leprechauns Do

What do leprechauns do?

They bury a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, of course.

But as Mrs. Bally Bunion’s ox, Miss Maude Murphy’s hen, and Old Jamie soon find out, they can’t resist having a little fun along the way.

Shamrocks, Harps, and Shillelaghs: The Story of the St. Patrick’s Day Symbols

With warmth and vitality, Edna Barth tells the colorful stories, legends, and historical facts behind St. Patrick’s Day and shows how the spirit of this ancient Irish holiday is still alive in many countries.

Shamrocks, shillelaghs, reed pipes, and leprechauns — these are some of the many symbols that remind us of St. Patrick’s Day.

Who was St. Patrick?

And what is this early spring holiday all about?

Leprechauns Never Lie

Ninny Nanny and Gram are in a bad state.

The thatch on their roof is broken, the rain barrel is empty, the potatoes need digging, and all they have to eat is rainwater soup.

But Ninny Nanny is lazy and not inclined to work.

So she decides to catch a leprechaun and find out where he has hidden his fortune!

The idea is splendid, but finding the pot of gold turns out to be much more than Ninny Nanny and Gram bargained for!

The Leprechaun’s Gold

In this classic Irish legend, two harpists — merry-hearted Old Pat and ill-spirited Young Tom — set off for a contest to name the finest harpist in all of Ireland.

When Young Tom realizes that Old Pat is truly the better musician, he schemes to be the winner — but he doesn’t′t reckon with the clever trickery of a mischievous little leprechaun.

Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland

The story of Patrick’s life, from his noble birth in Britain, to his being captured and taken to Ireland by a group of bandits, to the “dreams” that led him to convert the Irish people to the Christian faith.

DePaola also retells several well-known legends, including the story of how Patrick got rid of all the snakes in Ireland.

Tim O’Toole and the Wee Folk (Picture Puffins)

When the evil McGoons trick Tim O’Toole out of his fortune, he teams up with his benefactors, the Little People, to regain his treasure.

McDermott’s illustrated books (including Caldecott winner Arrow to the Sun) and animated films have earned him international recognition.

The Luckiest St. Patrick’s Day Ever

Top o’ the morning! It’s March 17th, and the Leprechauns are gathered for their favorite day of the year.

Join them as they celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with music, dancing, and a parade!

Like these St. Patrick Day picture books? Find even more engaging book lists for kids on Mommy Evolution!

Keep the fun going with these educational affiliate links:

  • St. Patrick’s Day I Spy
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  • St. Patrick’s Day Literacy
  • St. Patrick’s Day Math Activities
  • St. Patricks’ Day Writing Journal Prompts
  • Saint Patrick’s Day Handwriting Activities

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Comments

  1. The HOME GIRL says

    March 7, 2013 at 7:49 pm

    These look like some great books! I’ll have to see if our library has some of these in stock!!!

    I hope you will come link this post on my first ever Link Party, the “FESTIVE FRIDAY FIESTA”! It’s open now through Sunday at noon ET.

    Here’s the link if you’d like to post it! Sure would love to see you there!

    http://the-home-girl-blog.blogspot.com/2013/03/welcome-to-very-first-festive-friday.html

    Have a great evening! Thanks for sharing this! =D

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 13, 2013 at 1:32 pm

      So glad you like these books 🙂 Follow for more book ideas down the road. And I did link up to your Festive Friday Fiesta. Hope to see you on mu Friday Flash Blog as well.

      Reply
  2. KidLitReviews says

    March 7, 2013 at 8:53 pm

    I love your header. What better to warm me up than two cuties at the beach. I am repaying the visit to my site from the Kid Lit Blog Hop. I am a bit late in my hopping, but bad health will do that to a blogger. I hope you enjoyed my site. I love the list of St. Patrick Day books. It reminded me that I do not have one St. Patty’s book in the que for review. Maybe a run to the library is due. Thanks for giving me some great book ideas. See you next hop?

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:18 pm

      Glad to hop up and thanks for visiting. At first glance your site looks great! I just need a quiet moment to browse around 🙂 Looking forward to connecting with you more!

      Reply
  3. The Chibi says

    March 7, 2013 at 9:58 pm

    What a cool list of books you got. I browsed it and I really love to have some of this books. but I found out that it is not available in my area. 🙁

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:16 pm

      Oh no! Where are you located? :/

      Reply
  4. kristinmyers5 says

    March 8, 2013 at 9:12 am

    Thanks for this list! My 8-year-old twins go to an elementary school in which and Irish Leprechaun is the mascot. Needless to say…they are VERY in to St. Patty’s Day! So much so that the Leprechaun straws at Target were a MUST have in order to celebrate appropriately. 😉

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:16 pm

      Well, if you asked my boys, the holiday straws at Target are an absolute must for ANY holiday 🙂 For some reason, St. Patrick’s Day books run a little “young” but the first two books listed and the two non-fiction books would match your 8-year-olds interests.

      Reply
  5. reshamad says

    March 8, 2013 at 11:09 am

    Thanks for th list! McDermott’s book looks interesting!
    -Reshama
    http://www.stackingbooks.com

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:14 pm

      He’s written so many great books it’s hard to go wrong with him.

      Reply
  6. Twisted Cinderella says

    March 8, 2013 at 11:32 am

    They sounds like such good boooks for the girls!

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:12 pm

      All of these books are girl-friendly but my boys just love them.

      Reply
      • Twisted Cinderella says

        March 8, 2013 at 9:43 pm

        Yes, that’s what I was thinking. They sound like the kind of books my girls would Love.

        Reply
  7. Determined Momma (@DeterminedDiary) says

    March 8, 2013 at 11:47 am

    I actually feel pretty bad. I’m Irish and my four year old had no idea what a leprechaun is when we showed him this year. Oops! 🙂

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:12 pm

      Oh well. He won’t remember he didn’t know!

      Reply
  8. Gina says

    March 8, 2013 at 11:53 am

    What a lovely mix and just in time for the impending holiday. Thanks for sharing…I’ll definitely be passing on the suggestions and just might check out one or two myself. ^_^

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:12 pm

      Thanks for sharing and definitely check them out for yourself. The first three are our favorites right now.

      Reply
  9. grgenius says

    March 8, 2013 at 11:58 am

    What a great mix and just in time for the impending holiday. Thanks for sharing! ^_^

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:21 pm

      Thanks 🙂

      Reply
  10. 1heart1family says

    March 8, 2013 at 12:15 pm

    Those are great! I have never heard of them before! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:11 pm

      I love giving people new book ideas! Thanks for checking out my list. I’ve got more lists coming…

      Reply
  11. Missy Trimble says

    March 8, 2013 at 12:41 pm

    I will have to look into getting some of these books for my daughter and my grand children! Thanks!

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:10 pm

      You won’t go wrong with any in the bunch! At least that’s what my sons say 🙂

      Reply
  12. Audrey Howitt says

    March 8, 2013 at 3:26 pm

    These all look great. I love childrens’ lit–

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:10 pm

      I have to admit that having kids has been the perfect excuse to read kids’ books again 🙂

      Reply
  13. BOYEATSWORLD says

    March 8, 2013 at 4:48 pm

    Great list of books. Will have to select a few for my little leprechauns St Patricks day reading.

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:09 pm

      They’re all good books but the first three are our absolutely favorites 🙂 Happy reading!

      Reply
  14. Loy Cerf says

    March 8, 2013 at 5:42 pm

    Oh how cute! This is my grandson’s first St. Pat’s Day, he might enjoy these, especially the picture books! Thanks for hosting!

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:09 pm

      Glad to give you some ideas. If he’s a toddler, the board book in “honorable mention” would be perfect for him.

      Reply
  15. Katie says

    March 8, 2013 at 6:59 pm

    This is a great list. I’ve been looking everywhere for Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland by Tomie de Paola but I couldn’t remember the title! Thank you!

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 8, 2013 at 7:08 pm

      Glad I could fill in a gap for you. It drives me crazy when I know I want a book but can’t remember the title to save my life!

      Reply
  16. thejennyevolution says

    March 8, 2013 at 7:19 pm

    Thanks for the invite and for visiting. I’ll be sure to link up!

    Reply
  17. another jennifer says

    March 8, 2013 at 9:07 pm

    You know, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a St. Patrick’s Day book. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 13, 2013 at 1:33 pm

      St. Paddy’s Day books aren’t very common. But kids just LOVE leprechauns so they’re a must in my house.

      Reply
  18. Michelle Vintagecobweb says

    March 8, 2013 at 10:58 pm

    Jenny

    What a bunch of great books. I do love a leprechaun.

    So many fabulous books for children around these days, thanks for taking the time to let us know about them.

    http://www.vintagecobweb.com

    Reply
    • thejennyevolution says

      March 13, 2013 at 1:33 pm

      Glad you like my recommendations. And my boys are wild about leprechauns, too. What’s not to love? Mischievous, little men who have a pot of gold. I’m in!

      Reply
  19. Shannon says

    April 25, 2014 at 7:41 pm

    Thank you for sharing this list of books! Have a lovely day!

    Reply

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