Book Series · 36 Books

The Night Before Books

In order from The Night Before Easter to The Night Before the Virtual Dentist.

The Night Before series is a set of 36 picture books by Natasha Wing, published between 1999 and 2025. Written for ages 3–8, most books run about 30 pages.

The Night Before Easter
The Night Before Halloween
The Night Before Valentine's Day
The Night Before Kindergarten
The Night Before Thanksgiving
The Night Before Summer Vacation
The Night Before the New Baby
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Night Before Easter
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1999

The Night Before Easter

By Natasha Wing, Kathy Couri (Illustrator)

The Easter Bunny's secret mission unfolds in a whimsical twist on a classic tale.

32 pages· 326 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Summary: As dawn approaches on Easter morning, the Easter Bunny embarks on a magical mission, echoing a familiar holiday rhyme. With no creature stirring, what surprises await? Discover a charming twist on a classic poem that promises an Easter adventure sweeter than any sugar plum. Will the Bunny's journey bring unexpected delights?
The complete set

The Night Before Series

36 books · Published 1999–2025

Series
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The Night Before Easter

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1999

The Easter Bunny's secret mission unfolds in a whimsical twist on a classic tale.

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$474

The Night Before Halloween

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1999

A group of monsters prepare for Halloween and then interact with trick-or-treaters.

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$574

The Night Before Valentine's Day

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2000

Join the Valentine's Day fun with cards, treats, and school parties.

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$574

The Night Before Kindergarten

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

A group of children experience their first day of kindergarten.

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$574

The Night Before Thanksgiving

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

Join the Thanksgiving feast as family gathers for a fun-filled holiday celebration.

The Night Before Summer Vacation

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002

A family packs for vacation, but something crucial is forgotten.

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$574

The Night Before the New Baby

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2002

A family eagerly prepares for a new baby's arrival.

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The Night Before the Night Before Christmas

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2002

A family scrambles to prepare for Christmas chaos on December 23rd.

The Night Before the Tooth Fairy

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003

A boy's stubborn tooth won't budge, delaying his Tooth Fairy encounter.

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The Night Before First Grade

Picture Book · Ages 5–6 · 2005

Penny's first-grade excitement turns into a surprising twist on the big day.

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The Night Before the 100th Day of School

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2005

A student races to find 100 items for school, leading to an unforgettable surprise.

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The Night Before Summer Camp

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007

A nervous camper finds unexpected friendship and fun at summer camp.

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The Night Before New Year's

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2009

Can the family stay awake until midnight on New Year's Eve?

The Night Before St. Patrick's Day

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

Two children try to catch a leprechaun on St. Patrick's Day.

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$574

The Night Before Mother's Day

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2010

Dad and kids plan a surprise to show Mom their love.

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$574

The Night Before Preschool

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2011

A boy's first day of preschool turns nerves into excitement.

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$574

The Night Before Father's Day

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2012

A family plans a surprise for Dad on Father's Day. What will he discover?

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$574

The Night Before My Birthday

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014

A child's birthday excitement faces an unexpected ice cream crisis. Can the celebration be saved?

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$574

The Night Before Hanukkah

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014

Celebrate Hanukkah's magic with family traditions and festive joy.

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$574

The Night Before the Fourth of July

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2015

Celebrate July 4th with parades, BBQs, and fireworks. Will the weather cooperate?

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$574

The Night Before My Dance Recital

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2015

A young dancer faces her first recital with unexpected twists.

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$574

The Night Before the New Pet

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2016

A family prepares for a puppy, but a surprise awaits at the shelter.

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$574

The Night Before Class Picture Day

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2016

Can the kids stay picture-perfect for class photo day?

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$474

The Night Before the Snow Day

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2016

Will the heavy snowfall bring a snow day adventure?

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$574

The Night Before My First Communion

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Twins nervously prepare for their First Communion.

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$574

The Night Before Kindergarten Graduation

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2019

Kids prepare for their kindergarten graduation with excitement and anticipation.

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$574

The Night Before Groundhog Day

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Will the groundhog see his shadow and extend winter's chill?

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$574

The Night Before Election Day

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2020

Election Day looms. Who will be the next president? A young citizen shares her perspective.

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$574

The Night Before the Wedding

Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

A flower girl's excitement meets unexpected wedding day challenges.

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$574

The Night Before the Dentist

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

A boy prepares for his dentist visit, ensuring his smile shines bright. What awaits him there?

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$574

The Night Before Second Grade

Chapter Book · Ages 7–8 · 2022

A boy eagerly awaits the surprises of second grade.

The Night Before Lunar New Year

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2022

A girl faces her fear of loud noises during Lunar New Year celebrations.

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$574

The Night Before Moving Day

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2023

A family prepares for a big move, saying goodbye to their old life.

The Night Before Kwanzaa

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2023

A boy eagerly awaits Kwanzaa, discovering family traditions and history.

The Night Before Earth Day

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2025

A neighborhood unites to transform their world for Earth Day.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Night Before series?

There are 36 books in the Night Before series. It began with The Night Before Easter in 1999, and the newest book, The Night Before the Virtual Dentist, was published in 2025.

What ages are the Night Before books best for?

The series is best for ages 3–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Night Before to life.

01

Natasha Wing

Author
02

Lingfeng Ho

Author
03

Kirsti Jewel

Author
04

Kathy Couri

Illustrator
05

Cynthia Fisher

Illustrator
06

Heidi Petach

Illustrator
07

Julie Durrell

Illustrator
08

Tammie Lyon

Illustrator
09

Amy Wummer

Illustrator
10

Mike Lester

Illustrator
11

Barbara Johansen Newman

Illustrator
12

Deborah Zemke

Illustrator
13

Mindy Pierce

Illustrator
14

Nathalie Beauvois

Illustrator

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