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$474
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2008
Eloise Throws a Party!
By Tammie Lyon (Illustrator)
Eloise plans a surprise party for Weenie with Nanny's help.
32 pages· 258 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 88 ratings
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Books About Celebrations · 89 titles considered
The Best Celebrations Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about celebrations? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
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The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Celebrations
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
Día de los Muertos
By Roseanne Greenfield Thong, Carles Ballesteros (Illustrator)
Celebrate life and honor the departed with vibrant Day of the Dead traditions.
32 pages· 384 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 459 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
Ten Rules of the Birthday Wish
By Beth Ferry, Tom Lichtenheld (Illustrator)
Celebrate the magic of birthdays with a whimsical animal crew and joyful traditions.
40 pages· 590 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 844 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2015
Happy Birthday, Cupcake!
By Terry Border
Cupcake's party plans crumble until a sweet idea saves the day.
32 pages· 314 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 445 ratings
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$1498
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015
Juneteenth for Mazie
By Floyd Cooper
A young girl prepares to honor the day her ancestors gained freedom.
32 pages· 454 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 984 ratings
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2013
This Day in June
By Gayle E. Pitman, Kristyna Litten (Illustrator)
Join a vibrant pride celebration that unites everyone in joy and understanding.
40 pages· 84 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,775 ratings
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$2374
Picture Book · Ages 0–5 · 1999
The Complete Brambly Hedge
Join the mice of Brambly Hedge on seasonal adventures filled with friendship and discovery.
248 pages· 14,054 words· Est. 2 hour read-aloud
4.7/5 Goodreads · 3,758 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020
Bess the Barn Stands Strong
By Elizabeth Gilbert Bedia, Katie Hickey (Illustrator)
An old barn faces a storm, testing its strength against a new rival.
32 pages
4.4/5 Goodreads · 172 ratings
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$574
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2007
The One Hundredth Day of School!
Freddy needs 100 shark cards by the 100th day. Can he succeed?
96 pages· 6,862 words· Est. 53 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 221 ratings
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2021
Ice Dragon
By Jordan Quinn, Glass House Graphics (Illustrator) · Book #6 in the Dragon Kingdom of Wrenly series
A group of dragons and their friends try to help an ice dragon who has fallen ill, while also uncovering a sinister plot to harm dragonkind
144 pages· 4,701 words· Est. 49 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 415 ratings
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Celebrations Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about celebrations for the youngest readers and listeners.
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$799
Happy Thanksgiving, Curious George
Ages 0–3 · 2010
A monkey named George celebrates Thanksgiving with his friends and family.
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$999
Bad Kitty Does Not Like Easter
Ages 2–5 · 2023
Kitty's quest for the elusive golden egg leads to unexpected surprises.
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$899
Dr. Seuss's Red, White, and Blue Things
Ages 0–3
Celebrate national holidays with fun and mischief.
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Celebrations Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about celebrations for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$1899
Moon's Ramadan
Ages 4–8 · 2023
Moon observes global Ramadan traditions, leading to Eid's joyous arrival.
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$1899
Mermaid Day
Ages 4–8 · 2023
An underwater party invites all sea creatures, but is everyone truly welcome to celebrate Mermaid Day?
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$995
Winter Story
Ages 4–8 · 1980
Snow traps mice indoors, sparking a festive Snow Ball.
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$1299
Bonjour, Butterfly
Ages 4–7 · 2008
Nancy must choose between a fancy party and family obligations.
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$799
Happy Halloween, Biscuit!
Ages 4–8 · 1999
Discover hidden Halloween surprises on Biscuit's first trick-or-treat adventure.
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$1699
Happy Birthday to You!
Ages 5–9 · 1959
A young person celebrates their birthday in the fantastical land of Katroo with the help of the Birthday Bird and various other creatures.
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$599
Henry and Mudge and the Best Day of All
Ages 5–7 · 1995
A boy and his dog celebrate a birthday with races and surprises.
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$1899
Bisa's Carnaval
Ages 4–8 · 2021
A girl celebrates Carnaval, but something—or someone—is missing.
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$599
The Night Before My Birthday
Ages 3–5 · 2014
A child's birthday excitement faces an unexpected ice cream crisis. Can the celebration be saved?
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$599
The Berenstain Bears' Family Reunion
Ages 4–8 · 2009
A family reunion brings joy and surprises to the Bears' tree house.
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$1799
It's Raining Tacos!
Ages 4–8 · 2021
Join a zany sing-along as tacos rain from the sky. Why? Just open your mouth and enjoy!
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$1799
Merry Christmas, Mr. Mouse
Ages 3–5 · 2015
A mouse family discovers the magic of Christmas and decides to celebrate it for the first time.
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Celebrations Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about celebrations for developing and independent readers.
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$3422
Aurora
Ages 7–11 · 2011
Can Aurora keep her surprise party a secret from the ever-watchful fairies?
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$1499
Charlie & Mouse Even Better
Ages 6–9 · 2019
A family celebrates a mother's birthday with pancakes, shopping, and a surprise party.
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$499
Honey the Candy Fairy
Ages 7–10 · 2005
Magic is missing, and parties are flopping. Can the fairies save the celebrations?
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$999
Frog and Friends Celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve
Ages 6–7 · 2015
Frog and friends navigate new friendships, festive holidays, and unexpected traditions.
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$599
Fourth of July Mice!
Ages 6–9 · 2004
Mice celebrate Independence Day with parades and fireworks.
Graduation Party
Ages 8–12 · 2010
A graduation party needs Clifford's help.
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$789
Twelfth Night
2009
Shipwrecked, Viola disguises as a boy, entangling herself in a web of mistaken identities and love triangles.
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$1299
A Waffle Lot of Love!
Ages 5–8
Narwhal's gift-giving spree for Jelly spirals out of control. Can true friendship be found in simplicity?
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$1625
Mouse's Moon Party
2012
A group of friends come together to celebrate a moon party.
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$2132
Katie's Lucky Birthday
Ages 5–7 · 2011
A school birthday celebration takes a twist when Katie shares her special day.
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$2132
Red, White, and Blue and Katie Woo!
Ages 5–7 · 2010
Katie Woo celebrates the Fourth of July with her friends Pedro and JoJo.
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$699
Happy Fell
Ages 6–8 · 2019
Can a bear and chipmunk find common ground to celebrate the season together?