Top Usborne books for a joyful, screen-free Easter

Easter is a lovely moment to slow down together. Whether you’re prepping baskets, planning an egg hunt, or just looking for cosy, screen-free fun over the holidays. Here are our favourite Usborne picks for babies through to early readers, with touch-and-feel treats, calming reads and mess-free makes to keep little hands busy. Every suggestion below comes from our Spring & Easter range, so you can mix and match for siblings and ages.

Tactile treats for babies and toddlers (0-2)

If you’re building a first Easter basket, That’s not my… Easter Egg is a delightful choice. The bold, high-contrast illustrations, clear language and varied textures invite tiny fingers to explore while you share new words together (“bumpy”, “sparkly”, “smooth”). Board pages are sturdy enough for curious chewers, and the repetitive structure supports early language and turn-taking. Plus, you can pair your reading with a quick hunt around the house: parents and carers name a texture, and little ones point or touch. It’s simple, safe and giggle-inducing!

For winding down after the excitement of an egg hunt, There There Little Lamb offers a gentle, reassuring story to snuggle up with. The calm rhythm and pastoral setting make it perfect for a nap-time read, and a lovely way to talk about big feelings in little bodies.

Playful make-and-do for preschoolers (3-5)

If your child loves stickers and simple scenes, First Sticker Book: Easter is a seasonal classic. Packed with springy spreads filled with chicks, bunnies and blossoming trees, it’s great for quiet moments, fine-motor practice and storytelling. Sit alongside, chat about what’s happening on each page, and encourage your child to place stickers “left of the basket” or “under the tree” to weave in gentle language.

For a grab-and-go activity, Easter Fun bundles colouring, spotting and simple puzzles into one cheerful book. It’s ideal for travel, café breaks or that pre-tea lull. Keep a handful of crayons in a pouch and invite children to circle items from an “Easter checklist” you create together. It’s great for observation and vocabulary building!

Creative magic for growing confidence (5-8)

Ready for something a touch more “wow”? Easter Bunnies Magic Painting Book delivers mess-free art magic. Add water to the brush, sweep over the black-and-white scenes and watch colour bloom, no paint pots required! It’s brilliant for siblings working side-by-side at the kitchen table. Adults can make light brush strokes, then step back while children experiment; pop a tray underneath for easy clean-up.

If your child adores fashion play and storytelling, Sticker Dolly Dressing: Easter Party invites them to style spring outfits and imagine party scenes. As you co-create characters, you’ll naturally practise sequencing (“first we bake, then we decorate, finally we deliver”) and social language.

Quick wins for family time (3-6)

Games are an effortless way to gather everyone. Easter Egg Snap keeps reactions sharp and giggles flowing. It’s easy to learn, portable, and perfect between courses on Easter Sunday. Play cooperatively with younger children to build confidence, then ramp up the pace for older siblings. You’ll sneak in matching, turn-taking and flexible thinking without a worksheet in sight.

However you’re celebrating, these springtime picks make it easy to carve out calm, creative moments together. Mix tactile reads with low-mess art and a fast family game, and you’ll have an Easter holiday that feels joyful, connected and wonderfully hands-on. PLUS discover even more Easter books here!