Books About Idaho

The Best Idaho Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about idaho? 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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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1994

Walk Two Moons

By Sharon Creech · Book #1 in the Walk Two Moons series

A girl's journey reveals secrets and a quest to find her missing mother.

Newbery Medal (1995)FCBG Children’s Book Award (1995)

288 pages· 51,335 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

4.0 Goodreads · 175,959 ratings

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Summary: Thirteen-year-old Salamanca embarks on a road trip with her quirky grandparents, sharing the mysterious tale of Phoebe Winterbottom, whose mother vanished. As Sal spins Phoebe's story, her own longing for her missing mother surfaces. Will this journey unravel the truth behind both disappearances? Dive into a tale where humor meets heartache, and every mile brings new revelations.

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$1797

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

When Beavers Flew

By Kristen Tracy, Luisa Uribe (Illustrator)

A town's survival hinges on a daring plan: parachuting beavers into the wild.

40 pages· 652 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

4.3 Goodreads · 211 ratings

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Summary: In 1948 Idaho, the town of McCall faces a beaver invasion threatening its growth. Enter Elmo Heter, a resourceful warden with a bold plan: parachute the beavers into remote wetlands. Using WWII parachutes and specially designed boxes, Heter aims to save both the town and the beavers. Will his wild idea succeed, or will it crash and burn? Discover this quirky true story of innovation and wildlife conservation.

Who Pooped in the Park? Yellowstone National Park

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2004

Who Pooped in the Park? Yellowstone National Park

By Gary D. Robson, Elijah Brady Clark (Illustrator) · Who Pooped in the Park? series

Discover Yellowstone's wildlife through their tracks and scat on a family adventure.

48 pages

4.3 Goodreads · 142 ratings

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Summary: Join Michael and Emily on a Yellowstone adventure, where animal tracks and scat reveal hidden wildlife secrets. As they explore, they learn to identify creatures like bison and wolves through their unique signs. Will Michael overcome his fear of bears? This engaging journey offers a fun and educational look at animal behavior, perfect for young explorers eager to uncover the mysteries of the wild. With vivid illustrations and a handy reference chart, this book is an ideal companion for any trip to the park, sparking curiosity and wonder in nature's hidden clues.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

My Life as a Potato

By Arianne Costner

A boy's secret mascot duty threatens his middle school popularity.

272 pages· 48,636 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 1,083 ratings

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Summary: Ben Hardy's move to Idaho lands him in a spud-tacular predicament. After injuring the school mascot, he's forced to don the potato suit for the basketball games. Desperate to keep his identity hidden, Ben juggles lies and friendships, hoping his secret won't squash his popularity dreams. Can he survive the season without getting mashed?

Moving the Millers' Minnie Moore Mine Mansion

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Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2023

Moving the Millers' Minnie Moore Mine Mansion

By Dave Eggers, Júlia Sardà (Illustrator)

Annie defies the town by rolling her mansion away on logs, pigs and all.

56 pages· 1,144 words· Est. 13 min read

4.1 Goodreads · 753 ratings

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Summary: Annie Miller, left with only a mansion after being swindled, raises pigs in her yard. When the town demands their removal, she takes an unexpected stand. Instead of moving the pigs, Annie rolls her entire mansion away on logs, with her son still inside. This whimsical true story of resilience and creativity unfolds with humor and charm, leaving readers to wonder: how far will Annie go to protect her home and her pigs? Discover a tale where history meets ingenuity in the most unexpected way.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 2010

The Fences Between Us

By Kirby Larson · Dear America series

A girl's life is upended by Pearl Harbor's attack and wartime upheaval.

313 pages· 50,902 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

4.1 Goodreads · 2,359 ratings

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Summary: Piper Davis's world shatters when Pearl Harbor is attacked, thrusting America into World War II. With her brother stationed there, she begins a poignant diary capturing the chaos and fear of the era. As her life transforms amidst the turmoil, Piper navigates a landscape of uncertainty and resilience. Will she find hope in a world turned upside down? Her journey through this pivotal moment in history reveals the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Dive into Piper's story and witness the impact of war on the homefront.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2014

Dust of Eden

By Mariko Nagai

A girl faces internment and identity crisis during wartime America.

144 pages

4.1 Goodreads · 943 ratings

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Summary: In 1942, Mina Tagawa, a 13-year-old Japanese American, is uprooted from Seattle to an internment camp in Idaho. As her family grapples with unjust confinement, Mina questions her identity and belonging. Will America remember they are its own? This poignant novel in verse delves into fear, resilience, and the quest for acceptance amidst adversity.

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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 1997

Potato

By Kate Lied

A family digs for hope in Depression-era Idaho.

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (1997)

32 pages· 372 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

3.5 Goodreads · 186 ratings

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Summary: In the throes of the Great Depression, a desperate family journeys to Idaho, clinging to the promise of two weeks' work digging potatoes. As they toil in the fields, they confront not only the harsh realities of their situation but also the resilience and unity that bind them. Will this fleeting opportunity be enough to sustain them, or will it lead to unexpected challenges? Discover the strength of family and the pursuit of hope in a time of despair.

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Picture Book · Ages 8–4

Idaho

48 pages

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2019

Running with Wolves

By Jamie Dutcher

Witness the untamed lives of wolves and the bond formed with humans in the wild.

160 pages· 41,029 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

4.4 Goodreads · 111 ratings

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Summary: In the remote Idaho wilderness, filmmakers Jim and Jamie Dutcher immerse themselves in the world of the Sawtooth wolf pack. Over six years, they uncover the wolves' true nature—social, complex, and deserving of protection. As they document the pack's struggles against harsh elements and predators, they form deep connections with Kamots, Matsi, and Lakota. This memoir reveals the unexpected kindness and loyalty of these majestic creatures, challenging perceptions and highlighting the profound bond between humans and wolves. Will the Dutchers' journey change how the world sees these misunderstood animals?

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