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The Best Iowa Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about iowa? 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.

Kira-Kira
Field of Screams
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Iowa

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2004

Kira-Kira

By Cynthia Kadohata

A sister's illness challenges Katie to find hope in a world that seems to dim without her light.

Newbery Medal (2005)
291 pages· 44,276 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 28,460 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1990

Kate Shelley and the Midnight Express

A storm-damaged bridge, a midnight train, and a race against time to save lives.

48 pages· 1,556 words· Est. 13 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 233 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2020

Ten Beautiful Things

A journey reveals unexpected beauty and love amidst life's changes.

32 pages· 630 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,137 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Field of Screams

A girl uncovers a family ghost mystery that threatens to repeat a tragic past.

256 pages
3.7/5 Goodreads · 655 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The Unforgettable Guinevere St. Clair

A girl searches for her missing friend, uncovering unexpected truths and confronting her past.

336 pages· 72,781 words· Est. 10 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,007 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2002

Old Town in the Green Groves

The Ingalls family must pause their journey west. Can they save enough to continue?

192 pages· 24,987 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 5,606 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1997

Tomás and the Library Lady

By Pat Mora, Raúl Colón (Illustrator)

A young migrant worker discovers endless stories in a library, changing his life forever.

40 pages· 1,205 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,872 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004

The Clue in the Corn Maze

A corn maze is vandalized, threatening a festival. Can the kids solve the mystery?

144 pages
4.0/5 Goodreads · 449 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

The Ride of Your Life

A carnival's eerie secrets trap Gabby and Sydney. Can they escape before it's too late?

160 pages· 26,354 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 149 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2011

The Mostly True Story of Jack

A boy's arrival in a mysterious town sparks unexpected attention and danger.

353 pages· 65,760 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
3.6/5 Goodreads · 2,933 ratings
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Iowa Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about iowa for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Dewey

Ages 3–5 · 2009

A library cat questions his role when young visitors prove challenging. Can he find his true purpose?

Pumpkin Island

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A town is overrun by an unstoppable pumpkin invasion.

Iowa

Ages 8–12 · 2013

Discover Iowa's agricultural heart and hidden gems.

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Iowa Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about iowa for developing and independent readers.

Molly Discovers Magic (Then Wants to Un-Discover It)

Ages 6–8 · 2016

Molly suspects magic is behind her luck and Olive's misfortune. Can she restore balance?

Molly Meets Trouble (Whose Real Name Is Jenna)
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Molly Meets Trouble (Whose Real Name Is Jenna)

Ages 6–8 · 2016

New friendships and deceitful letters test Molly and Olive's bond.

Molly Gets a Goat

Ages 6–8 · 2018

Two friends swap lives, facing unexpected challenges in city chaos and farm life.

Olive Spins a Tale (and It's a Doozy!)
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Olive Spins a Tale (and It's a Doozy!)

Ages 6–8 · 2016

A gift goes unanswered, sparking jealousy and wild tales between pen pals.

Olive Becomes Famous (and Hopes She Can Become Un-Famous)

Ages 6–8 · 2018

A commercial opportunity tests friendship and secrets unravel. Can honesty mend the rift?

Olive Finds Treasure (of the Most Precious Kind)
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Olive Finds Treasure (of the Most Precious Kind)

Ages 6–8 · 2016

Two pen pals hatch a risky plan to meet by selling a lost necklace.

Unbelievable

Ages 14–18 · 2008

Four friends' secrets unravel, threatening their lives and exposing deadly truths.

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