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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020
When Stars Are Scattered
A refugee boy faces a choice: education or staying with his brother.
264 pages· 27,175 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.6/5 Goodreads · 33,868 ratings
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Books About Kenya · 22 titles considered
The Best Kenya Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about kenya? 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 Kenya
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017
Rhino in the House
By Daniel Kirk
A woman rescues an abandoned rhino calf, but must eventually return it to the wild.
40 pages· 617 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 221 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 6–10 · 2007
14 Cows for America
By Carmen Agra Deedy, Thomas Gonzalez (Illustrator)
A distant village offers an unexpected gift of hope to a grieving nation post-9/11.
36 pages· 589 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,569 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017
Moto and Me
A wildlife photographer in Kenya raises a rescued serval kitten and prepares him for life in the wild.
40 pages· 3,775 words· Est. 30 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 322 ratings
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$574
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2014
The Mystery of the Lion's Tail
Twins on safari hunt for elusive lions in Kenya's wilds.
128 pages· 4,328 words· Est. 34 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 254 ratings
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2008
The Pursuit of the Ivory Poachers
By Elizabeth Singer Hunt · Book #6 in the Secret Agent Jack Stalwart series
A cryptic message, a poaching ring, and a race against time in Kenya.
144 pages
4.4/5 Goodreads · 316 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
Sulwe
By Lupita Nyong'o, Vashti Harrison (Illustrator)
A young girl struggles to find her place in a world where she doesn't fit in due to her skin color.
48 pages· 864 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
5.2/7 Bookroo experts·4.7/5 Goodreads · 11,315 ratings
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2007
Lila and the Secret of Rain
By David Conway, Jude Daly (Illustrator)
A girl confronts the sky to save her drought-stricken village from disaster.
32 pages· 607 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 176 ratings
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2005
Mama Panya's Pancakes
A boy invites everyone for pancakes, but will there be enough?
40 pages· 1,434 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
5.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 540 ratings
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$674
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2000
Handa's Hen
A girl searches for her missing hen, uncovering surprises along the way.
32 pages· 252 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 207 ratings
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Kenya Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about kenya for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$1799
For You Are a Kenyan Child
Ages 3–7 · 2006
A Kenyan boy's day of adventure distracts him from his duties.
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$2095
Seeds of Change
Ages 9–10 · 2010
A Kenyan woman fights for nature and women's rights, one tree at a time.
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$1799
The Wooden Camel
Ages 4–8 · 2017
A boy's dream of camel racing is threatened when his family must sell their camels.
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$3100
Barack Obama
Ages 7–10 · 2013
Journey from childhood to presidency, uncovering a leader's legacy.
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$3279
The Frog King
Ages 4–8 · 2011
Frogs seek a king, but their choice leads to a surprising ruler.
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$1995
The Wild Beast
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Discover how a unique creature was crafted from nature's leftovers in a tale of balance and resourcefulness.
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Kenya Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about kenya for developing and independent readers.
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$799
Riley Mae and the Sole Fire Safari
Ages 8–12 · 2014
A young shoe model hides in Kenya, facing cultural challenges and unexpected dangers.
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$899
Environmental Activist
Ages 7–11 · 2018
A woman fights deforestation, empowering communities and transforming lives.
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$2532
Safari Survival
Ages 8–11 · 2010
Twins race to save elephants from ruthless hunters in Kenya.
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$2295
Tales of East Africa
Ages 8–12 · 2020
Discover magical tales of East Africa where heroes face monsters, animals cause chaos, and the impossible becomes reality.
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$1499
Wangari Maathai
Ages 6–9 · 2022
A woman fights deforestation in Kenya, sparking a global movement for change.