Books About New Orleans · 52 titles considered

The Best New Orleans Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about new orleans? 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.

Ninth Ward
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About New Orleans

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2010

Ninth Ward

By Jewell Parker Rhodes · Book #1 in the The Louisiana Girls Trilogy series

A girl and her grandmother face Hurricane Katrina's fury in New Orleans' Ninth Ward.

224 pages· 32,698 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 7,133 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1999

The Smuggler's Treasure

A girl seeks a smuggler's treasure to save her father during the War of 1812.

163 pages· 34,049 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,811 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Trombone Shorty

A young boy from New Orleans discovers his passion for music and becomes a renowned trombone player.

Coretta Scott King Award (2016)Caldecott Medal (2016)
40 pages· 989 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 5,023 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995

The Story of Ruby Bridges

By Robert Coles, George Ford (Illustrator)

A young girl integrates a white elementary school in New Orleans in the 1960s.

32 pages· 1,014 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 13,023 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

The 5 O'Clock Band

A young musician seeks leadership wisdom in the vibrant streets of New Orleans.

40 pages· 1,324 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 357 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

Freedom in Congo Square

In 19th century Louisiana, slaves find brief freedom and joy in Congo Square every Sunday.

34 pages· 290 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,839 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Upside Down in the Middle of Nowhere

A birthday turns into a fight for survival during Hurricane Katrina.

320 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,797 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2011

I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005

By Lauren Tarshis, Scott Dawson (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the I Survived series

A young boy must navigate the challenges of Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath

112 pages· 10,976 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 11,911 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 1999

Through My Eyes

A six-year-old girl becomes the first African American student to integrate a white school in New Orleans in 1960.

64 pages· 9,935 words· Est. 1.5 hour read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 6,218 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

Ruby Bridges Goes to School

A brave girl faces a hostile crowd to change history forever.

32 pages· 467 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 880 ratings
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New Orleans Picture Books

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

Two Bobbies

Ages 4–8 · 2008

Two pets survive Hurricane Katrina, bound by an unbreakable bond. Can they find a new home together?

I Am Ruby Bridges

Ages 4–8 · 2022

A six-year-old girl bravely integrates a school, changing history forever.

The Princess and the Frog

Ages 3–7 · 2013

A dreamer turned frog must find love to reclaim her life.

Kiss the Frog

Ages 5–8 · 2009

Two frogs navigate the bayou, seeking humanity and unexpected love.

Marvelous Cornelius

Ages 5–7 · 2015

A street sweeper's dance turns heroic amid a devastating storm.

Mardi Gras

Ages 4–6 · 2017

Discover the vibrant traditions of Mardi Gras in this engaging exploration for young readers.

Rainbow Rodney

Ages 4–8 · 2023

A colorful flamingo explores New Orleans' culinary delights.

The Little Bead Tree

Ages 4–7 · 2021

A small oak questions its growth, seeking wisdom from the Grand Oak.

What the Sleepy Animals Do at the Audubon Zoo

Ages 5–7 · 2012

Why are zoo animals always sleepy? Discover their secret nightlife.

Tiana's Perfect Plan

Ages 3–5 · 2024

Tiana's Mardi Gras plans face royal surprises and a quest for perfection.

New Orleans Saints

Ages 8–11 · 2010

Discover the highs and lows of the New Orleans Saints' journey.

Stalebread Charlie and the Razzy Dazzy Spasm Band

Ages 4–7 · 2018

Homeless kids in 1895 New Orleans turn junk into music, changing their fate.

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New Orleans Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about new orleans for developing and independent readers.

Sobreviví El Huracán Katrina, 2005 (Graphix) (I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005) (Graphic Novel)
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Sobreviví El Huracán Katrina, 2005 (Graphix) (I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005) (Graphic Novel)

Ages 8–12 · 2024

A boy faces Hurricane Katrina alone after floodwaters separate him from his family.

Infamous

Ages 12–18 · 2012

A teen must survive deadly threats to become a hero or doom the world.

Hurricane Katrina Rescue

Ages 7–10 · 2018

In the midst of Hurricane Katrina, a young girl named Clare and her dog Ranger navigate the dangers of the storm and its aftermath to find Clare's grandmother and father, who have been separated from them.

Rent Party Jazz

Ages 6–9 · 2001

A boy and a jazz musician team up to save his home from eviction.

Tristan Strong Keeps Punching
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Tristan Strong Keeps Punching

Ages 9–12 · 2021

Tristan Strong must confront King Cotton in a final showdown along the Mississippi.

Invincible

Ages 12–18 · 2011

Teen faces demons and shapeshifters or risk becoming one himself.

What Was Hurricane Katrina?

Ages 8–12 · 2015

Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans, causing widespread destruction and loss of life

Almost There

Ages 12–+ · 2022

A deal grants Tiana her dreams, but eerie threats loom. Can she restore balance before losing it all?

A Good Night for Ghosts

Ages 8–12 · 2009

Two siblings travel back in time to New Orleans in 1915 to help a young Louis Armstrong discover his musical talents.

Liberty
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Liberty

Ages 8–12 · 2016

A boy's invention leads to a stray dog and unexpected friendships during WWII.

Infinity

Ages 12–18 · 2010

Nick's high school life turns deadly when friends become foes and zombies lurk. Can he survive the chaos?

The Zombie Zone
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The Zombie Zone

Ages 7–9 · 2005

Three kids on vacation in New Orleans stumble upon a mysterious grave robbery in a small village

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