Books About Ohio · 49 titles considered

The Best Ohio Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about ohio? 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 8–12 · 2019

Other Words for Home

By Jasmine Warga

A girl leaves Syria for America, facing new challenges and discovering herself.

Newbery Medal (2020)
342 pages· 30,125 words· Est. 4 hour read
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 35,356 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Blended

Isabella navigates a divided family and racial identity, facing a life-altering encounter with police.

308 pages· 49,032 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 20,250 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2008

Lost and Found

By Andrew Clements, Mark Elliott (Illustrator)

Twins exploit a school error, leading to unexpected discoveries.

192 pages· 28,038 words· Est. 4 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 4,700 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2010

I Am Number Four

Aliens hide on Earth, hunted one by one. Number Four is next.

440 pages· 102,062 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 354,336 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2021

Watercress

By Andrea Wang, Jason Chin (Illustrator)

A roadside discovery reveals a family's hidden heritage and unites past and present.

32 pages· 497 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 5,994 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Act 3

Two friends face a choice: auditions or a drama competition. What will they choose?

256 pages· 43,091 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 146 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2006

Night Boat to Freedom

By Margot Theis Raven, E. B. Lewis (Illustrator), E.B. Lewis (Illustrator)

A boy's courage is tested as he rows to freedom across a perilous river.

40 pages· 1,663 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 166 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

The Many Meanings of Meilan

A girl navigates identity and injustice after moving from Chinatown to rural Ohio.

364 pages· 70,540 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 641 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 2019

The Unstoppable Garrett Morgan

By Joan DiCicco, Ebony Glenn (Illustrator)

An inventor's courage is tested in a life-or-death rescue mission.

40 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 221 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2018

Fiona's Feelings

A premature hippo's journey to strength and discovery inspires young readers.

14 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 181 ratings
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Ohio Picture Books

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

Lentil

Ages 3–7 · 1940

A boy's harmonica saves a town's celebration from a grumpy disruptor.

The Day the River Caught Fire

Ages 5–8 · 2023

A river fire ignites a movement, sparking Earth Day's birth.

Fiona Helps a Friend

Ages 4–8 · 2021

A hippo and friends search for a missing laugh at the zoo.

Girl Wonder

Ages 6–9 · 2003

A girl defies expectations to join a semipro baseball team. Can she prove her worth on the field?

The Incredible Life of Balto

Ages 5–8 · 2011

Discover what happened to Balto after his heroic journey and fame faded away.

Ohio
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Ohio

Ages 8–4

ABCs of Ohio

Ages 0–10 · 2021

Explore Ohio's wonders from A to Z in a heartwarming ABC adventure.

Cincinnati Bengals

Ages 7–13 · 2021

Discover the Cincinnati Bengals' NFL journey and legendary players.

Warm as Wool

Ages 4–8 · 1992

In 1804 Ohio, a woman battles nature to clothe her children.

Meet Fiona the Hippo

Ages 4–7 · 2021

A baby hippo named Fiona grows and develops with the help of her caregivers at the Cincinnati Zoo.

The Twelve Days of Christmas in Ohio

Ages 4–8 · 2014

Explore Ohio's wonders through a festive Christmas adventure.

Happy Birthday, Fiona

Ages 4–8 · 2022

Fiona the hippo plans a birthday surprise for her missing friends. Can she make it special for everyone?

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Ohio Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about ohio for developing and independent readers.

Kit: Turning Things Around

Ages 8–12 · 2014

Can one girl bring hope to homeless kids during the Depression's darkest days?

Soar

Ages 10–13 · 2016

A young baseball fan must revive a town's spirit and team amidst scandal.

Act 2

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Middle schoolers' Broadway dreams face a mysterious director's challenge.

Cabin on Trouble Creek

Ages 8–12 · 2004

Two brothers face a harsh winter alone. Can they survive the wilderness?

Act 1

Ages 8–12 · 2015

A former Broadway star faces a life-changing decision in a small town theater audition.

Kit: Read All About It!

Ages 8–12 · 2014

A young girl faces the Great Depression's challenges to save her family's home.

A Drop of Hope

Ages 8–12 · 2019

A mysterious well grants wishes, but can three kids keep its secret?

Kit's Surprise

Ages 8–10 · 2000

Can Kit save her family's home and Christmas spirit?

Kit Learns a Lesson

Ages 8–10 · 2000

A soup kitchen visit reveals the harsh realities of the Depression.

The Onts
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The Onts

Ages 8–12 · 2006

Twins face bizarre dangers in a forest with eerie secrets.

Weasel

Ages 9–12 · 1991

A relentless hunter turns on settlers, and one boy must confront the terror before it's too late.

Full Ride
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Full Ride

Ages 12–17 · 2013

A hidden past threatens Becca's future as she uncovers secrets that could change everything.

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