Books About Poland

The Best Poland Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about poland? 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.

The Boy on the Wooden Box
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Poland

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–15

The Boy on the Wooden Box

By Leon Leyson

A young boy's journey from a carefree childhood in rural Poland to surviving the Holocaust through resilience, family, and the unlikely protection of Oskar Schindler.

256 pages· 36,884 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 30,577 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2006

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

Two boys form a forbidden friendship across a fence, leading to unforeseen consequences.

218 pages· 46,875 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 996,350 ratings
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Summary: In 1942 Berlin, young Bruno's life changes when his family moves to a remote house near a mysterious fence. Driven by curiosity, he befriends a boy on the other side, unaware of the dark reality separating them. As their bond grows, so do the risks, leading to a heart-wrenching outcome. What secrets lie beyond the fence, and how will their friendship alter their fates?
Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2016

Marie Curie

Discover Marie Curie's journey from childhood dreams to groundbreaking scientific achievements.

32 pages· 291 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,465 ratings
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Summary: Marie Curie defied societal norms, transforming from a young girl barred from college to a pioneering scientist. Her discoveries in radioactivity not only won her a Nobel Prize but also revolutionized cancer treatment. Follow her inspiring journey in this beautifully illustrated biography, part of a series celebrating remarkable individuals who began as dreamers. What challenges did she overcome, and how did her work change the world? Dive into her story and be inspired by her legacy.
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Chapter Book · 1986

A Survivor's Tale I: My Father Bleeds History

By Art Spiegelman · Book #1 in the Maus series

A graphic novel explores a father's Holocaust survival and a son's struggle with their shared past.

160 pages· 20,049 words
4.4/5 Goodreads · 383,650 ratings
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Summary: In a groundbreaking graphic novel, a son delves into his father's harrowing Holocaust survival, depicted as mice and cats. As he uncovers the past, he grapples with their strained relationship and the haunting legacy of trauma. Will understanding history mend their bond?
Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 2006

Yellow Star

A child survivor of the Lodz ghetto breaks her silence after fifty years.

256 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 16,507 ratings
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Summary: In 1945, the Lodz ghetto was liberated, leaving only twelve child survivors. Syvia Perlmutter was one of them. For decades, she kept her harrowing experiences hidden, but now her story of courage and survival emerges through free verse. Discover the haunting journey of a young girl who endured unimaginable hardship and found the strength to share her past. What memories will she unveil, and how did she survive when so many did not? This poignant narrative invites you to witness a powerful testament to resilience and hope.
Picture Book · Ages 12–15 · 2008

Then

Can Felix and Zelda evade capture in a world eager to betray them for a reward?

182 pages· 35,193 words· Est. 4.5 hour read-aloud
4.4/5 Goodreads · 14,214 ratings
Summary: Felix and Zelda are on the run, escaping the Nazis in a world where betrayal lurks at every corner. With a brave woman's help, they find temporary refuge, but Felix's distinct feature threatens their safety. As danger closes in, Felix faces an impossible choice: stay with Zelda or leave to protect them both. Will he break his promise to save their lives, or will their bond be their undoing? In a race against time, survival hinges on courage and sacrifice.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Resistance

A Jewish girl risks everything to resist the Nazis in occupied Poland.

385 pages· 84,697 words· Est. 12 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 14,989 ratings
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Summary: In Nazi-occupied Poland, Chaya Lindner, a Jewish teenager, becomes a daring courier, smuggling essentials between ghettos. When a mission fails, her resistance network collapses, leaving her isolated. A chilling message from Esther, a fellow resister, propels Chaya toward a pivotal uprising in the Warsaw Ghetto. Can she defy the odds and make a difference in a world where survival is uncertain? This gripping tale of courage and resilience explores the relentless fight for dignity and life against overwhelming oppression.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

I Survived the Nazi Invasion, 1944 (Graphic Novel)

Siblings escape Nazis, join resistance, and face survival amid chaos.

160 pages· 4,857 words· Est. 54 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,809 ratings
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Summary: In Nazi-occupied Poland, Max and Zena Rosen are left alone after their father is taken. With little food, they daringly flee the ghetto, finding refuge with Jewish resistance fighters. As grenades rain down, their survival is uncertain. Can they endure the relentless dangers of war? This gripping graphic novel adaptation of 'I Survived the Nazi Invasion, 1944' combines historical facts with intense storytelling, bringing the harrowing experiences of World War II to life.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

I Survived the Nazi Invasion, 1944

By Lauren Tarshis · Book #9 in the I Survived series

A young boy and his sister navigate the dangers of World War II, including bombings, soldiers, and concentration camps, while searching for hope, family, and a way to survive

112 pages· 10,594 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 9,965 ratings
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Summary: In a war-torn Jewish ghetto, Max and Zena face starvation and fear after their father's capture by Nazis. Fleeing into the forest, they find refuge with resistance fighters. But as bombs rain down, survival becomes uncertain. Can they endure the relentless Nazi invasion and find hope in the darkest times?
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2013

Prisoner B-3087

A boy endures ten concentration camps, clinging to hope amidst horror.

272 pages· 45,477 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 46,699 ratings
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Summary: Yanek Gruener, a Jewish boy in 1930s Poland, faces unimaginable horrors as he's forced through ten concentration camps during the Holocaust. Stripped of everything he loves, Yanek's survival hinges on his resilience and hope. Amidst the brutality, he encounters unexpected moments of humanity. Can he endure the relentless terror without losing his identity? Based on a true story, this gripping tale explores the depths of human endurance and the flickers of hope that can light even the darkest times.
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Poland Picture Books

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

The Cats in Krasinski Square

Ages 7–10 · 2004

A Jewish girl defies the Gestapo in WWII Warsaw.

Marie Curie

Ages 4–8 · 2018

Uncover the groundbreaking journey of a scientist who changed the world.

The Promise

Ages 7–10 · 2018

Sisters face Auschwitz's horrors, risking everything to stay together and survive.

Way Too Many Latkes

Ages 3–8 · 2017

A forgotten latke recipe leads to chaos in Chelm's village of fools.

The Bar Mitzvah Boys

Ages 3–5 · 2019

A grandfather and grandson share a transformative coming-of-age ritual.

Marie Curie

Ages 7–11 · 2018

Discover the groundbreaking journey of a scientist whose passion led to both triumph and tragedy.

Marie Curie

Ages 4–7 · 2018

Discover the groundbreaking achievements and sacrifices of a pioneering scientist.

Fania's Heart

Ages 7–10 · 2018

A mysterious heart-shaped book unveils a hidden past of survival and courage.

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Poland Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about poland for developing and independent readers.

Who Was Marie Curie?

Ages 8–12 · 2014

A biography of Marie Curie, a scientist who discovered a new metal and won the Nobel Prize twice

It Rained Warm Bread

Ages 8–14 · 2019

A boy's hope flickers amidst the Holocaust's darkness, reignited by an unexpected act of kindness.

Chance
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Chance

Ages 8–14 · 2020

A young artist's journey through war-torn Europe reveals hope and resilience.

Jacob's Rescue

Ages 8–12 · 1993

A boy hides from danger in Nazi-occupied Warsaw, risking everything for survival.

The Hidden Girl

Ages 10–13 · 2008

A girl hides from Nazis, clinging to hope and a cherished dress.

Milkweed

Ages 10–13 · 2003

In Nazi-occupied Warsaw, a boy learns survival means becoming nobody.

The Girl Who Survived

Ages 8–12 · 2010

A young girl risks everything to survive Auschwitz during WWII.

Marie Curie

Ages 8–12 · 2007

A pioneering scientist defies odds to win two Nobel Prizes in male-dominated fields.

Marie Curie

Ages 10–17 · 2008

Discover how a scientist's groundbreaking work with radium changed the world.

The Weight of Water

Ages 10–13 · 2012

A girl navigates immigration, loneliness, and first love, seeking solace in swimming.

The Trumpeter of Krakow

Ages 10–13 · 1928

A boy must protect a powerful crystal from a ruthless Tartar chief.

Remember My Story

Ages 10–13 · 2024

A teen and a Holocaust survivor unite to change education laws against hate.

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