Books About Spain · 40 titles considered

The Best Spain Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about spain? 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 Fountains of Silence
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Spain

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2019

The Fountains of Silence

By Ruta Sepetys

In 1957 Madrid, a young photographer uncovers dark secrets beneath a sunny facade, risking everything for truth and love.

512 pages· 100,174 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 85,916 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1964

Shadow of a Bull

A young man must choose between his father's legacy and his own path, confronting fear and expectations.

Newbery Medal (1965)
160 pages· 31,158 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.6/5 Goodreads · 5,292 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

Thea Stilton and the Spanish Dance Mission

By Thea Stilton · Book #16 in the Thea Stilton series

A group of mouse friends solve a mystery involving a stolen fan and a treasure hidden by their ancestor.

176 pages· 12,041 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,345 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

Traitor's Chase

Time-traveling Greg faces betrayal and danger in 1615 Paris.

272 pages· 49,523 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 1,516 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Ellen Outside the Lines

A school trip challenges Ellen's view of friendship and identity.

352 pages· 60,867 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,462 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

All You Knead Is Love

A girl discovers a passion for baking while trying to save a beloved bakery and mend her fractured family.

384 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 909 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2006

Tales Our Abuelitas Told

By Alma Flor Ada, F. Isabel Campoy, Felipe Davalos (Illustrator), Susan Guevara (Illustrator), Leyla Torres (Illustrator), Vivi Escriva (Illustrator)

Discover timeless tales celebrating the vibrant spirit and heritage of Hispanic culture.

118 pages· 21,093 words· Est. 2.5 hour read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 256 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Miguel's Brave Knight

By Margarita Engle, Raúl Colón (Illustrator)

A boy's imagination defies a harsh world, inspiring a legendary literary journey.

32 pages· 900 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 224 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1955

Columbus

A weaver's son defies the odds to prove the world is round, embarking on daring voyages.

61 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 785 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2024

Across So Many Seas

Four generations, one family, countless journeys. Discover the ties that bind them across time and seas.

272 pages· 46,260 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,030 ratings
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Spain Picture Books

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

Bagels from Benny

Ages 4–8 · 2003

A boy leaves bagels for God, believing they are eaten each week.

Mexique

Ages 7–10 · 2020

Children flee war-torn Spain for Mexico, facing an uncertain future.

Don Quixote and the Windmills

Ages 5–10 · 2004

A delusional knight battles windmills he believes are giants.

Follow the Dream

Ages 3–7 · 1991

Explore Columbus's journey and the mythical creatures of his time.

Picasso's Trousers

Ages 5–7 · 2011

Picasso defies convention, creating art that challenges norms and inspires change.

The Tale of Fancy Nancy

Ages 4–8 · 1977

A fussy mouse's choice leads to a surprising fallout with cats.

Carmen and the House That Gaudí Built

Ages 5–8 · 2021

A girl finds hope in a city through a unique house and her imaginary friend.

I See Things Differently

Ages 4–7 · 2014

Discover autism's impact and foster understanding among children.

Pablo Picasso
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Pablo Picasso

Ages 4–8 · 2022

Discover how a young dreamer became a legendary artist.

Spain

Ages 8–11 · 2018

Exploring the country and culture of Spain through its landmarks, customs, and traditions.

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Spain Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about spain for developing and independent readers.

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Asterix in Spain

Ages 11–14 · 1969

A daring rescue mission leads to unexpected chaos and adventure.

Who Was Ferdinand Magellan?

Ages 8–12 · 2004

A young Portuguese explorer sets out to circumnavigate the globe, facing numerous challenges and dangers along the way

Who Was Christopher Columbus?
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Who Was Christopher Columbus?

Ages 8–12 · 2013

A sailor's quest for new trade routes faces financial hurdles and ambition.

The Basque Dragon

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A dragon vanishes in Basque mountains. Can the Unicorn Rescue Society save it?

A Mutiny in Time

Ages 9–12 · 2012

Time's broken. Can they fix history's mutiny?

Isabel

Ages 9–12 · 2000

A princess defies political schemes to choose her own destiny.

A Ceiling Made of Eggshells

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A young girl navigates danger and duty during the Jewish expulsion from Spain, torn between family loyalty and personal dreams.

Adventures of Don Quixote

Ages 8–14 · 1999

A delusional knight and his squire embark on absurd quests, mistaking reality for fantasy.

Different

Ages 9–14 · 2022

Two siblings hide their identity in war-torn Spain, risking everything for a chance at freedom.

Toro! Toro!

Ages 9–11 · 2001

A boy and his bull flee war and bullfighting in a quest for freedom.

The Summer of Broken Things

Ages 13–17 · 2018

Two estranged friends uncover a life-altering family secret in Spain.

Festival in Valencia

Ages 8–9 · 2006

A festival visit sparks unexpected adventures.

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