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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2021
Starfish
By Lisa Fipps
Ellie battles fat-shaming and seeks freedom in a world obsessed with weight.
256 pages· 25,995 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 37,660 ratings
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Books About Texas · 185 titles considered
The Best Texas Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about texas? 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 Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Texas
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2020
The Inheritance Games
By Jennifer Lynn Barnes · Book #1 in the The Inheritance Games series
A mysterious inheritance thrusts Avery into a deadly game of secrets and survival.
386 pages· 87,899 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,136,935 ratings
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010
Belly Up
By Stuart Gibbs · Book #1 in the FunJungle series
A hippo's suspicious death at FunJungle leads Teddy into a dangerous investigation.
294 pages· 64,074 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 17,043 ratings
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$2185
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 1958
Old Yeller
A boy's life changes when a stray dog becomes his unlikely hero in the Texas hills.
158 pages· 36,061 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 105,171 ratings
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1980
The Original Adventures of Hank the Cowdog
By Gerald L. Holmes (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Hank the Cowdog series
A dog named Hank investigates a murder on a ranch and gets into various misadventures.
127 pages· 23,464 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 6,698 ratings
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1998
Holes
By Louis Sachar, Vladimir Radunsky (Illustrator), Bagram Ibatoulline (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Holes series
A cursed boy digs for secrets at a mysterious camp.
233 pages· 47,105 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
5.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,390,684 ratings
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2009
The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate
An 11-year-old girl challenges societal norms while exploring nature with her grandfather in 1899 Texas.
340 pages
4.0/5 Goodreads · 36,142 ratings
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$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2015
Dumplin'
By Julie Murphy · Book #1 in the Dumplin' series
A girl enters a beauty pageant to reclaim her confidence and challenge societal norms.
400 pages· 85,258 words· Est. 8 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 92,719 ratings
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2016
Skunked!
By Jacqueline Kelly, Teagan White (Illustrator), Jennifer L. Meyer (Illustrator) · Calpurnia Tate, Girl Vet series
Two skunks, one secret. Can they keep them hidden from Mom?
106 pages· 8,131 words· Est. 1 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 744 ratings
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$2152
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2018
Robot Queen
Can Kylie master robotics and coding to win the big competition?
112 pages· 8,217 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 26 ratings
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Texas Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about texas for the youngest readers and listeners.
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$999
Curious Critters Texas
Ages 1–3 · 2016
Discover the vibrant wildlife of Texas in your own backyard.
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$999
Texas Baby
Ages 0–4 · 2014
Discover Texas through the eyes of lively tots.
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$1299
Courageous People from Texas Who Changed the World
Ages 5–6 · 2019
Discover the brave Texans who shaped history with courage and determination.
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$995
Good Night Dallas/Fort Worth
Ages 0–3 · 2016
Explore Dallas/Fort Worth's wonders through a child's eyes in a bedtime journey.
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$1199
All Aboard! Texas
Ages 0–3 · 2019
Embark on a train journey through Texas's iconic landmarks.
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$999
Austin
Ages 3–5 · 2020
Discover Austin's wonders through vibrant photos and fun activities for kids.
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Texas Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about texas for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$1799
All Different Now
Ages 5–9 · 2013
A little girl witnesses the first Juneteenth, marking freedom's arrival.
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$1595
Juneteenth for Mazie
Ages 6–9 · 2015
A young girl prepares to honor the day her ancestors gained freedom.
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$1795
This Is Texas
Ages 6–10 · 1967
Explore Texas's vast landscapes, from bustling cities to wild frontiers, in a vibrant journey through the Lone Star State.
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$1899
The Legend of the Bluebonnet
Ages 4–8 · 1983
A young girl sacrifices to save her tribe, birthing Texas's bluebonnets.
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$2526
Juneteenth
Ages 7–9 · 2005
Discover the origins and evolution of Juneteenth.
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$999
Armadillo Rodeo
Ages 4–8 · 1995
A near-sighted armadillo embarks on a wild chase after a mysterious red figure.
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$2199
Madeline in America
Ages 4–8 · 1999
Madeline's lost American adventure is uncovered, sparking a new journey filled with holiday tales and family memories.
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$1999
Soldier for Equality
Ages 6–9 · 2019
A soldier battles prejudice and fights for civil rights after World War I.
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$1995
Nacho's Nachos
Ages 6–9 · 2020
Discover how a culinary improvisation led to the creation of the world's favorite snack: nachos.
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$799
Waynetta and the Cornstalk
Ages 4–8 · 2007
A desperate trade leads to unexpected magic on a struggling ranch.
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$1699
Little Britches and the Rattlers
Ages 3–6 · 2008
A girl faces seven rattlesnakes on her way to a rodeo.
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$1799
Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch
Ages 5–9 · 2009
A widow inherits a ranch and faces a flood of suitors. Can she outsmart them all?
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Texas Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about texas for developing and independent readers.
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$699
Drover's Secret Life
Ages 9–11 · 2009
Discover Drover's journey from runt to ranch hero in this untold tale.
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$599
The Case of the Dinosaur Birds
Ages 8–11 · 2009
Ranch security faces a prehistoric invasion when scraps vanish mysteriously.
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$699
Hurricane Heroes in Texas
Ages 6–9 · 2020
Two siblings travel back in time to Galveston, Texas, in 1900, where they experience the Great Galveston Hurricane and help people in need
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$799
From Texas with Love
Ages 9–12 · 2014
Twins on a road trip face cryptic threats and hidden dangers in Texas.
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$699
The Case of the Haystack Kitties
Ages 8–11 · 1998
A cowdog faces chaos as cats invade his ranch. Can he reclaim control?
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$699
The Case of the Booby-Trapped Pickup
Ages 8–11 · 2012
A ranch dog's curiosity with a new truck leads to unexpected chaos.
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$899
Poached
Ages 8–12 · 2014
A missing koala, a framed boy, and a race to uncover the truth.
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$599
The Astro Outlaw
Ages 7–9 · 2012
A moonrock is stolen. Can two kids solve the mystery with just a green feather as a clue?
Graphic Nov.
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$1599
Alamo All-Stars
Ages 8–12 · 2016
A ragtag group defends a fort against a Mexican army in a fight for Texas independence.
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$1699
The Big Game
Ages 8–12 · 2018
A young football star must overcome his secret struggle to fulfill his father's legacy.
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$1699
The Other Half of Happy
Ages 9–12 · 2019
A girl navigates identity, family, and friendship while discovering what makes her whole.
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$599
The Rangers Rustlers
Ages 7–9 · 2016
A fake merchandise scam at a baseball game leads to a thrilling mystery.