Books About Vermont

The Best Vermont Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about vermont? 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 Vermont

Pollyanna
Sale price
$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1913

Pollyanna

By Eleanor H. Porter, Eleanor H. Porter (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Pollyanna series

Can Pollyanna's optimism survive when tragedy strikes and hope fades?

208 pages· 55,325 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 93,007 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Pollyanna, a spirited orphan, moves in with her stern Aunt Polly, spreading joy despite life's hardships. But when a tragic accident leaves her unable to walk, her unwavering optimism is tested. As the community she once uplifted rallies around her, will Pollyanna find the strength to embrace happiness again? Discover how one girl's indomitable spirit transforms lives and faces the ultimate challenge.
A Day No Pigs Would Die
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$1691
Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 1972

A Day No Pigs Would Die

By Robert Newton Peck · Book #1 in the A Day No Pigs Would Die series

A boy faces life's harsh realities on a Shaker farm.

163 pages
3.6 Goodreads · 10,642 ratings
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Prebound-Glued
Summary: On a Shaker farm in Vermont, a 13-year-old boy confronts the harsh realities of life and death. As he takes on adult responsibilities, he navigates the challenges of growing up with Yankee wit and wisdom. Will he find his place in a world that demands so much from him? This poignant tale captures the essence of a boyhood journey that resonates across generations.
Love, Aubrey
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009

Love, Aubrey

By Suzanne LaFleur

Aubrey faces loss and a life-changing decision in Vermont.

272 pages· 52,603 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 11,717 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: After an unimaginable loss, young Aubrey moves to Vermont to live with her grandmother. As she navigates new friendships and the path to healing, she must confront a pivotal choice that could redefine her future. Will she find the strength to move forward, or will the past hold her back? Discover Aubrey's journey of resilience and hope in this touching tale of recovery and self-discovery.
Understood Betsy
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1916

Understood Betsy

By Dorothy Canfield Fisher · Dover Evergreen Classics series

City girl faces unexpected country life, transforming her world.

176 pages· 46,793 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 15,660 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Elizabeth Ann, a sheltered city girl, is thrust into the rustic world of her 'horrid' country cousins. Amidst farm chores and newfound friendships, she discovers independence and self-reliance. Will this unexpected journey redefine her identity? Dive into a tale of transformation and freedom, where a young girl's world expands beyond her imagination.
A Time Traveler's Theory of Relativity
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2019

A Time Traveler's Theory of Relativity

By Nicole Valentine

A boy must defy logic to rescue his time-traveling mother.

352 pages· 64,595 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 602 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Twelve-year-old Finn, a science enthusiast, faces a family mystery when his mother vanishes. His grandmother reveals a secret: the women in their family are time travelers. With his mom trapped in time, Finn must embrace the impossible and use a hidden portal to find her. Can he trust in magic over science to bring his family back together?
Bell's Star
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2009

Bell's Star

By Alison Hart, Ruth Sanderson (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Horse Diaries series

A young horse named Star helps a runaway slave girl named Eliza escape to Canada

144 pages· 8,357 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 926 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In 1850s Vermont, Bell’s Star, a spirited Morgan colt, dreams of freedom with his friend Katie. When they aid a runaway slave girl, Star's perception of liberty is challenged. As he gallops through danger and discovery, Star's journey unfolds in his own words, blending history with the heart of a horse. Will his longing for freedom lead to unexpected paths? Dive into a tale where courage and friendship redefine what it means to be truly free.
Chirp
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2020

Chirp

By Kate Messner

A girl uncovers a mystery threatening her grandmother's farm while confronting her own hidden secret.

227 pages
4.1 Goodreads · 2,657 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Mia's summer in Vermont is anything but ordinary. Recovering from a broken arm and hiding a secret, she faces a new challenge: her grandmother's cricket farm is under threat. Is it sabotage or confusion from Gram's recent stroke? As Mia and her friends delve into the mystery, they race against time to save the farm. Along the way, Mia must find the courage to reveal her own secret. Will she uncover the truth and find her voice? This summer adventure is rich with friendship, science, and the journey of growing up.
Ruby in the Sky
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Ruby in the Sky

By Jeanne Zulick Ferruolo

Ruby must choose between silence and saving her new friends from swirling rumors.

320 pages
4.3 Goodreads · 1,049 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Twelve-year-old Ruby Moon Hayes wants to stay invisible in Vermont, hiding her family's troubles. But when Syrian refugee Ahmad and mysterious recluse Abigail become her friends, Ruby faces a choice. As rumors threaten those she cares about, will she break her silence to protect them? Discover the magic of courage and friendship in a world of secrets.
Too Bright to See
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2021

Too Bright to See

By Kyle Lukoff

A ghostly mystery leads Bug to a life-changing discovery about identity.

Newbery Honor (2022)National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2021)Stonewall Book Award – Children's & Young Adult Literature (2022)
188 pages· 45,436 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 6,247 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Eleven-year-old Bug faces a summer of change as their best friend Moira focuses on makeup and boys. But Bug's attention is drawn to a ghost haunting their Vermont home. As Bug unravels the ghost's secrets, a profound truth about their own identity emerges, challenging everything Bug thought they knew about themselves. What does the ghost want, and how will Bug's discovery reshape their future?
The Light in the Lake
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2019

The Light in the Lake

By Sarah R. Baughman

A girl uncovers secrets of a lake tied to her brother's mysterious death.

336 pages· 67,324 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 388 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Twelve-year-old Addie is drawn to Maple Lake, where her brother Amos drowned. Despite warnings, she takes a summer job studying the lake, uncovering secrets with Tai, the researcher's son. As they delve into Amos's clues, they discover the lake's peril and a pollution source close to home. Addie must choose between the science she trusts and the magic that connects her to Amos, a decision that will change everything.
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Vermont Picture Books

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

A Christmas Like Helen's
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$1600

A Christmas Like Helen's

Ages 4–8 · 2004

Experience a Christmas of sleigh rides and moonlit skating in a simpler time.

Nora's Ark
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$1799

Nora's Ark

Ages 4–9 · 2005

A flood threatens; can Grandma's house shelter everyone, and where is Grandpa?

Snowflake Bentley
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$1799

Snowflake Bentley

Ages 4–8 · 1998

A young boy's fascination with snowflakes leads him to become a pioneer in the field of microphotography.

Vermont
Series
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$3095

Vermont

Ages 8–13 · 2022

Uncover Vermont's hidden history and vibrant culture beyond its scenic peaks.

John and Tom
Series
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$1495

John and Tom

Ages 4–8 · 2001

A logger's life hangs in the balance; only his loyal horse can save him.

From Dawn till Dusk
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$695

From Dawn till Dusk

Ages 4–7 · 2002

Experience farm life through the seasons, where chores lead to unexpected adventures.

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Vermont Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about vermont for developing and independent readers.

The Hand on the Wall
#3 in Series
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$1599

The Hand on the Wall

Ages 14–+ · 2020

A storm, a murderer, and a mystery unsolved. Can Stevie connect the dots before it's too late?

The Next Great Paulie Fink
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$799

The Next Great Paulie Fink

Ages 9–12 · 2019

New kid Caitlyn must uncover the mystery of a legendary prankster while discovering her own identity.

Dead Voices
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$1799

Dead Voices

Ages 9–12 · 2019

Snowed in at a haunted lodge, three friends face chilling mysteries and a ghost hunter's secrets.

Justin Morgan Had a Horse
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$799

Justin Morgan Had a Horse

Ages 8–12 · 1945

A runt colt defies odds to become a legendary horse breed's progenitor.

All the Lovely Bad Ones
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$999

All the Lovely Bad Ones

Ages 10–13 · 2008

Siblings' ghostly pranks awaken real spirits at a Vermont inn. Can they stop the haunting?

Two Can Keep a Secret
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$1499

Two Can Keep a Secret

Ages 14–+ · 2019

A town's deadly secrets resurface as Ellery uncovers a chilling mystery.

The Same Stuff as Stars
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$799

The Same Stuff as Stars

Ages 10–12 · 2002

Abandoned by family, a young girl finds hope in a mysterious star-gazer.

Truly Devious
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$1599

Truly Devious

Ages 14–+ · 2018

A cold case haunts a prestigious academy as a new student seeks the truth.

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