Books About Wisconsin · 45 titles considered

The Best Wisconsin Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about wisconsin? 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.

Little House in the Big Woods
One Came Home
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Wisconsin

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1932

Little House in the Big Woods

By Laura Ingalls Wilder, Garth Williams (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Little House on the Prairie series

A young girl and her family live in a log cabin in the Big Woods of Wisconsin during the late 19th century.

238 pages· 33,170 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 290,632 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

The Year of Billy Miller

By Kevin Henkes · Book #1 in the Billy Miller series

A young boy navigates the challenges of second grade while dealing with family dynamics and his own self-doubt.

240 pages· 21,830 words· Est. 4 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 9,073 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2000

Hope Was Here

A small-town diner becomes the battleground for a mayoral race against corruption.

186 pages· 42,314 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 21,594 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1935

Caddie Woodlawn

A spirited girl defies norms, befriends outsiders, and challenges her world.

Newbery Medal (1936)
288 pages· 51,591 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 54,380 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2013

One Came Home

A girl defies the odds to uncover the truth about her missing sister in 1871 Wisconsin.

272 pages
3.8/5 Goodreads · 10,735 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Billy Miller Makes a Wish

A young boy navigates the challenges of growing up and understanding the world around him.

192 pages· 17,557 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 711 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994

Winter Days in the Big Woods

Winter arrives in the Big Woods; Laura and Mary embrace the season's magic and chores.

32 pages· 562 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,936 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995

Going to Town

A family's first trip to town brings unexpected wonders and excitement.

32 pages· 1,074 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 528 ratings
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Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994

Dance at Grandpa's

Join a family adventure to a lively party full of music and joy.

40 pages· 501 words· Est. 9 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 889 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995

Christmas in the Big Woods

Celebrate a simple, joyful Christmas in the Big Woods with Laura's family.

32 pages· 547 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,828 ratings
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Wisconsin Picture Books

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

The Legend of Gravity

Ages 4–8 · 2022

A new basketball star's skills are tested in a high-stakes tournament finale. Can talent alone secure victory?

Gertie

Ages 6–9 · 2023

A duck nests in a precarious spot, captivating a war-weary world.

The Raft

Ages 4–8 · 2000

A magical raft transforms a boy's summer, revealing hidden talents and unexpected bonds.

Summertime in the Big Woods

Ages 4–8 · 1996

Summer arrives, and two sisters explore the joys of outdoor adventures.

The Deer in the Wood

Ages 4–8 · 1995

Two sisters await their father's return from the woods with a special story.

Sugar Snow

Ages 4–8 · 1998

Late spring snow brings sweet surprises for Laura in the Big Woods.

A Little House Birthday

Ages 4–8 · 1997

Celebrate a memorable fifth birthday in the Big Woods with Laura and her family.

County Fair

Ages 4–8 · 1997

A county fair holds surprises and a special pumpkin contest for a young boy.

Prairie Boy

Ages 7–10 · 2019

A young boy transforms architecture by blending buildings with nature.

In Mary's Garden

Ages 6–9 · 2015

A young artist transforms her garden into a whimsical gallery using everyday objects.

ABCs of Wisconsin
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ABCs of Wisconsin

Ages 0–5

Explore Wisconsin's wonders from A to Z in this charming alphabet journey for little ones.

The Littlest Bunny in Wisconsin

Ages 4–7 · 2015

A tiny bunny with a big secret hides eggs everywhere, even at your house!

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Wisconsin Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about wisconsin for developing and independent readers.

Amina's Song

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Amina struggles to connect her two worlds after a life-changing trip.

Leaving Lymon

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A boy's journey from the South to the North tests his resilience and love for music.

The Adventures of Laura & Jack

Ages 6–10 · 1997

A pioneer girl and her extraordinary dog face wild adventures on the frontier.

The Rhino in Right Field

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A boy faces a rhino and family expectations to chase his baseball dream.

Little House in Brookfield

Ages 8–12 · 1996

A young girl faces new challenges and adventures in 1845 frontier Wisconsin after her father's disappearance.

The Mystery of the Runaway Ghost

Ages 7–10 · 2004

A ghostly bell rings in the night. Is the runaway ghost back?

Cold as Marble
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Cold as Marble

Ages 13–17 · 2019

A deadly game claims lives. Can McKenna stop the curse before it's too late?

Ida B

Ages 8–12 · 2004

A young girl faces life's upheavals and discovers resilience amidst change.

The Pumpkin War
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The Pumpkin War

Ages 8–12 · 2019

Former friends race giant pumpkins, but a surprise visit changes everything.

Thimble Summer

Ages 8–12 · 1938

A silver thimble sparks a summer of unexpected adventures.

The Island

Ages 12–+ · 1988

A teen seeks solitude on an island, but the world won't let him go.

Freedom Train North

Ages 8–13 · 2011

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