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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12
The Secret Garden
A lonely girl discovers a hidden garden with a mysterious key.
352 pages· 80,729 words· Est. 11 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,194,235 ratings
Books About 1850-1899 · 556 titles considered
The Best 1850-1899 Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about 1850-1899? 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 1850-1899
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$958
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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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1876
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
A murder witnessed, a secret oath, and a perilous cave. Can Tom Sawyer escape danger?
336 pages· 70,131 words· Est. 10 hour read
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,038,817 ratings
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$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2001
The Land
A boy of mixed heritage seeks his own land in a divided post-Civil War world.
416 pages· 118,586 words· Est. 13 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 7,756 ratings
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$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2004
Annie, Between the States
A divided heart and home in the Civil War's path. Where does loyalty lie?
535 pages· 100,110 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,206 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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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 1906
White Fang
By Jack London
A wild creature battles nature and its own instincts to find trust in humans.
256 pages· 72,088 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 210,578 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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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1947
The 21 Balloons
A professor's flight goes awry, leading to a mysterious island of wealth and inventions.
192 pages· 32,795 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 26,307 ratings
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007
Elijah of Buxton
A boy's quest to reclaim stolen freedom money leads him into a world of danger and discovery.
341 pages· 77,916 words· Est. 11 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 14,408 ratings
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1850-1899 Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about 1850-1899 for the youngest readers and listeners.
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$1599
Marie Curie
Ages 2–4 · 2016
Discover Marie Curie's journey from childhood dreams to groundbreaking scientific achievements.
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$1599
Maria Montessori
Ages 0–3 · 2019
Discover a trailblazer who revolutionized education and changed children's lives.
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$1599
Mahatma Gandhi
Ages 0–3 · 2019
A rebellious youth becomes a symbol of peace, uniting a nation.
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$899
Black Jack
Ages 2–6 · 2010
A boxer defies odds to break the color barrier and claim the heavyweight title.
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$1299
V Is for Vittles
Ages 0–3 · 2016
Discover the ABCs through the wild and adventurous Wild West.
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$999
Where's Your Hat, Abe Lincoln?
Ages 0–3 · 2017
Abe Lincoln's hat is missing. Can he find it before the Gettysburg Address?
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$1699
Little Women (BabyLit Storybook)
Ages 3–5 · 2019
Discover the March family's adventures as they grow and learn together.
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$799
I am Kind
Ages 2–5 · 2019
Discover how a young boy became a legendary leader.
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$599
My Little Golden Book About the Statue of Liberty
Ages 2–5 · 2018
Discover how the Statue of Liberty was built and its global significance.
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$1199
Teddy Roosevelt Loved the Outdoors
Ages 0–3 · 2022
Discover how a determined child became a conservationist president.
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1850-1899 Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about 1850-1899 for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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Harriet Tubman
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Discover Harriet Tubman's daring escapes and secret missions during the Civil War.
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$899
Abe's Honest Words
Ages 6–8 · 2008
A self-taught leader battles to end slavery and unite a divided nation.
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$1599
Emmeline Pankhurst
Ages 4–8 · 2017
A young dreamer fights for women's voting rights, changing history.
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$1999
The Crayon Man
Ages 6–9 · 2019
A man invents a new kind of colored crayon that brings joy to children all around the world.
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$899
Elizabeth Leads the Way
Ages 6–10 · 2008
A woman defies societal norms to fight for voting rights, changing history forever.
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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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$1999
The House That Jane Built
Ages 6–9 · 2015
A woman transforms a Chicago neighborhood with a community center, impacting thousands.
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$1999
This Bridge Will Not Be Gray
Ages 5–8 · 2015
Discover the quirky history of the Golden Gate Bridge's iconic color.
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$1899
Hi, I'm Norman
Ages 4–8 · 2019
Discover the life of an artist who captured the American spirit.
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$1799
On a Beam of Light
Ages 6–9 · 2013
A boy dreams of light-speed travel, destined to revolutionize our understanding of the universe.
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$1899
Before She Was Harriet
Ages 4–8 · 2017
Discover the many lives of Harriet Tubman, from slave to spy to liberator.
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$2199
Her Right Foot
Ages 5–8 · 2017
Why is the Statue of Liberty stepping forward? Discover a hidden message of acceptance.
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1850-1899 Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about 1850-1899 for developing and independent readers.
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$2199
The Monstrumologist
Ages 14–18 · 2009
An orphaned assistant and his mentor face a monstrous threat that could consume the world.
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$899
Shane
Ages 12–15 · 1949
A mysterious stranger's arrival ignites a deadly feud, changing a family's fate forever.
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$799
The Call of the Wild
Ages 11–15 · 1903
Kidnapped and thrust into the Yukon wilderness, Buck must fight to survive and reclaim his power.
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$899
One Came Home
Ages 10–14 · 2013
A girl defies the odds to uncover the truth about her missing sister in 1871 Wisconsin.
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$899
The Case of the Missing Marquess
Ages 10–13 · 2006
A young detective races against time to solve her mother's disappearance amidst danger and intrigue.
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$1599
Skunked!
Ages 7–10 · 2016
Two skunks, one secret. Can they keep them hidden from Mom?
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$799
The Red Badge of Courage
Ages 11–16 · 1895
A young soldier faces fear and self-doubt in the chaos of war.
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$999
On the Banks of Plum Creek
Ages 8–12 · 1937
A pioneer family faces nature's fury with resilience and unity on Plum Creek.
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$1599
The Prairie Thief
Ages 8–11 · 2012
A young girl's father is accused of theft and she must navigate a complex web of relationships and secrets to clear his name.
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$999
The Long Winter
Ages 8–12 · 1940
A brutal winter traps a town; survival hinges on a daring quest for food.
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$999
These Happy Golden Years
Ages 8–12 · 1943
Laura faces homesickness and challenges while teaching to support her sister's education.
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$999
Little House on the Prairie
Ages 8–12 · 1935
A pioneer family faces unexpected challenges on the Kansas prairie.