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The Best Accidents Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about accidents? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Accidents

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2020

Echo Mountain

By Lauren Wolk

In the wilderness, Ellie seeks healing secrets to save her comatose father.

368 pages· 78,125 words· Est. 8.5 hour read

5.8/7 Bookroo·4.3/5 Goodreads · 11,450 ratings

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Summary: During the Great Depression, Ellie’s family retreats to Echo Mountain after losing everything. When a tragic accident leaves her father in a coma, Ellie is unjustly blamed. Determined to save him, she ventures to find a mysterious healer known as 'the hag.' As Ellie climbs the mountain, she uncovers hidden stories and a chance for redemption. Will she find the cure her father needs, or will the mountain's secrets change her path forever? Discover resilience and self-discovery in this tale of healing and hope.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Restart

By Gordon Korman

A boy with amnesia must uncover his past and decide his future.

256 pages· 59,501 words· Est. 8.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 54,173 ratings

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Summary: Chase wakes up with no memory after a fall, thrust into a life he doesn't recognize. As he returns to school, he faces mixed reactions—some see him as a hero, others fear him. One girl even dumps yogurt on his head. Who was he before the accident, and who will he become now? With a chance to redefine himself, Chase must navigate the complexities of his past and the possibilities of his future. Can he turn a blank slate into a fresh start, or will his past catch up with him?

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Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 1987

Hatchet

By Gary Paulsen · Book #1 in the Brian's Saga series

A boy survives a plane crash and must endure the wilderness with only a hatchet.

Newbery Honor (1988)

186 pages· 42,458 words· Est. 4 hour read

5.0/7 Bookroo·3.8/5 Goodreads · 463,020 ratings

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Summary: Thirteen-year-old Brian faces the ultimate test of survival after a plane crash leaves him stranded in the Canadian wilderness. With only a hatchet and his wits, he must learn to fend for himself. As he battles nature's challenges, Brian discovers resilience and courage he never knew he had. Can he overcome the wild and his inner turmoil to find a way back to civilization? This gripping tale of endurance and self-discovery will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 1969

The Cay

By Theodore Taylor · Book #1 in the The Cay series

Stranded at sea, a boy must rely on an unlikely ally to survive and see beyond prejudice.

Jane Addams Children's Book Award (1970)

160 pages· 26,482 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

3.8/5 Goodreads · 38,868 ratings

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Summary: Phillip's world turns upside down when his ship is torpedoed, leaving him stranded on a raft with only a cat and an old West Indian, Timothy. As they drift to a deserted island, Phillip's blindness forces him to depend on Timothy, challenging his ingrained prejudices. Can Phillip learn to trust and survive in this harsh new reality, or will his past beliefs be his downfall? Discover a gripping tale of survival, friendship, and the true meaning of seeing beyond the surface.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2008

The Adoration of Jenna Fox

By Mary E. Pearson · Book #1 in the Jenna Fox Chronicles series

A girl awakens from a coma with no memory. Are her memories truly hers?

Golden Kite Honor (2009)

266 pages· 62,853 words· Est. 6 hour read

3.7/5 Goodreads · 53,336 ratings

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Summary: Jenna Fox wakes from a coma with no memory of her past, only fragments of a life she can't fully grasp. As she pieces together her identity, unsettling questions arise: Are these memories truly hers, or is there a deeper mystery at play? Set in a near-future America, Jenna's journey delves into the ethics of biotechnology and the essence of humanity. As she uncovers the truth, Jenna must confront the reality of who she is and what it means to be human. What secrets lie beneath her reconstructed life?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

Safe and Sound!

By Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain · The Berenstain Bears series

Will Brother and Sister Bear choose safety over fitting in at the new skate spot?

32 pages

4.3/5 Goodreads · 985 ratings

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Summary: Brother and Sister Bear face a dilemma when their skate park closes. The new spot is popular, but safety gear is uncool. Will they heed Mama's advice or risk it to fit in? As they navigate peer pressure and the desire to belong, the stakes are high: safety versus acceptance. This tale explores the challenge of making the right choice when it's not the easy one. Young readers will relate to the Bears' struggle, while parents will appreciate the story's clear message about the importance of safety.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

Across the Desert

By Dusti Bowling

A girl races against time to save a stranded pilot in the Arizona desert.

320 pages· 50,664 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,747 ratings

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Summary: Twelve-year-old Jolene's life changes when she witnesses her friend Addie's plane crash during a livestream. With no one to help, Jolene must brave the harsh Arizona desert to rescue Addie before it's too late. Armed with only a hand-drawn map and a stolen phone, Jolene's journey is fraught with danger and hope. Can she save the Desert Aviator and find strength within herself? This gripping tale of survival and friendship will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Mission Hindenburg

By C. Alexander London · Book #2 in the The 39 Clues: Doublecross series

A mysterious foe recreates history's worst disasters. Can the Cahills stop him in time?

190 pages· 40,530 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 4,140 ratings

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Summary: The Cahill siblings, Dan and Amy, face a chilling challenge from a mysterious figure known as The Outcast. He's recreating history's worst disasters, and the young Cahills must unravel his cryptic clues to prevent catastrophe. With one disaster averted, they race against time to decipher the next threat—a modern twist on the Hindenburg explosion. As they split up and take to the skies, the stakes couldn't be higher. Can they outsmart The Outcast before their world is shattered?

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2011

A Dog's Way Home

By Bobbie Pyron

Separated by fate, can a girl and her dog find their way back to each other across mountains and time?

336 pages· 61,634 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,330 ratings

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Summary: In the Blue Ridge Mountains, Abby's world shatters when a tragic accident separates her from Tam, her beloved Shetland sheepdog. As weeks turn into months, both face dangers and changes that test their bond. Abby's heart aches for her 'north star,' while Tam navigates the wild, driven by loyalty. Will their unbreakable connection guide them home, or will the miles and mountains prove too great? This tale of friendship and resilience asks: can love truly conquer all obstacles?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004

Merry Christmas, Geronimo!

By Geronimo Stilton · Book #12 in the Geronimo Stilton series

Christmas chaos strikes when mishaps threaten holiday cheer.

128 pages· 10,046 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 7,571 ratings

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Summary: Geronimo Stilton eagerly anticipates a festive Christmas with his nephew, but calamity ensues. A tail slip lands him in the hospital, and a fire threatens his home. Can he salvage the holiday spirit amidst the chaos?

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Accidents Picture Books

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

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It's Okay to Make Mistakes

Ages 2–5 · 2014

Embrace mistakes and discover unexpected joys in life's happy accidents.

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I Broke My Trunk!

Ages 3–5 · 2011

Gerald's trunk is broken. How did it happen?

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Titan and the Wild Boars

Ages 4–8 · 2019

A soccer team trapped in a flooded cave faces a race against time for survival.

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The Circus Ship

Ages 4–8 · 2009

A circus ship sinks off the coast of Maine, leaving its animals to fend for themselves on a nearby island.

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No Jumping on the Bed

Ages 2–6 · 1987

Ignoring a warning, a boy's bed crashes through floors, leading to unexpected adventures.

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I Broke My Butt!

Ages 6–10 · 2019

A child's butt breaks into pieces after a bike accident and they try to fix it with glue.

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The Wreck of the Zephyr

Ages 6–9 · 1983

A boy's quest to master the sea leads to a mysterious, sky-bound adventure.

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Harriet, You'll Drive Me Wild!

Ages 4–7 · 2000

A pesky child and her mother navigate love despite their flaws.

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Tiptop Cat

Ages 4–7 · 2014

A cat's fall tests its courage to climb again.

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Paddington Sets Sail

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A beach trip turns into an unexpected adventure.

Graphic Nov.

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Accident!

Ages 4–7 · 2017

A clumsy armadillo's mishap spirals into chaos, proving mistakes aren't the end.

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Pinkalicious and the Babysitter

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A broken mug becomes a creative challenge. Can it be turned into art?

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Accidents Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about accidents for developing and independent readers.

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Lucky Stars

Ages 7–10 · 2019

A boy's bike ride with his friend takes an unexpected turn after he loses control and crashes.

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Planet Earth Is Blue

Ages 9–12 · 2019

A nonverbal girl awaits a space shuttle launch, hoping to reunite with her missing sister.

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The Explorer

Ages 8–12 · 2017

Kids stranded in the Amazon discover a map leading to a hidden secret.

I Survived the Hindenburg Disaster, 1937

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I Survived the Hindenburg Disaster, 1937

Ages 7–10 · 2016

A young boy and his family board the Hindenburg airship to travel from Germany to America, but their journey is disrupted by a mysterious spy and a catastrophic event