Books About Adulthood · 6 titles considered

The Best Adulthood Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about adulthood? 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 Secret Knowledge of Grown-Ups
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Our 6 Favorite Books About Adulthood

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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2019

When I Pray for You

By Matthew Paul Turner, Kimberley Barnes (Illustrator)

A heartfelt journey of prayers and dreams for a child's future.

48 pages· 698 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.7/5 Goodreads · 983 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1998

The Secret Knowledge of Grown-Ups

A daring adult uncovers shocking secrets hidden by parents. What are they hiding?

48 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 631 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2020

The Inner Child

Discover why adults hide their inner child and the joy of letting it play.

24 pages
5.1/7 Bookroo experts·3.3/5 Goodreads · 16 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

Summer Jackson: Grown Up

By Teresa Harris, A.G. Ford (Illustrator)

Summer wants to skip childhood for adulthood's perks, but is it really better?

32 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 151 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2018

When I Grow Up

By Tim Minchin, Steve Antony (Illustrator)

Children dream of limitless adventures and possibilities when they grow up.

26 pages· 248 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 248 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2019

Grown-ups Never Do That

Discover the hilarious truth: even adults misbehave sometimes!

40 pages· 97 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
2.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 416 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
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