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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1992
Dinosaurs Before Dark
Two siblings travel through time to the age of the dinosaurs
68 pages· 4,717 words· Est. 53 min read
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 49,767 ratings
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Books About Adventures · 352 titles considered
The Best Adventures Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about adventures? 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 Adventures
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011
Horton Halfpott
A loosened corset leads to chaos and a missing heirloom. Who's to blame?
216 pages· 29,684 words· Est. 4 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 2,141 ratings
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011
Safari, So Good!
By Bonnie Worth, Aristides Ruiz (Illustrator), Joe Mathieu (Illustrator) · The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library series
Join a safari adventure to uncover wild animal secrets with the Cat in the Hat.
48 pages· 1,174 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 169 ratings
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1972
Mouse Tales
Seven mouse boys get a bedtime story each from their Papa.
64 pages· 1,565 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 6,410 ratings
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 4–7 · 1957
Little Bear
A bear's adventures reveal a mother's unwavering love.
64 pages· 1,812 words· Est. 31 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 59,813 ratings
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 1970
Frog and Toad Are Friends
The story of an unlikely yet heartwarming friendship between a frog and a toad.
72 pages· 2,299 words· Est. 26 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 98,124 ratings
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$1699
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10
The Box-Car Children
Four orphaned children run away from their grandfather and live in a boxcar, where they learn to fend for themselves and have many adventures.
160 pages· 17,402 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 131,219 ratings
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$2184
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004
The Way Home
By Andy Runton · Owly series
A lonely owl named Owly befriends a worm and together they have many adventures.
160 pages· 1,332 words· Est. 15 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 7,569 ratings
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020
Fox & Rabbit
Two friends go on a series of adventures together, starting with a trip to the fair and ending with a successful lemonade stand.
90 pages· 2,433 words· Est. 37 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 804 ratings
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$1699
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12
The Wind in the Willows
Can four friends outwit the wretched weasels after Toad's reckless antics?
264 pages· 59,278 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 223,072 ratings
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Adventures Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about adventures for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$599
Little Lucy Goes to School
Ages 5–8 · 2014
A curious beagle explores school, searching for her friend. Can she find him?
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$1599
My Parents Think I'm Sleeping
Ages 6–8 · 1985
A child's nighttime adventures begin when the lights go out.
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$999
Fred and Ted Go Camping
Ages 4–7 · 2005
Two friends go on a camping trip in the woods.
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$599
Danny and the Dinosaur
Ages 4–8 · 1958
A boy befriends a dinosaur that comes to life in a museum.
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$999
Go, Dog. Go!
Ages 5–8 · 1961
A story about dogs and their adventures.
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$599
The Shy Little Kitten
Ages 4–6 · 2015
A group of kittens go on an adventure with various animals they meet along the way.
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$799
Casey Back at Bat
Ages 4–8 · 2007
A failed sports hero gets a second chance to redeem himself. Can he succeed?
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$1899
Wherever You Go
Ages 3–6 · 2015
Embark on a journey with friends to discover magical worlds beyond your doorstep.
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$1999
Fox and the Bike Ride
Ages 4–8 · 2017
Fox turns a dull bike ride into a wild adventure with unexpected twists.
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$1999
Snail Crossing
Ages 4–8 · 2020
A snail's quest for cabbage leads to unexpected friendships and clever solutions.
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$1799
Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks and Things That Go
Ages 3–7 · 1974
Explore a world of vehicles on a whimsical journey to the beach.
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$1999
Stick and Stone
Ages 4–7 · 2015
A story about the unlikely friendship between a stick and a stone.
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Adventures Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about adventures for developing and independent readers.
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$899
Mr. Popper's Penguins
Ages 7–9 · 1938
A house painter receives a surprise gift from Admiral Drake, the famous South Pole explorer, which changes his life forever.
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$899
The 21 Balloons
Ages 8–12 · 1947
A professor's flight goes awry, leading to a mysterious island of wealth and inventions.
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$999
Half Magic
Ages 7–10 · 1954
Four siblings discover a mysterious charm that grants wishes, but with unexpected and often chaotic consequences.
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$799
Nim's Island
Ages 7–11 · 1999
A young girl lives on a deserted island with her scientist father and various animal friends.
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$799
Big Foot and Little Foot
Ages 6–9 · 2018
A young Sasquatch named Hugo befriends a human boy named Boone through a series of letters and gifts exchanged through a magical stream
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$999
Artemis Fowl
Ages 8–12 · 2001
A young mastermind's plan to ransom a fairy may spark a war.
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$699
In a Blink
Ages 6–10 · 2013
Four girls are transported to a magical land called Pixie Hollow, where they meet fairies and go on adventures.
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$1999
Sabotage on the Solar Express
Ages 10–14 · 2024
A young sleuth races to stop a train sabotage before disaster strikes.
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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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$999
Ruby Holler
Ages 8–12 · 2002
Orphaned twins find unexpected adventure and a chance at family in a mysterious place.
Graphic Nov.
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$1499
Sir Ladybug
Ages 6–10 · 2022
A group of insect friends work together to save one of their own from a hungry bird, leading to an unexpected friendship
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$2199
The Best Bear in All the World
Ages 8–12 · 2016
Join Pooh and friends on new seasonal adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood.