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Chapter Book · 1846
The Count of Monte Cristo
A sailor's quest for revenge after wrongful imprisonment leads to a treasure and a reckoning with fate.
531 pages· 455,380 words
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,066,788 ratings
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Books About Ambition · 21 titles considered
The Best Ambition Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about ambition? 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.
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The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Ambition
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2008
Quarterback Sneak
A young football player must navigate the challenges of teamwork and personal ambition when his quarterback's uncle, a famous pro football player, starts giving him advice that puts the team's success at risk.
72 pages· 4,611 words· Est. 39 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 199 ratings
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$1139
Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2000
Naruto
By Masashi Kishimoto · Book #1 in the NARUTO series
A mischievous ninja-in-training aims to become the greatest, but his destiny holds unexpected challenges.
187 pages· 8,057 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 248,031 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2018
Wedgie & Gizmo vs. the Toof
A guinea pig named Gizmo plans to take over the world with the help of a drone and a cavy horde, while a corgi named Wedgie tries to learn tricks to win a pet parade trophy
192 pages· 17,557 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 460 ratings
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2022
Diper Överlöde
By Jeff Kinney · Book #17 in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series
Greg joins his brother's band, facing chaos and rock 'n' roll challenges.
224 pages· 17,686 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 15,480 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–17 · 2000
Naruto, Vol. 5
By Masashi Kishimoto · Book #5 in the NARUTO series
Young ninja faces daunting exams to prove his worth.
181 pages· 8,497 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 25,589 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
A Kite for Moon
A boy's promise to the moon leads him on a journey to become an astronaut.
32 pages· 314 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 734 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2008
The Big Field
By Mike Lupica
A shortstop's loyalty is tested when betrayal strikes before the championship.
272 pages· 55,519 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 6,557 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–15 · 2016
Top Prospect
By Paul Volponi
A young quarterback must navigate high school pressures to secure his future in football.
280 pages· 53,782 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 416 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2001
Judy Moody Gets Famous!
A third-grader tries to become famous by winning a spelling bee, breaking a world record, and performing a trick with her pet cat.
144 pages· 9,286 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 11,343 ratings
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Ambition Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about ambition for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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Alexander Hamilton: From Orphan to Founding Father
Ages 5–8
A young immigrant rises from obscurity to become a key figure in the founding of a nation through determination, intellect, and unwavering ambition.
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$1899
Why Not You?
Ages 4–8
Dare to dream big and ask, 'Why not you?'
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Hey Black Child
Ages 4–8 · 2017
Discover your potential and dream big in this empowering poem.
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$1499
You Are Magic
Ages 3–6 · 2025
Discover the magic within by following Ariana's inspiring journey.
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Ambition Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about ambition for developing and independent readers.
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The Climb
Ages 8–12 · 2002
Young climbers face fierce competition and deadly storms on Everest.
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Macbeth (Graphic Novel)
Ages 10–14 · 1623
A prophecy ignites ambition, leading to a bloody quest for power.
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$699
The Kid Who Ran for President
Ages 8–12 · 1996
A twelve-year-old runs for President. Can he win?
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$2199
Kisses and Croissants
Ages 12–+ · 2021
An American ballerina's Parisian summer is complicated by rivalry, high expectations, and unexpected romance.
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Cheating Lessons
Ages 13–18 · 2002
A young debater faces a moral dilemma when she discovers cheating before a crucial competition.
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$1199
Beyblade X, Vol. 4
Ages 8–11 · 2025
A mysterious challenger disrupts the ultimate Beyblade showdown at The X tower. Who will claim victory?
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$995
Frankenstein (Core Classics)
Ages 10–12
A scientist's ambition to unlock the secret of life leads to devastating consequences.
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