Books About Amusement Parks · 130 titles considered

The Best Amusement Parks Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about amusement parks? 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.

Rumble of the Coaster Ghost
Ride for Your Life!
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus

By Dusti Bowling · Life of a Cactus series

A girl without arms uncovers secrets in a mysterious theme park while facing new challenges and friendships.

262 pages· 48,376 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 38,976 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2017

I Am (Not) Scared

Two friends face their fears at an amusement park, discovering bravery in unexpected ways.

32 pages· 116 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
5.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,396 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020

A Ride to Remember

A carousel ride becomes a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights movement.

40 pages· 1,745 words· Est. 14 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 410 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2013

Three's a Crowd!

By Ray O’Ryan, Colin Jack (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the Galaxy Zack series

A boy is excited to show his friend from Earth around his new home on the planet Nebulon

128 pages· 4,776 words· Est. 37 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 264 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2016

Rumble of the Coaster Ghost

A group of friends must stop a monster from taking over their town

96 pages· 6,450 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 807 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2014

Athena the Proud

Athena's labyrinth upgrade spirals into chaos. Can she fix her mistakes?

240 pages· 30,389 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,288 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2018

Amelia Fang and the Memory Thief

Amelia must solve the mystery of disappearing memories to save her friends and win a spooky contest.

224 pages· 18,544 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 896 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2014

Ride for Your Life!

A rollercoaster makes riders vanish. Can Creepella solve the mystery before she disappears too?

128 pages· 7,670 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 677 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2016

Carnival in a Fix

A young girl helps her friends solve a mystery at a funfair on the moon.

212 pages· 17,736 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 247 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2018

Where Is Walt Disney World?

The story of Walt Disney's life and the creation of Disney World

112 pages· 7,692 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 667 ratings
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Amusement Parks Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about amusement parks for the youngest readers and listeners.

B Is for Bulldozer

Ages 0–3 · 2003

Discover what the construction crew is building from A to Z.

Fun at the Fair

Ages 0–3 · 2020

Discover the magic of a fair through touch and play.

It's a Small World (Disney Classic)

Ages 2–5 · 2021

Explore Disney's 'it's a small world' ride through a vibrant storybook journey.

Jurassic Park Little Golden Book (Jurassic Park)
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Jurassic Park Little Golden Book (Jurassic Park)

Ages 2–5 · 2018

Dinosaurs run wild in a thrilling park adventure.

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Amusement Parks Picture Books

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

Roller Coaster

Ages 4–7 · 2003

First-time rider faces the thrill of a roller coaster.

The Pigeon Will Ride the Roller Coaster!

Ages 4–7 · 2022

A pigeon prepares to ride a roller coaster for the first time.

Mr. Ferris and His Wheel
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Mr. Ferris and His Wheel

Ages 4–8 · 2014

Discover how George Ferris defied odds to create the iconic Ferris wheel at the 1893 World's Fair.

Gator

Ages 3–7 · 2007

A carousel alligator embarks on a journey to find laughter and real alligators.

At the Boardwalk

Ages 4–7 · 2012

Experience a day of fun and flavors on a vibrant beach boardwalk.

The Berenstain Bears Ride the Thunderbolt

Ages 4–6 · 1998

Experience thrilling rides and unexpected adventures at Bear Country Amusement Park.

A Royal Ride

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Can Catherine the Great invent a year-round thrill ride?

Me, All Alone, at the End of the World

Ages 6–9 · 2005

A boy's peaceful world is disrupted by a visionary's theme park plans.

Monster Park!

Ages 2–5 · 2016

Monster refuses to leave the park, but there's always tomorrow.

Little Elliot, Big Fun

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A timid elephant faces his fears at the carnival with a friend's help.

Monster Needs a Party
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Monster Needs a Party

Ages 2–6 · 2015

Monster's birthday party takes an unexpected turn.

Spidey and His Amazing Friends: Dino-Rama

Ages 4–6 · 2024

Heroes become dinosaurs in a battle against chaos. Can they save the day?

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Amusement Parks Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about amusement parks for developing and independent readers.

Wet and Wild!

Ages 7–9 · 2011

Magic burps cause chaos at the water park.

Battle for the Park
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Battle for the Park

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A boy must save a flying theme park from a sinister force threatening the world.

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The Aquanaut

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A girl and sea creatures uncover dark secrets in a marine park.

Twister Trouble

Ages 7–10 · 2001

A class field trip spirals into chaos as they fly into a tornado.

A Dolphin Wish

Ages 8–11 · 2016

Can the sisters solve the mystery of escaping animals at Watery World?

The Watcher's Test

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A haunted house hides a portal to Hell. Can Barney save his dog from a demon king's possession?

Road Trip with Max and His Mom

Ages 7–10 · 2018

Max faces new adventures on a road trip with Mom, leaving Dad behind.

The Deluxe Junior Novelization

Ages 6–9 · 2018

Dinosaurs face extinction again. Can they be saved, or is it too late?

Holly's Jolly Christmas

Ages 7–9 · 2009

Katie's holiday misadventures lead to a surprising switcheroo at Santa's Workshop.

Happy Paws

Ages 5–7 · 2020

Can Layla's dog-themed amusement park save the day before it's too late?

The Horror at Chiller House

Ages 8–12 · 2011

Six kids must survive a deadly game to escape HorrorLand.

The Streets of Panic Park
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The Streets of Panic Park

Ages 8–12 · 2009

Trapped in Panic Park, can they escape The Menace's twisted plan?

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