Books About Ancient Magic

The Best Ancient Magic Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about ancient magic? 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.

Moon Rising (Graphic Novel)
#6 in Series
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

Moon Rising (Graphic Novel)

By Tui T. Sutherland, Barry Deutsch (Adapter), Rachel Swirsky (Adapter), Mike Holmes (Illustrator), Maarta Laiho (Colorist) · Book #6 in the Wings of Fire Graphic Novels series

A young dragon must choose: hide her powers or save her friends from a hidden threat.

224 pages· 20,947 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 6,891 ratings
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Summary: Moonwatcher, a young NightWing with the power to read minds and glimpse the future, faces a dilemma at Jade Mountain Academy. As mysterious attacks threaten her fellow dragonets, she must decide whether to conceal her abilities or risk everything to protect her new friends. With danger lurking and secrets unraveling, Moon's choice could change everything. Will she step into the light or remain in the shadows?
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 1975

The Grey King

A boy must awaken ancient forces to battle darkness in Wales.

Newbery Medal (1976)
224 pages· 56,039 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 40,566 ratings
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Summary: In the Welsh hills, Will Stanton, an immortal Old One, must awaken six ancient beings to prepare for a final battle against the Dark. Guided by a mysterious boy, Bran, and his white dog, Will faces the formidable Grey King. Can he harness the power of a legendary golden harp to save the world?
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 1977

Silver on the Tree

The Light's champions face the Dark's final rise. Can they prevail?

368 pages· 86,277 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 36,434 ratings
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Summary: In the epic finale, Will Stanton and his allies, including the enigmatic Bran and the Drew siblings, confront the Dark's ultimate threat. As they journey through time and myth-laden landscapes of Britain, they must secure the crystal sword, the last hope against the encroaching darkness. With ancient signs and the fate of the world at stake, can these champions of Light overcome fear and death in the Welsh hills? The battle's outcome will decide the world's future, but even with powerful talismans, victory is uncertain. Will the Light triumph in this climactic struggle?
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