Books About Apprentices · 60 titles considered

The Best Apprentices Books for Kids

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–15 · 2004

The Ruins of Gorlan

By John Flanagan · Book #1 in the Ranger's Apprentice series

A young apprentice faces a looming threat as dark forces gather to attack the kingdom.

249 pages· 68,763 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 179,951 ratings

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Summary: Fifteen-year-old Will, small for his age, becomes a Ranger's apprentice, joining the mysterious protectors of the kingdom. As he learns their secretive ways, an exiled lord, Morgarath, amasses an army to strike. Can Will and the Rangers thwart the impending invasion before it's too late? Dive into a world of shadowy cloaks, hidden battles, and epic confrontations in this thrilling fantasy adventure.

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2009

The Monstrumologist

By Rick Yancey · Book #1 in the The Monstrumologist series

An orphaned assistant and his mentor face a monstrous threat that could consume the world.

Michael L. Printz Honor (2010)

434 pages· 104,366 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 20,833 ratings

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Summary: Will Henry, an orphaned assistant to Dr. Warthrop, delves into the dark world of monstrumology. When a grave robber presents a gruesome discovery, they uncover a baby Anthropophagi—a headless creature with a chest full of teeth. This signals a terrifying increase in these monsters. As the threat grows, Will and the doctor must confront the horror that could engulf humanity. Can they stop the nightmare before it's too late, or will they become the very monsters they hunt? Dive into a gothic adventure where the line between man and monster blurs.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

The Tea Dragon Tapestry

By K. O'Neill · Book #3 in the The Tea Dragon Series series

Greta and Minette face grief and self-discovery in a world of Tea Dragons.

135 pages· 389 words· Est. 4 min read

4.5/5 Goodreads · 24,581 ratings

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Summary: Greta struggles to impress a master blacksmith while caring for a grieving Tea Dragon. Minette, confused by a package from her past, must open her heart to find clarity. As they navigate purpose and love, will they uncover their true paths? Discover a world where crafting and caring intertwine in a tale of growth and connection.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2019

Return of the Temujai

By John Flanagan · Book #8 in the The Brotherband Chronicles series

A crew must navigate icy waters to defend their homeland from relentless invaders.

352 pages· 83,342 words· Est. 11.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 6,316 ratings

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Summary: In Skandia, peace shatters as the Temujai warriors advance, threatening conquest. Hal and his crew, the Herons, face a perilous journey through icy rivers to thwart the invasion. Will they succeed against the relentless foe, or will Skandia fall? Join the Herons in a high-stakes battle on the high seas, where courage and strategy are their only allies. The fate of their homeland hangs in the balance as they confront the Temujai's ambition. Can they protect Skandia, or will the icy waters claim them first?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2017

The Tea Dragon Society

By K. O'Neill · Book #1 in the The Tea Dragon Series series

A blacksmith apprentice discovers a magical world of tea dragons and a forgotten craft.

60 pages

4.3/5 Goodreads · 71,901 ratings

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Summary: Greta, a blacksmith apprentice, stumbles upon a lost tea dragon, leading her into a magical world. Guided by tea shop owners Hesekiel and Erik, she learns the art of tea dragon care. As she befriends their ward, Minette, Greta discovers how this enchanting craft transforms their lives and her own. Will she help preserve this dying art form?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2021

The Traitor's Blade

By Kevin Sands · The Blackthorn Key series

A deadly conspiracy threatens the king; can Christopher unravel the coded riddles in time?

384 pages· 60,282 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

4.5/5 Goodreads · 1,916 ratings

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Summary: Christopher, Tom, and Sally return to London, only to find danger lurking in the shadows. An old friend is attacked, and a cryptic letter warns of a plot against the king. As they delve into the mystery, they must decode riddles and face a deadly conspiracy. Will they uncover the truth before it's too late, or will the traitors succeed in their deadly plan?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2016

Mark of the Plague

By Kevin Sands · The Blackthorn Key series

A deadly plague, a mysterious cure, and a conspiracy threaten London. Can truth prevail?

560 pages

4.4/5 Goodreads · 5,907 ratings

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Summary: In plague-ridden London, young apothecary Christopher Rowe faces a deadly conspiracy. As a mysterious cure emerges, an assassin targets its creator. With his friend Tom, Christopher must unravel secrets to save the city and those he loves. Will they uncover the truth before it's too late?

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2019

Dreams Come to Life

By Adrienne Kress · Book #1 in the Bendy and the Ink Machine series

A young artist uncovers dark secrets in a mysterious animation studio.

304 pages· 68,530 words· Est. 8.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,210 ratings

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Summary: Buddy, a delivery boy with dreams of artistry, becomes an apprentice at Joey Drew Studios. As he navigates this new world, he discovers something sinister lurking in the shadows, leaving trails of dark ink. With Dot, a fellow intern, Buddy must unravel the mystery haunting the studio, even if it leads back to the enigmatic Mister Drew. Can they uncover the truth before it's too late?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2018

The Duel at Araluen

By John Flanagan · Book #3 in the Ranger's Apprentice: The Royal Ranger series

A young apprentice must rescue trapped royals and allies from a besieged castle.

320 pages· 82,873 words· Est. 9 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 11,169 ratings

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Summary: Maddie, a daring apprentice, faces her greatest challenge as King Duncan and Princess Cassandra are besieged in Castle Araluen. With allies trapped and enemies closing in, Maddie must lead a daring rescue. Can she and the Heron brotherband outwit the Red Fox Clan and save the kingdom before it's too late?

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2013

The Royal Ranger

By John Flanagan · Book #1 in the Ranger's Apprentice: The Royal Ranger series

A legendary Ranger faces a new challenge: training an unexpected apprentice amidst personal turmoil.

480 pages· 117,903 words· Est. 13 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 38,957 ratings

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Summary: Will Treaty, once a boy with dreams of knighthood, is now a legendary Ranger facing a personal crisis. Tasked with training Princess Madelyn, a challenging apprentice he never expected, Will must navigate their tumultuous relationship. As he battles his own demons, can he forge a bond with Maddie and prepare her for the dangers ahead? This thrilling adventure marks the end of one era and the beginning of another, as the Ranger's Apprentice series continues with Maddie, the Royal Ranger. Dive into a world of fantasy and intrigue where trust and legacy are on the line.

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Apprentices Picture Books

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

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The Sorcerer's Apprentice

Ages 4–7 · 2019

An apprentice's spell spirals out of control. Can he stop the chaos?

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Attack of the Underwear Dragon

Ages 3–7 · 2020

A young boy becomes the assistant knight to his favorite knight of King Arthur's Round Table.

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Return of the Underwear Dragon

Ages 3–7 · 2021

A knight must teach a fire-breathing dragon to read without burning the books.

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Sofia's Magic Lesson

Ages 3–5 · 2014

An apprentice uncovers a hidden agenda, but friendship holds the true magic.

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Apprentices Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about apprentices for developing and independent readers.

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The Tournament at Gorlan

Ages 10–13 · 2015

Young Rangers race to thwart a coup threatening the kingdom's throne.

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Home

Ages 9–12 · 2014

A young wizard must clear his name and save his city from a magical threat.

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The Fall of the Readers

Ages 10–12 · 2017

Alice faces betrayal and a deadly quest to defeat the Old Readers and save magical creatures.

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The Last Windwitch

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A young hedgewitch must outwit a wicked queen to save her kingdom.

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The Accidental Apprentice

Ages 9–12 · 2021

A boy bonds with a magical Beast and must choose between safety and adventure.

#2 in Series

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The Red Fox Clan

Ages 10–13 · 2018

A secretive ranger apprentice faces a masked threat to her kingdom's throne.

#11 in Series

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The Lost Stories

Ages 10–14 · 2011

Uncover the truth behind legendary warriors and their secretive adventures.

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The Only Thing Worse Than Witches

Ages 8–12 · 2014

A boy becomes a witch's apprentice, facing unexpected magical challenges.

#5 in Series

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Escape from Falaise

Ages 10–15 · 2021

Captured in a foreign land, two Rangers must outwit a cunning baron to escape and save a prince.

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Eva Evergreen, Semi-Magical Witch

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A young witch must save her town with limited magic or lose it forever.

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SandRider

Ages 8–12 · 2015

A young PathFinder embarks on a perilous quest to retrieve a powerful artifact, testing her skills and friendships.

#9 in Series

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The Stern Chase

Ages 10–13 · 2022

Pirates strike, ships are lost. The Herons pursue justice at sea.

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The Best Apprentices Books for Kids

Our 10 Favorite Books About Apprentices

The Ruins of Gorlan

The Monstrumologist

The Tea Dragon Tapestry

Return of the Temujai

The Tea Dragon Society

The Traitor's Blade

Mark of the Plague

Dreams Come to Life

The Duel at Araluen

The Royal Ranger

Great books, picked for their age.

Apprentices Picture Books

The Sorcerer's Apprentice

Attack of the Underwear Dragon

Return of the Underwear Dragon

Sofia's Magic Lesson

Apprentices Chapter Books & Middle Grade

The Tournament at Gorlan

Home

The Fall of the Readers

The Last Windwitch

The Accidental Apprentice

The Red Fox Clan

The Lost Stories

The Only Thing Worse Than Witches

Escape from Falaise

Eva Evergreen, Semi-Magical Witch

SandRider

The Stern Chase

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