Books About Bikes

The Best Bikes Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about bikes? 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.

Ghosts Don't Ride Bikes, Do They?
Every Cowgirl Needs a Horse
Little Big Horse
Kit and Kat
The Shortlist

Our 6 Favorite Books About Bikes

Ghosts Don't Ride Bikes, Do They?
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017

Ghosts Don't Ride Bikes, Do They?

By Andres Miedoso, Victor Rivas (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol series

A boy and his friend solve a mystery involving a haunted bike track and a ghost who loves to fix things

128 pages· 4,360 words· Est. 49 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 504 ratings
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Summary: In Kersville, where ghosts are mischievous, Desmond and his friend Andres face a puzzling case: a ghost on a bike. Desmond insists ghosts float, but this one defies logic. As the Ghost Patrol duo investigates, they learn never to underestimate a ghost's capabilities. Can they solve the mystery before it rides away?
Every Cowgirl Needs a Horse
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2010

Every Cowgirl Needs a Horse

By Rebecca Janni, Lynne Avril (Illustrator) · Every Cowgirl Needs A Horse series

A cowgirl's dream horse turns out to be a bicycle. Can imagination save her birthday wish?

32 pages· 692 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 461 ratings
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Summary: Nellie Sue dreams of being a cowgirl and wishes for a horse on her birthday. When her father surprises her with a bicycle instead, she must use her wild imagination to transform disappointment into adventure. Can she tame this new 'steed' and embrace her cowgirl spirit, or will her dreams of riding off into the sunset be dashed? Join Nellie Sue as she discovers that sometimes, the best adventures come in unexpected forms.
Froggy Rides a Bike
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$858
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2006

Froggy Rides a Bike

By Jonathan London, Frank Remkiewicz · Froggy series

A new bike, a few falls, and the joy of learning to ride.

32 pages· 582 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 897 ratings
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Summary: Froggy gets his first bike, but riding isn't as easy as it looks. With a few falls and the support of friends, he faces the challenge head-on. Will Froggy master the art of cycling and embrace the thrill of the ride? Discover how determination and practice lead to triumph in this delightful tale of perseverance.
Little Big Horse
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$379
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Little Big Horse

By Dave Horowitz

A small horse faces a big dilemma when his bike is borrowed and broken.

32 pages· 132 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.4/5 Goodreads · 47 ratings
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Summary: Little Big Horse faces a dilemma when his friend Pablo borrows his bike without permission and returns it damaged. As tensions rise, can their friendship survive this test? Discover how Little Big Horse navigates the challenges of forgiveness and understanding in this delightful tale of friendship and big ideas.
Kit and Kat
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$474
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 1994

Kit and Kat

By Tomie dePaola

Siblings face a playground bully during a fun-filled visit to their grandparents.

32 pages· 390 words· Est. 7 min read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 96 ratings
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Summary: Kit and Kat, a lively brother-sister duo, embark on an adventurous sleepover at their grandparents' house. Between bike races and playground antics, they encounter a bully who tests their courage and friendship. Will they stand up to the challenge and find a way to enjoy their visit? Discover how these siblings navigate the ups and downs of childhood adventures.
I Like My Bike
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$759
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

I Like My Bike

By AG Ferrari · I Like to Read series

A bike outpaces cars and trucks stuck in traffic on the way to a party.

32 pages· 28 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
3.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.3/5 Goodreads · 120 ratings
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Summary: In a world where a sea lion drives a shark and a mouse hauls cheese, only a bicycle avoids the traffic jam. As whimsical vehicles stall, a girl pedals freely to a birthday party. Discover how simplicity triumphs over chaos in this delightful tale for new readers, filled with imaginative illustrations and a playful, eco-friendly message.
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