Books About Blended Families · 131 titles considered

The Best Blended Families Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about blended families? 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.

Sarah, Plain and Tall
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Blended Families

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Full Cicada Moon

By Marilyn Hilton

In 1969, Mimi battles prejudice and dreams of space in a new town.

400 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 6,272 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Blended

Isabella navigates a divided family and racial identity, facing a life-altering encounter with police.

308 pages· 49,032 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 20,250 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 1985

Sarah, Plain and Tall

A young girl and her brother await the arrival of a potential stepmother from Maine, who may bring much-needed change to their lives on the prairie.

Newbery Medal (1986)
112 pages· 8,388 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 92,131 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Two Naomis

Two girls must navigate their parents' new relationship and redefine family.

208 pages· 47,327 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 679 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2013

Amy Meets Her Stepsister

By Callie Barkley, Marsha Riti (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the The Critter Club series

New stepsister Chloe isn't as nice as she seems. Can Amy find a way to get along?

128 pages· 4,856 words· Est. 38 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 429 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2012

Violet Mackerel's Personal Space

By Anna Branford, Elanna Allen (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Violet Mackerel series

Violet's family is moving, but her brother resists. Can her theory of leaving small things behind help him cope?

128 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 255 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2020

Closer to Nowhere

A cousin's arrival disrupts family harmony, revealing hidden truths.

416 pages· 37,021 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,939 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Every Missing Piece

A girl seeks truth about a missing boy, uncovering secrets and facing her own past.

288 pages· 53,017 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 744 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Macy McMillan and the Rainbow Goddess

Macy's world shifts as she befriends Iris, an elderly neighbor, amidst family upheaval.

240 pages· 19,948 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,015 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Katie Sprinkles & Surprises

By Coco Simon · Book #17 in the Cupcake Diaries series

Katie faces school gossip when her mom dates her math teacher. Can her friends help?

160 pages· 24,587 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 552 ratings
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Blended Families Picture Books

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

Once I Ate a Pie

Ages 4–8 · 2006

Dogs share their joyful tales and daily adventures through playful poems.

Boundless Grace

Ages 4–8 · 1995

Grace visits Africa, confronting family changes and discovering new bonds.

Big Problemas

Ages 5–8 · 2019

Juana's world shifts when her mom plans to remarry and move. Can love keep things the same?

The Electric Slide and Kai

Ages 4–8 · 2021

Can Kai master the Electric Slide and earn his family's respect at the wedding?

Ella's Big Chance

Ages 4–8 · 2003

A forbidden ball, a cruel stepmother, and a chance for dreams to come true.

Margaret and Margarita / Margarita y Margaret

Ages 4–8 · 1993

Two girls bridge a language gap to play together. Can fun transcend words?

A Home for Leo

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A boy torn between sea and land must find where he truly belongs.

Geraldine's Blanket

Ages 4–8 · 1984

Can a new gift replace Geraldine's beloved, tattered blanket?

The Ring Bearer

Ages 3–7 · 2017

A young boy faces wedding day jitters as he takes on the role of ring bearer in a new blended family.

Little Gold Star

Ages 4–8 · 2000

A gold star and hidden horns: can Teresa outshine her stepsisters at the festival?

Going to the Zoo

Ages 4–8 · 1996

Join a musical zoo adventure where animals spring to life with every page turn.

Marianna May and Nursey

Ages 4–8 · 1983

Can Marianna May enjoy summer fun without ruining her white clothes?

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Blended Families Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about blended families for developing and independent readers.

Max

Ages 8–12 · 2015

A boy and a military dog uncover the truth behind a soldier's death.

The Terror of the Southlands

Ages 8–12 · 2014

A young pirate must prove her worth and find a missing enchantress to save magic.

Bea Is for Blended

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A girl fights for an all-girls soccer team amidst family changes.

Kid Owner

Ages 8–12 · 2015

A middle schooler inherits an NFL team, facing family and football challenges.

How to Disappear Completely
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How to Disappear Completely

Ages 8–12 · 2020

Emma's world shifts from magic to mystery as strange spots appear and a journal writes back.

The Firefly Summer

Ages 8–12 · 2023

A girl uncovers family secrets and hunts for treasure during a chaotic summer at a mysterious camp.

Courtney Changes the Game

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A gamer navigates family changes and dreams of a heroic girl character.

Katie Cupcakes and Wedding Bells
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Katie Cupcakes and Wedding Bells

Ages 8–12 · 2020

A wedding brings joy, but a move threatens Katie's happiness.

The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch

Ages 7–11 · 2019

A boy, a dinosaur, and a witch must save Christmas from peril.

Corinne

Ages 8–10 · 2021

A girl faces family changes and a mountain survival test. Can she find her way home?

Warriors: Enter the Clans

Ages 8–12 · 2012

Uncover the hidden lore and codes of the warrior cat Clans.

The Star That Always Stays
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The Star That Always Stays

Ages 8–12 · 2022

A girl must hide her heritage in a new city, risking her identity for acceptance.

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