Books About Book-making

The Best Book-making Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about book-making? 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.

The Shortlist

Our 2 Favorite Books About Book-making

A Land of Books
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

A Land of Books

Discover the ancient art of Aztec codices and their untold stories.

48 pages· 952 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.1 Goodreads · 497 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In a vibrant Aztec world, a young girl reveals to her brother the secrets of creating codices—painted manuscripts that capture their people's history and rituals. As she explains the process of making paper from plants and painting stories, the siblings uncover a rich tradition that defies the narrative of European 'civilization.' Journey into the heart of Mesoamerican culture, where books hold the power to preserve and celebrate life long before the Spanish Conquest. What stories will these ancient pages tell, and how do they challenge what we think we know?
Viking Ships at Sunrise
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1998

Viking Ships at Sunrise

By Mary Pope Osborne, Sal Murdocca (Illustrator) · Book #15 in the Magic Tree House series

Two siblings travel back in time to ancient Ireland to retrieve a lost story, encountering Vikings and a magical serpent along the way.

73 pages· 5,725 words· Est. 1 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 11,173 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Jack and Annie are transported to ancient Ireland, landing on a misty cliff. With a Viking invasion looming, they must rely on a cheerful monk and their own bravery to uncover the story they need. Will they succeed before the Vikings arrive? Join their thrilling quest in 'Viking Ships at Sunrise' and discover if courage and friendship can conquer the past's challenges.