Books About Books And Reading · 1,014 titles considered

The Best Books And Reading Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about books and reading? 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.

Definitely Dominguita: Knight of the Cape

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Books And Reading

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

A Place to Hang the Moon

By Kate Albus

Three siblings seek a forever home amidst wartime chaos and secrets.

320 pages· 62,475 words· Est. 7 hour read

6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.6/5 Goodreads · 24,793 ratings

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Summary: In 1940, siblings William, Edmund, and Anna are evacuated from London, hoping to find a new family in the countryside. As they navigate foster homes and wartime challenges, they find solace in a village library and its kind librarian, Nora. But with the war's shadow looming and Nora's husband's mysterious absence, can they find the family they long for? Discover a tale of resilience and the search for belonging in a world turned upside down.

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$858

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library

By Chris Grabenstein · Book #1 in the Mr. Lemoncello's Library series

Trapped in a library, Kyle must solve puzzles to escape.

Agatha Award (2013)

336 pages· 47,521 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 63,451 ratings

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Summary: Kyle Keeley, a gamer enthusiast, is thrilled to attend an exclusive lock-in at a new library designed by his idol, Luigi Lemoncello. But when the doors remain locked come morning, Kyle and his friends must unravel a series of intricate puzzles to find their way out. With time ticking and challenges mounting, can they crack the codes and escape the world's coolest library? Discover the twists and turns in this thrilling adventure filled with mystery and excitement.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018

The Story Collector

By Kristin O'Donnell Tubb, Iacopo Bruno (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the The Story Collector series

A library prank spirals into a quest to uncover a ghost and a missing stamp collection.

272 pages· 39,626 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

5.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 1,139 ratings

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Summary: Viviani Fedeler, raised in the New York Public Library, suspects it's haunted. A prank to spook new girl Merit Mubarak goes awry, leading Viviani and her friends on a thrilling quest. They must unravel the mystery of a possible ghost and a vanished stamp collection. Can they uncover the truth hidden within the library's walls?

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Book Scavenger

By Jennifer Chambliss Bertman · Book #1 in the Book Scavenger series

Emily races to solve a book's mystery before danger catches up.

368 pages· 66,684 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 18,218 ratings

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Summary: Twelve-year-old Emily moves to San Francisco, home of her idol, Garrison Griswold, only to find him in a coma after an attack. With her new friend James, she discovers a peculiar book that might hold the key to Griswold's secret game. As they unravel its puzzles, they must stay ahead of those who wish to stop them. Can Emily and James unlock the mystery before it's too late?

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$1248

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2003

Inkheart

By Cornelia Funke, Anthea Bell (Translator) · Book #1 in the Inkworld series

A girl must stop a villain brought to life from a book.

576 pages· 145,856 words· Est. 16 hour read

5.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 446,629 ratings

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Summary: Meggie's quiet life shatters when her father reads a villain out of a book, thrusting them into a perilous adventure. As fictional characters come to life, Meggie must harness her own hidden powers to save her father and rewrite their fate. Can she change the story before it's too late?

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$674

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

Definitely Dominguita: Knight of the Cape

By Terry Catasus Jennings, Fatima Anaya (Illustrator) · Definitely Dominguita series

A young girl becomes a knight to prove herself and rescue those in need.

144 pages· 14,808 words· Est. 3 hour read

5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 195 ratings

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Summary: Dominguita, inspired by her abuela's beloved classics, dreams of becoming a knight like Don Quixote. When a bully claims girls can't be knights, Dominguita sets out to prove him wrong. With her new friends, she embarks on a quest to do good deeds and become the hero of her own story. Will her adventures bring her closer to her abuela and fulfill her knightly dreams?

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2005

The Book Thief

By Markus Zusak

In Nazi Germany, a girl steals books to survive and share hope amidst war.

552 pages· 118,732 words· Est. 11 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 2,954,578 ratings

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Summary: In 1939 Nazi Germany, young Liesel Meminger finds solace in stolen books. As bombs fall, she shares these treasures with neighbors and a hidden Jewish man. With Death narrating, Liesel's story unfolds, revealing the power of words to illuminate even the darkest times. Will her love for books be enough to sustain her through the horrors of war?

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

What About Worms!?

By Ryan T. Higgins · Book #7 in the Elephant & Piggie Like Reading! series

A brave tiger's only fear: worms. Can he overcome it?

Theodor Seuss Geisel Award (2021)

56 pages· 431 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,460 ratings

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Summary: Meet Tiger, who's big, brave, and fearless—except when it comes to worms. As he navigates his world, Tiger's phobia of these wriggly creatures leads to unexpected challenges. Will Tiger conquer his fear, or will his imagination get the best of him? Dive into this delightful tale to discover if Tiger's worries are truly worse than the worms themselves.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Ban This Book

By Alan Gratz

A fourth grader battles censorship to save her favorite book from being banned.

256 pages· 45,851 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 16,619 ratings

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Summary: When her favorite book is banned from the school library, shy fourth grader Amy Anne takes a bold stand against censorship. With her friends, she creates a secret library of banned books and challenges the system with humor and determination. As they fight for the right to read, Amy Anne discovers her own voice and the power of standing up for what she believes in. Will their grassroots rebellion succeed, or will the forces of censorship prevail? Dive into this inspiring tale of courage and the fight for freedom of expression.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2015

Fish in a Tree

By Lynda Mullaly Hunt · Fish in a Tree series

A girl hides her reading struggles until a teacher helps her embrace her unique mind.

288 pages· 48,663 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 87,403 ratings

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Summary: Ally, a clever girl who hides her reading struggles with distractions, fears being labeled 'dumb.' Her new teacher, Mr. Daniels, sees her potential and helps her embrace her dyslexia. As Ally's confidence grows, she learns that labels don't define her and discovers the power of her unique mind. Will she find the courage to be herself and unlock new possibilities?

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