Books About Boys And Men · 830 titles considered

The Best Boys And Men Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about boys and men? 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.

Honus & Me
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Boys And Men

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2020

Black Brother, Black Brother

By Jewell Parker Rhodes

A boy battles racism and injustice through fencing, seeking redemption and belonging.

240 pages· 29,078 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 7,903 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018

The Eleventh Trade

A boy must trade up from a keychain to reclaim his grandfather's stolen instrument.

304 pages· 53,985 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 376 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2018

Rebound

A summer with grandparents changes young Charlie's life through basketball and family secrets.

416 pages· 27,564 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 14,361 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2017

The Playbook

By Kwame Alexander, Thai Neave (Illustrator)

Discover life's rules through inspiring stories and wisdom from iconic figures.

176 pages· 8,478 words· Est. 57 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,099 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1999

A Walk to Remember

A rebel and a minister's daughter discover love's power and pain in 1958 Beaufort.

240 pages· 48,110 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 852,340 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1997

Honus & Me

A boy discovers a baseball card that lets him time travel to meet legendary players.

144 pages· 24,005 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 3,246 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010

Trouble at the Arcade

Young detectives uncover a mystery at the arcade.

96 pages· 9,515 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 711 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1980

Stone Fox

A boy races to save his farm, facing an undefeated rival in a high-stakes dogsled race.

96 pages· 9,029 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 20,303 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2009

The Maze Runner

A boy with no memory must escape a deadly, shifting maze to survive.

384 pages· 100,758 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,732,965 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2016

Weekends with Max and His Dad

A boy and his dad redefine 'home' through weekend adventures post-divorce.

176 pages· 15,450 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 479 ratings
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Boys And Men Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about boys and men for the youngest readers and listeners.

I Love You for Miles and Miles

Ages 0–4 · 2017

Love travels with you, stronger than any machine.

I Love You, Daddy
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I Love You, Daddy

Ages 0–3 · 2011

Discover the tender bond between father and child in a heartwarming tale of love and security.

Why I Love My Daddy
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Why I Love My Daddy

Ages 3–7 · 2006

Discover why daddies are adored through children's heartfelt words and animal illustrations.

David Bowie

Ages 1–3 · 2019

Discover the journey of a musical icon who transformed rock and roll with his unique sound.

My Dad Loves Me!
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My Dad Loves Me!

2010

Celebrate the bond between father and child through playful moments and heartfelt love.

Mahatma Gandhi

Ages 0–3 · 2019

A rebellious youth becomes a symbol of peace, uniting a nation.

My First Book of Feminism (for Boys)
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My First Book of Feminism (for Boys)

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Introduce young boys to equality with fun, rhyming lessons.

Bruce Lee
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Bruce Lee

Ages 1–3 · 2019

A young martial artist defies Hollywood's barriers to become a film legend.

The Real Santa
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The Real Santa

Ages 2–5 · 2021

What does Santa truly look like? Discover a family's festive journey.

Rudolf Nureyev
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Rudolf Nureyev

Ages 1–3 · 2019

A young dancer defies odds to become a ballet legend.

I Love My Daddy

Ages 0–3 · 2011

A toddler's view of love between father and child unfolds joyfully.

Is That Your Dad?

Ages 0–3 · 2019

Froggy embarks on a quest to discover his true father, eliminating unlikely candidates along the way.

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Boys And Men Picture Books

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

Love Made Me More

Ages 4–8 · 2022

A boy's life is forever changed by a magical origami crane.

The Crayon Man

Ages 6–9 · 2019

A man invents a new kind of colored crayon that brings joy to children all around the world.

The Remember Balloons

Ages 5–9 · 2018

A boy struggles to preserve his grandpa's fading memories as they drift away.

The Tide

Ages 4–7 · 2019

A girl navigates her grandpa's fading memories at the beach.

Grandpa Green

Ages 5–8 · 2011

A great-grandfather's life story from childhood to old age.

The Big Ideas of Buster Bickles

Ages 4–8 · 2015

A machine turns Buster's wild ideas into reality, causing chaos.

Big Papa and the Time Machine

Ages 4–8 · 2020

A boy and his grandpa journey through time to discover the essence of bravery.

Ballerino Nate

Ages 4–7 · 2006

A boy defies stereotypes to pursue his ballet dreams.

Mr. Lincoln's Way

Ages 6–9 · 2001

A principal must reach a bully to reveal the beauty in differences.

Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut

Ages 3–8 · 2017

A barber shop is a place of transformation where people go to feel seen and valued.

Dad By My Side

Ages 4–8 · 2018

Discover the magic of a father's love through enchanting illustrations.

You and Me, Me and You

Ages 3–6 · 2017

Celebrate the timeless bond between father and child through life's shared moments.

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Boys And Men Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about boys and men for developing and independent readers.

Locomotion

Ages 11–16 · 2003

An orphaned boy uses poetry to cope and reunite with his sister.

The No 1 Car Spotter

Ages 7–10 · 2010

A young car spotter solves village problems with creativity and charm.

The Cay

Ages 11–15 · 1969

Stranded at sea, a boy must rely on an unlikely ally to survive and see beyond prejudice.

The Best of Iggy

Ages 8–11 · 2020

Iggy's best idea turns into a disaster. What did he do?

Johnny Tremain

Ages 10–15 · 1943

A young apprentice's accident thrusts him into the heart of the American Revolution.

A Separate Peace

Ages 12–18 · 1959

Two friends' bond shatters, mirroring a world at war.

Trouble Magnet

Ages 7–11 · 2009

Calvin juggles school chaos and a new babysitter invading his space.

...And Now Miguel

Ages 12–18 · 1953

A boy's wish to join a sheep drive leads to unexpected consequences.

The Black Pearl

Ages 10–13 · 1967

A legendary pearl brings fortune and a haunting curse.

Soccer Sam

Ages 7–9 · 1987

A cousin bridges language gaps through soccer.

Jack Blank and the Imagine Nation
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Jack Blank and the Imagine Nation

Ages 8–12 · 2010

A boy's hidden past may save or doom a secret world.

Brave Like That

Ages 9–12 · 2020

A boy discovers his hidden bravery with the help of a stray dog.

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