Books About Buddha

The Best Buddha Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about buddha? 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 Cat Who Went to Heaven
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1930

The Cat Who Went to Heaven

By Elizabeth Coatsworth, Raoul Vitale (Illustrator), Raoul Vitale (Illustrator)

An artist's compassion for a cat defies fate and invites a miracle.

Newbery Medal (1931)
96 pages· 11,140 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 6,704 ratings
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Summary: In ancient Japan, a struggling artist's life takes a turn when a tiny white cat enters his home. Commissioned to paint the Buddha, he includes the cat, defying a legend that denies the feline divine favor. The priest rejects the painting, threatening the artist's livelihood. Yet, in an unexpected twist, the artist's act of love for the cat leads to a miraculous reward. Will compassion triumph over tradition, or will the artist's fate be sealed by his bold choice?
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