Books About Camp Life

The Best Camp Life Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about camp life? 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 Camp Life

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Camp Rolling Hills

By Stacy Davidowitz · Camp Rolling Hills series

Summer camp turns chaotic as a prank war erupts. Can two unlikely allies restore peace?

256 pages· 47,075 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 350 ratings

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Summary: At Camp Rolling Hills, Stephanie, known as Slimey, eagerly returns for a summer escape, while newcomer Bobby, dubbed Smelly, dreads the experience. As they bond, a fierce girls-versus-boys prank war erupts, threatening camp harmony. With bunks raided and chaos unfolding, can Slimey and Smelly navigate the madness and restore peace? Discover the magic and mayhem of summer camp in this hilarious adventure.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2014

Horsenapped!

By Lisa Mullarkey, Paula Franco (Illustrator) · Storm Cliff Stables series

Animals vanish at camp. Can Bree solve the mystery before it's too late?

112 pages· 14,962 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.4/5 Goodreads · 7 ratings

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Summary: Bree, recovering from a fall, returns to Storm Cliff Stables, determined to become a vet. But when animals start disappearing, including her friend Avery's horse, Sapphire, Bree must unravel the mystery. Can she and her friends find Sapphire before it's too late, or will the summer be ruined by the vanishing animals? Dive into a tale of friendship, courage, and a race against time.

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