Books About Campfires

The Best Campfires Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about campfires? 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.

Ghost Camp
The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Campfires

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1996

Ghost Camp

By R.L. Stine · Book #45 in the Goosebumps series

Brothers face escalating pranks at a strange summer camp.

144 pages· 19,634 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 8,197 ratings
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Summary: At Camp Spirit Moon, brothers Harry and Alex try to fit in by joining bizarre rituals. But as pranks from fellow campers spiral, they must navigate a summer of escalating chaos. Can they uncover the truth behind the camp's eerie traditions before it's too late?
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2025

Fright Night!

By Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot (Illustrator) · Book #13 in the My Weird School Special series

A sleepover turns spooky when campfire tales might awaken a lurking monster.

144 pages· 8,203 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 77 ratings
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Summary: A.J. and his friends gather for a sleepover at Ella Mentry School, sharing spooky stories around a campfire. But as the night unfolds, strange noises from the woods suggest their tales might have awakened something real. Are the kids' imaginations running wild, or is there truly a monster lurking nearby? With marshmallows roasting and stars twinkling, the line between fiction and reality blurs in this thrilling adventure filled with humor, puzzles, and unexpected twists. Can they uncover the truth before the night ends?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Pinkalicious

A windy night threatens a marshmallow roast. Can a dragon save the day?

32 pages· 551 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 178 ratings
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Summary: Pinkalicious and her friends face a windy challenge at their backyard camping party when the campfire won't stay lit. Just when it seems their marshmallow dreams might melt away, Gertie the dragon swoops in to save the night. Will her fiery breath be enough to keep the fun going? Join this delightful adventure and discover how friendship and a little magic can turn a breezy night into a memorable one. Perfect for young readers eager to explore the joys of reading and the wonders of imagination.
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