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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1941
The Moffats
A family navigates the challenges of everyday life in a small town.
212 pages· 40,253 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 11,284 ratings
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Books About Childhood Adventures · 113 titles considered
The Best Childhood Adventures Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about childhood adventures? 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 10 Favorite Books About Childhood Adventures
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1962
The Wolves of Willoughby Chase
Two girls must escape a cruel governess to save their home.
181 pages· 42,609 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 22,687 ratings
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2006
Sleepover Sleuths
A doll goes missing at a sleepover. Can a young detective solve the mystery?
96 pages· 10,174 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 3,088 ratings
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$574
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1988
Horrible Harry in Room 2B
A second-grader navigates the challenges of elementary school with the help of his best friend, a mischievous classmate named Harry.
64 pages· 3,662 words· Est. 41 min read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 4,040 ratings
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$750
Chapter Book · 1997
Five Are Together Again
By Enid Blyton · Book #21 in the The Famous Five series
A scientist's research papers vanish. Can the Five uncover the thief?
180 pages· 37,527 words
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 9,797 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
The Little Rabbit
A girl and her stuffed rabbit embark on a magical spring adventure.
32 pages· 439 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 425 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2018
Brave Enough for Two
A girl and her stuffed owl embark on real-world adventures, testing her bravery.
40 pages· 591 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.7/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 414 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2020
When My Brother Gets Home
A sister eagerly awaits her brother's return for imaginative adventures together.
40 pages· 107 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 215 ratings
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1987
Sheila Rae, the Brave
A fearless girl gets lost, but her sister's support saves the day.
32 pages· 490 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,309 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012
Jake and Lily
Twins face identity and belonging challenges as they grow apart at eleven.
352 pages· 43,064 words· Est. 6 hour read
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 5,806 ratings
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Childhood Adventures Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about childhood adventures for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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Frog and Toad All Year
Ages 4–8 · 1976
Two friends have various adventures together throughout the year, learning valuable lessons about friendship and the changing seasons.
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$699
Looking for Winston
Ages 5–9 · 2015
A young mouse searches for her missing brother in the woods
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$499
The Best Mistake Ever! And Other Stories
Ages 5–8 · 1982
A young cat named Huckle learns valuable lessons about helping others and being a good friend through his adventures in Busytown
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$999
My Dad Is Awesome by Bluey and Bingo
Ages 3–5 · 2022
Discover why Bluey and Bingo's dad is the ultimate fun-maker.
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$899
The Tale of Benjamin Bunny
Ages 3–7
Two bunnies face danger in a forbidden garden and a stern elder's wrath.
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$999
Harry and the Terrible Whatzit
Ages 4–7 · 1977
A boy braves the cellar to face a two-headed monster.
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$1580
The Berenstain Bears Go to Camp
Ages 4–7 · 1982
Two bear cubs try out a summer day camp.
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$1695
Your Alien
Ages 3–7 · 2015
A boy befriends a stranded alien, but can he uncover the secret to his friend's sadness?
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$2655
SkySisters
Ages 5–8 · 2000
Two sisters journey through the frozen north to witness the SkySpirits' dance.
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$1595
Arthur Lost and Found
Ages 5–8 · 1998
Two friends miss their stop and must navigate a strange town to find their way home.
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$799
Shortcut
Ages 4–8 · 1992
Seven kids take a risky shortcut home, but danger looms on the tracks.
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$599
Pete the Cat: Snow Daze
Ages 4–8 · 2016
A cat named Pete experiences a series of snow days and learns to appreciate the value of school.
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Childhood Adventures Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about childhood adventures for developing and independent readers.
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$599
Ivy + Bean Make the Rules
Ages 6–10 · 2012
A young girl creates her own summer camp with her friend and recruits other kids to join in on the fun.
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$1600
The House at Pooh Corner
Ages 8–12 · 1928
Rediscover timeless adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood with Pooh and friends in a beautifully crafted edition.
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$599
Ivy + Bean Take Care of the Babysitter
Ages 6–10 · 2008
A young girl named Bean is left in the care of her older sister Nancy, who is babysitting for the first time, and chaos ensues as Bean tries to escape and have fun despite Nancy's rules
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$599
Ivy + Bean: No News is Good News
Ages 7–9 · 2011
Two friends try to get their hands on a special kind of cheese that comes with a fun wax coating.
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$1499
Harper and the Circus of Dreams
Ages 7–9 · 2016
A girl discovers a magical circus and a secret about her past.
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$699
Far from Shore
Ages 6–9 · 2015
Four girls enter a magical world and meet a legendary figure.
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$599
Ivy + Bean Get to Work!
Ages 6–10 · 2022
A group of second-graders become obsessed with finding treasure after meeting a treasure hunter at their school's career fair.
Graphic Nov.
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$1299
The Cardboard Kingdom
Ages 7–10 · 2018
The neighborhood comes alive as a young group of friends unleash their imagination to become a superhero and go on thrilling adventures.
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$799
Day of the Iguana
Ages 8–12 · 2001
A boy's science project spirals into chaos with unexpected iguana eggs.
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$1799
Midnight at the Barclay Hotel
Ages 8–12 · 2020
A weekend getaway turns into a murder mystery. Can JJ clear his mom's name?
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$999
The Popcorn Spy
Ages 7–12 · 2020
A talking popcorn kernel and a girl face mysterious pursuers. Can they escape capture?
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$1699
Henry and Beezus
Ages 8–12 · 1952
A boy's quest for a bike leads to unexpected challenges and friendships.