Books About Children In War

The Best Children In War Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about children in war? 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.

Escape to the Hiding Place
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Our 8 Favorite Books About Children In War

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Picture Book · Ages 7–11 · 2023

Stars of the Night

By Caren Stelson, Selina Alko (Illustrator)

Children escape war-torn Prague, seeking safety and uncover a hero's identity decades later.

40 pages· 1,652 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 637 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: On the brink of World War II, 669 children flee Prague on the Kindertransport, leaving behind everything familiar. As they seek refuge in Britain, they face the haunting reality of their parents' fate. Decades later, they uncover the identity of the man who orchestrated their rescue. This poignant tale of survival and courage reveals the enduring impact of one man's selfless act amidst the horrors of war. Will they find solace in the truth of their past?
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2012

Escape to the Hiding Place

Smuggle a baby through Nazi-occupied Holland. Will they succeed?

128 pages· 10,198 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 329 ratings
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Summary: In WWII Holland, Patrick and Beth face a perilous mission: smuggling a Jewish baby to safety. As they navigate Nazi patrols and meet a Russian surgeon and hidden Jewish children, they witness the courage of those risking everything to save lives. Can they deliver the baby to Corrie ten Boom without being caught?
Chapter Book · Ages 11–14 · 2019

Torpedoed

A ship of children is torpedoed during WWII. Who will survive?

Golden Kite Award (2020)
304 pages· 56,881 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,629 ratings
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Summary: In 1940, the SS City of Benares, carrying children escaping war-torn England, is torpedoed by a German submarine. As chaos ensues, ordinary passengers must become heroes. Can they save the children amidst the Atlantic's perilous waters? Discover the courage and resilience that emerge from this harrowing true story of survival and heroism.
Chapter Book · 1999

Woeful Second World War

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144 pages· 19,564 words
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,828 ratings
Paperback
Summary: No content available to create a teaser.
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1942

Snow Treasure

Children risk all to smuggle gold past Nazi guards.

196 pages· 33,820 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 8,535 ratings
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Summary: In 1940, Peter Lundstrom's Norwegian village falls under Nazi control. With a daring plan from Uncle Victor, Peter and his friends must outsmart the enemy. Their mission: smuggle nine million dollars in gold past Nazi guards using sleds. As they risk their lives and their country's treasure, will their courage be enough to succeed? This gripping tale of bravery and cunning will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1998

If You Lived at the Time of the American Revolution

Experience the struggle for independence during the American Revolution.

80 pages· 6,683 words· Est. 56 min read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 262 ratings
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Summary: Step into the turbulent era of the American Revolution, where thirteen colonies grapple with the quest for freedom. Discover the daily lives of those caught between Patriots and Loyalists. Will you witness the birth of a nation or the chaos of war? Explore the choices and challenges faced by those living through this pivotal moment in history.
Chapter Book · 2010

The Enigma Plot

Can they stop the Virans from rewriting history?

40 pages· 2,177 words
3.7/5 Goodreads · 6 ratings
Paperback
Summary: Biff, Chip, Kipper, and friends embark on thrilling time-travel adventures to thwart the sinister Virans. From Ancient Rome to Bletchley Park, they must protect history's integrity. Will they succeed in preserving the past, or will the Virans alter the course of time forever? Each journey reveals new challenges and secrets, testing their courage and ingenuity. As they uncover their true destinies, the stakes have never been higher. Can they prevent the unraveling of history, or will the Virans' plots succeed?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Standoff

Separated by war, twin sisters fight to reunite amidst chaos.

288 pages· 55,177 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 96 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In war-torn Mariupol, twin sisters Rada and Dariia are torn apart by a sudden invasion. As Rada journeys with her father through perilous landscapes to join the resistance, she yearns to reconnect with her sister and mother. Each step is fraught with danger, but their unyielding love for family and homeland fuels their resilience. Will they find their way back to each other, or will the war's chaos keep them apart forever?
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