Books About Choices

The Best Choices Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about choices? 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.

Unleashed
Dough Boys
Flip Flop!
All Your Twisted Secrets
The Shortlist

Our 8 Favorite Books About Choices

Maybe You Should Fly a Jet! Maybe You Should Be a Vet!
Sale price
$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1980

Maybe You Should Fly a Jet! Maybe You Should Be a Vet!

By Dr. Seuss, Kelly Kennedy (Illustrator)

Explore a world of whimsical and real careers in a rhyming adventure.

48 pages· 405 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,138 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Summary: Dive into a whimsical world where careers range from firefighters to fishbone boners. This Dr. Seuss classic, filled with rollicking rhymes and vibrant illustrations, encourages young readers to explore endless possibilities. With a mix of real and fantastical jobs, children will giggle and ponder their future paths. Perfect for sparking imagination and introducing the idea that everyone has a role to play, this book is a delightful read for home or classroom. Discover the joy of reading with this engaging tale that celebrates diversity and creativity in career choices.
If I Stay
Sale price
$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2009

If I Stay

By Gayle Forman · Book #1 in the If I Stay series

A young cellist must choose between life and joining her lost family after a tragic accident.

390 pages· 49,666 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 977,823 ratings
$15.99Save 6%
Summary: Seventeen-year-old Mia, a talented cellist, finds herself in a coma after a devastating car crash that claims her family. As she hovers between life and death, Mia must decide whether to embrace the pain of survival or reunite with her loved ones in the afterlife. With memories flooding back and the weight of her choice pressing down, Mia's journey is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the power of choice. Will she find the strength to stay, or will the pull of her family prove too strong?
Unleashed
Sale price
$1634
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015

Unleashed

By Gordon Korman · Swindle series

A former attack dog and a fierce rivalry lead to chaos and mystery.

208 pages· 39,882 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,206 ratings
$17.20Save 5%
Summary: Savannah's new pet, Luthor, a former attack dog, can't resist chaos when a certain truck passes by. Meanwhile, Griffin Bing faces off against his nemesis, Darren Vader, in a high-stakes invention contest. As tensions rise, strange inventions, a mysterious neighbor, and a stolen treasure weave a tangled web of intrigue. Can Savannah and Griffin unravel the mystery before it's too late?
Dough Boys
Sale price
$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Dough Boys

By Paula Chase · So Done series

Two friends face choices between basketball dreams and a dangerous path in their neighborhood.

352 pages· 62,760 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 184 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Summary: Simp and Rollie, best friends from the Cove, face a crossroads. Simp dreams of the NBA, but for now, he's a lookout in a local drug ring. Rollie, once passionate about basketball, is drawn to a music opportunity that could change his path. As pressures mount, their friendship is tested. Will they choose loyalty or their own futures? In a world where every decision counts, can they find a way out together?
What Would You Do in a Book about You?
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

What Would You Do in a Book about You?

By Jean Reidy, Joey Chou (Illustrator)

Imagine your story. What dreams will you chase? Discover endless possibilities.

40 pages· 334 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 232 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Summary: In a world where dreams know no bounds, this enchanting tale invites you to imagine your own story. What paths will you explore? What dreams will you chase? With rhythmic verses and vibrant illustrations, this book celebrates the endless possibilities of your future. Perfect for any milestone, it empowers you to become the author of your own powerful tale. What will you do in a book about you?
Flip Flop!
Sale price
$574
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2011

Flip Flop!

By Dana M. Rau, Jana Christy (Illustrator)

Two friends explore endless summer adventures and surprises.

24 pages· 109 words· Est. 2 min read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 174 ratings
$5.99Save 4%
Summary: Join two best friends as they dive into a summer filled with endless adventures. From sunny shores to thrilling amusement parks, each day brings new excitement and surprises. What wonders will they discover next? With easy words and playful rhymes, this story invites young readers to explore the magic of summer alongside their adventurous duo.
All Your Twisted Secrets
Sale price
$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2020

All Your Twisted Secrets

By Diana Urban

Trapped with a bomb, six students must choose who dies to survive.

390 pages· 93,320 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
3.5/5 Goodreads · 23,927 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
Summary: Six students, each with a secret, are trapped at a scholarship dinner with a bomb and poison. Amber Prescott must unravel their connections and secrets to escape alive. As time ticks away, fear escalates. Who will they choose to sacrifice, and why are they targeted? The clock is ticking, and the stakes are deadly.
Mirror Mirror
Sale price
$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Mirror Mirror

By Sarah Mlynowski · Book #17 in the Whatever After series

Abby and Jonah face wicked fairies to save Snow White's kingdom.

192 pages· 30,456 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 393 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
Summary: Abby and Jonah embark on a final mission through their magic mirror, returning to Snow White's kingdom. With Snow White preparing for her royal wedding, Abby must free Gabrielle, a fairy trapped in a mirror. But wicked fairies threaten their quest, and Abby finds herself ensnared. She must rally old friends like Cinderella and Aladdin for an epic showdown between good and evil. Will their courage and quick thinking be enough to save the day and ensure a happily ever after?
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