Books About Colonial America · 15 titles considered

The Best Colonial America Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about colonial america? 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.

Shadows at Jamestown
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Colonial America

Sale price
$958
Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 1958

The Witch of Blackbird Pond

By Elizabeth George Speare

A girl faces witchcraft accusations in colonial Connecticut, torn between belonging and truth.

Newbery Medal (1959)
249 pages· 59,817 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 162,039 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Shadows at Jamestown

A fraudulent artifact threatens an archaeological dig. Can the truth be uncovered?

190 pages· 32,742 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 422 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2014

Dash

By Kate Klimo, Tim Jessell (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the Dog Diaries series

A young dog named Dash travels with his master and other English colonists to the New World, where they establish the Plymouth Colony and interact with the local Wampanoag tribe.

160 pages· 17,186 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 361 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 7–+ · 2011

Problems in Plymouth

Time-traveling cousins must stop a traitor from altering history at Plymouth Colony.

128 pages· 9,821 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 435 ratings
$5.99Save 4%
Poison in the Colony
Sale price
$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Poison in the Colony

A girl with a dangerous gift must navigate a colony on the brink of conflict.

336 pages· 64,114 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 461 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1969

Sam the Minuteman

A young boy faces the dawn of revolution as British soldiers approach.

64 pages· 1,093 words· Est. 19 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 678 ratings
$4.99Save 5%
Picture Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

The Boston Tea Party

By Russell Freedman, Peter Malone (Illustrator)

Colonial protestors challenge British rule, igniting a historic rebellion.

40 pages· 2,017 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 267 ratings
$17.95Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution

Navigate the American Revolution with a time traveler's guide to espionage, rebellion, and historical hijinks.

144 pages· 20,653 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 391 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1941

The Matchlock Gun

By Walter D. Edmonds, Paul Lantz (Illustrator)

Can young Edward defend his family with an ancient gun against looming threats?

84 pages· 6,062 words· Est. 51 min read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 8,589 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2016

If You Were a Kid in the Thirteen Colonies

Two kids face a harsh winter storm, testing their survival skills in colonial America.

32 pages· 1,642 words· Est. 19 min read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 42 ratings
$7.95Save 5%
The Bookroo Book Club

Great books, picked for their age.

Books worth reading again and again, delivered to your door.

Find their book club
Bookroo book club box
Browse by age

Colonial America Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about colonial america for developing and independent readers.

Massachusetts

Ages 10–13 · 2007

This book explores the history, culture, geography, and people of Massachusetts from pre-colonial times to the modern era.

If You Were a Kid During the American Revolution

Ages 7–9 · 2016

Kids devise a daring escape from British soldiers during the American Revolution.

George Washington's Spies

Ages 7–10 · 2016

Uncover Washington's secret spy ring that helped win the Revolution.

Salem Witch Trials
Sale price
$999

Salem Witch Trials

Ages 8–12 · 2024

Unravel the real story behind the Salem Witch Trials—where myths and truths collide.

Paul Revere's Ride

Ages 6–8 · 2004

A midnight ride to warn colonists. Will he succeed before it's too late?

View all colonial america chapter books
Keep exploring
Books about Colonial and Revolutionary periodsBooks about missing home and homesicknessBooks about prejudice and racismBooks about witchcraft

Bookroo

  • About Us
  • Blog
  • FAQs
  • Help Center
  • Contact Us
  • Affiliates

Book Clubs

Follow Bookroo