Books About Colonial Period · 21 titles considered

The Best Colonial Period Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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

Who Was Blackbeard?
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Colonial Period

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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
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1955

Carry On, Mr. Bowditch

A small man defies odds to revolutionize sea navigation.

251 pages· 59,495 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 21,015 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2015

Who Was Blackbeard?

Unravel the mystery of Blackbeard's rise from sailor to legendary pirate.

105 pages· 7,057 words· Est. 59 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,273 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2004

George vs. George

Two Georges, one revolution. Who's the hero, who's the villain?

64 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,189 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2004

American Revolution

Uncover colonial secrets with Jack and Annie's fact-finding mission after their Revolutionary War adventure.

128 pages· 5,620 words· Est. 47 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 807 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2002

You Wouldn't Want to Be at the Boston Tea Party!

Step into history and join the Boston Tea Party rebellion.

32 pages· 4,022 words· Est. 34 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 245 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

Guns of Thunder

In pre-Revolutionary Connecticut, Ian faces a life-altering choice amid rising colonial tensions.

272 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 258 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1998

Standing in the Light

A Quaker girl's diary reveals her capture by Lenape Indians.

184 pages
4.0/5 Goodreads · 7,089 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2006

Blood on the River

By Elisa Carbone · Book #1 in the James Town series

A boy's journey to the New World reveals unexpected challenges and opportunities.

237 pages· 48,438 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 8,042 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Colonial America

Choose your path in a land on the brink of revolution.

112 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 114 ratings
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Colonial Period Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about colonial period for developing and independent readers.

The Fifth of March

Ages 10–12 · 1993

A young girl navigates danger and intrigue in 1770 Boston.

Skippack School

Ages 4–8 · 1939

Eli's new life in America challenges his expectations of school and adventure.

Alexander Hamilton

Ages 8–12 · 2011

Twins uncover family secrets and follow Alexander Hamilton to 1772 St. Croix.

Slavery in Early America

Ages 9–11 · 2011

Uncover the harsh realities and brave escapes of early American slavery.

We Were There at the Boston Tea Party

Ages 8–14 · 2013

Siblings carry secret messages, igniting revolution in 1773 Boston.

If You Were a Kid in the Thirteen Colonies

Ages 7–9 · 2016

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

Graphic Nov.
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Arrested for Witchcraft!

Ages 8–14 · 2014

A teen time-traveler must escape the Salem witch trials.

Filigree's Midnight Ride

Ages 6–9 · 2019

A tiny dog joins a historic midnight ride. Can he prove his worth?

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