Books About Cousins · 297 titles considered

The Best Cousins Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about cousins? 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 Dragon in the Library
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Cousins

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12

The Secret Garden

A lonely girl discovers a hidden garden with a mysterious key.

352 pages· 80,729 words· Est. 11 hour read
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,194,235 ratings
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2019

Patron Saints of Nothing

By Randy Ribay

A teen seeks the truth behind his cousin's murder in a war-torn land.

352 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 20,954 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 1984

The Very Bad Bunny

P.J. Funnybunny's family discovers true mischief when cousin Binky visits.

41 pages· 373 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 557 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2007

Anna Hibiscus

By Atinuke, Lauren Tobia (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Anna Hibiscus series

A young girl in Africa dreams of seeing snow amidst her vibrant family life.

112 pages· 7,589 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,529 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1957

Gone-Away Lake

By Elizabeth Enright, Joe & Beth Krush (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Gone-Away Lake series

Two children uncover secrets at a ghostly lakeside resort.

256 pages· 48,463 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 8,969 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2011

Voyage with the Vikings

Two cousins travel back in time to the Viking era and meet Erik the Red and his son Leif Eriksson.

128 pages· 9,915 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,501 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2010

The Dragon in the Library

By Kate Klimo, John Shroades (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Dragon Keepers series

A dragon's mysterious need leads to a daring rescue mission against a wicked foe.

240 pages· 41,865 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 691 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1962

The Wolves of Willoughby Chase

By Joan Aiken, Pat Marriott (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Wolves Chronicles series

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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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2011

The Fenway Foul-Up

By David A. Kelly, Mark Meyers (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Ballpark Mysteries series

A baseball bat is stolen from a famous player and two kids try to solve the mystery.

112 pages· 9,681 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 955 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2009

January Joker

By Ron Roy, John Steven Gurney (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Calendar Mysteries series

A group of kids try to figure out what is happening when their friends and pets start disappearing.

96 pages· 6,871 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,337 ratings
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Cousins Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about cousins for preschool and elementary-age readers.

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Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. The Naughty Nightcrawlers From Neptune

Ages 4–8 · 2016

A boy and his robot must stop an alien invasion from Neptune

Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto
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Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot vs. the Unpleasant Penguins from Pluto

Ages 6–8 · 2016

A penguin from Pluto plots Earth's takeover. Can Ricky and his robot stop him?

Forever Cousins

Ages 4–7 · 2022

Can friendship endure when distance separates best-friend cousins?

Loretta's Gift

Ages 4–8 · 2018

A girl seeks the perfect gift for her new baby cousin.

A Very Crazy Christmas
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A Very Crazy Christmas

Ages 5–7 · 2011

Freddy's holiday turns wild with his mischievous twin cousins.

Merry Christmas, Squirrels!

Ages 3–6 · 2015

Wild squirrels celebrate Christmas in whimsical miniature worlds.

Angelina's Christmas

Ages 3–5 · 1986

A lonely Christmas leads to a surprising discovery of Santa in town.

Henry and Mudge and Annie's Perfect Pet

Ages 5–7 · 2000

Annie seeks the perfect pet—soft, dry, and quiet. What will she choose?

When My Cousins Come to Town

Ages 6–9 · 2021

A girl seeks her own nickname among her unique cousins during a summer of self-discovery.

Dear Primo

Ages 4–8 · 2010

Two cousins discover their lives are more alike than different across borders.

Dirt on My Shirt

Ages 4–8 · 2008

Explore a lively neighborhood through fun poems and vibrant art.

Annie and Snowball and the Wintry Freeze
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Annie and Snowball and the Wintry Freeze

Ages 5–7 · 2010

A snow day promises fun and adventure for Annie, Henry, and Mudge.

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Cousins Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about cousins for developing and independent readers.

Turtle in Paradise

Ages 9–12 · 2010

In 1935, Turtle discovers family secrets and buried treasure in Florida.

We Were Liars
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We Were Liars

Ages 12–18 · 2014

A private island, a secretive family, and a friendship that turns destructive. What truth lies beneath the lies?

How I Live Now

Ages 14–18 · 2004

A girl and her cousins navigate a war-torn world, forging bonds amidst chaos and isolation.

Harris and Me

Ages 8–12 · 1993

City boy's summer on a farm leads to wild adventures and unexpected belonging.

Amina's Song

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Amina struggles to connect her two worlds after a life-changing trip.

Isadora Moon Gets in Trouble

Ages 6–9 · 2017

Half-fairy, half-vampire, Isadora faces chaos when a dragon joins her school day. What could go wrong?

The Tiger Troubles

Ages 7–9 · 2015

A stolen trophy, a blackmail plot, and two young sleuths on the case. Can they save the day?

The Capital Catch

Ages 7–9 · 2017

Two young detectives try to solve a mystery involving a baseball player and a series of stolen equipment

Closer to Nowhere
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Closer to Nowhere

Ages 10–13 · 2020

A cousin's arrival disrupts family harmony, revealing hidden truths.

The All-Star Joker

Ages 7–9 · 2012

A catcher is framed for pranks at the All-Star game. Can the truth be uncovered?

The Wrigley Riddle

Ages 6–9 · 2013

Ivy is missing at Wrigley Field. Is it sabotage or treasure hunting?

The Super Chef Contest

Ages 7–10 · 2014

A mouse helps his cousin in a cooking competition and discovers a secret that could change everything.

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