Books About Crafting · 26 titles considered

The Best Crafting Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about crafting? 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.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2021

The Dragon

By Nicky Drayden · Book #9 in the Minecraft series

A young adventurer must train a dragon to save her village from illager raids.

256 pages· 59,694 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 332 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2019

The Lost Journals

By Mur Lafferty · Book #3 in the Minecraft series

Two friends enter a dangerous realm, testing their skills and friendship.

272 pages· 60,895 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 903 ratings
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Chapter Book · 2014

Minecraft: Construction Handbook

Unlock the secrets to building epic Minecraft creations with expert guidance.

80 pages· 7,243 words
4.4/5 Goodreads · 4,457 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2021

Bracelets for Bina's Brothers

Bina's bracelet-making reveals surprising patterns and family secrets.

32 pages· 711 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 448 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

A Hat for Mrs. Goldman

Sophia must knit a perfect hat for Mrs. Goldman, but her efforts unravel. Can she find a creative solution?

34 pages· 792 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,093 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

The Easter Bunny's Assistant

Easter Bunny and Skunk must find harmony in egg decorating chaos.

40 pages· 125 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 795 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1983

The Day It Rained Hearts

Hearts rain down, each unique, and Cornelia knows just who needs them.

36 pages· 276 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,123 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

Willow the Wednesday Fairy

By Daisy Meadows, Georgie Ripper (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the The Fun Day Fairies series

Two friends help a fairy recover the scattered pieces of a magical flag to restore fun to Wednesday before mischievous goblins find them first.

80 pages· 4,240 words· Est. 1 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 727 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1999

Arthur's Valentine Countdown

Discover hidden surprises as Arthur celebrates Valentine's Day.

12 pages· 240 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.6/5 Goodreads · 31 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2018

Mouse Loves Love

Mouse wonders why Minka is gathering craft supplies. What's her secret?

32 pages· 184 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
3.7/5 Goodreads · 82 ratings
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Crafting Picture Books

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

Nick and Nack Build a Birdhouse

Ages 4–7 · 2020

Join a builder and his robot as they create a birdhouse with hidden picture puzzles.

Abuela's Birthday

Ages 5–7 · 2015

A surprise birthday plan faces chaos from an unexpected feline helper.

The Gold Bowl: An Acorn Book

Ages 4–6 · 2023

Zoya crafts a glittering surprise for Coco's birthday. What will she create?

Mobs in the Mansion! (Minecraft)

Ages 4–8 · 2024

Explore a dark mansion in Minecraft's mysterious biomes.

Pinkalicious and the Holiday Sweater
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Pinkalicious and the Holiday Sweater

Ages 4–8 · 2022

Can Pinkalicious knit the perfect holiday sweater for her Secret Snowman gift?

My Brother Bernadette

Ages 8–9 · 2001

A boy's costume designs at camp spark unexpected reactions.

Minecraft: Guide to Animals

Ages 9–13 · 2017

Master taming and resource gathering with Minecraft's animals.

Buzzing Beehive! (Mobs of Minecraft #4)

Ages 4–8 · 2025

Uncover the secrets of bees and build your own honey farm in Minecraft.

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My Little Pony: Sunny's Day

Ages 4–8 · 2022

Sunny's sadness leads to a joyful adventure with Izzy in Maretime Bay.

Trouble Brewing! (Minecraft)
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Trouble Brewing! (Minecraft)

Ages 4–8 · 2024

Trapped underground, two players must brew potions to survive the dark.

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Crafting Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about crafting for developing and independent readers.

Minecraft Super Bite-Size Builds

2023

Master 20 unique Minecraft builds, from pirate coves to underwater aquariums, with step-by-step guides and tips.

Minecraft 5-Minute Stories
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Minecraft 5-Minute Stories

Ages 3–7 · 2025

New player faces Minecraft's wildest mobs in thrilling five-minute tales.

Guide to Combat

Ages 9–12 · 2021

Master combat in Minecraft with expert tips to defeat mobs and dominate PVP battles.

Enchanting and Potions in Minecraft

Ages 7–9 · 2018

Unlock the secrets of potion-making in Minecraft's vast world.

The Survivors' Book of Secrets

Ages 8–12 · 2016

Survive Minecraft's wilds with secret tips from expert Survivors.

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