Looking for excellent children's books about crushes? 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.
A mute swan seeks love through a stolen trumpet's melody.
A sixth-grader navigates the challenges of middle school, including a difficult teacher, a crush on a classmate, and a quest to break a world record.
A girl faces unwanted attention at school and learns to stand up for herself.
A shy drummer faces friendship shifts, family changes, and unexpected love at summer camp.
Secret love letters are exposed, turning a girl's imaginary romances into chaos.
Greg must toughen up or face military school. Can he avoid his dad's plans?
A caveboy's grand gestures to win a cavegirl's heart lead to unexpected twists.
A middle school dance leaves Greg scrambling to avoid being the odd man out.
A middle school student navigates the challenges of adolescence, including bullies, crushes, and family relationships.
Nikki juggles two parties, a crush, and a mean girl's schemes. Can she handle the chaos?
Illustrated read-alouds about crushes for preschool and elementary-age readers.
Violet must find the courage to express her feelings to Mira before Valentine's Day.
Splat's valentine faces rivalry and rejection. Can he win Kitten's heart?
Arthur must solve the mystery of his secret admirer before Valentine's Day ends in heartbreak.
A girl and her classmate go on a field trip to an art museum.
A bunny's quest for a bear's attention leads to an unexpected twist.
Pete's crush on Bunny leads to teasing and a heartfelt plan.
Longer stories about crushes for developing and independent readers.
A sixth-grader navigates the challenges of middle school, friendships, and crushes.
A secret valentine cupcake leads to unexpected awkwardness. Will Alexis's crush respond, or is friendship the true gift?
Nikki's diary falls into the wrong hands, unleashing chaos.
A sixth-grader navigates the challenges of middle school, friendships, and crushes.
Can Nate outsmart Mrs. Godfrey, or will his plan backfire?
Nate's crush and a headline-making fight lead to chaos. Can he recover?
Nikki must save an animal shelter, but rival MacKenzie complicates her plans.
New school year, new boy, and a test for the Baby-sitters Club.
Nikki races against time to secure her dream date for the biggest dance of the year. Will her crush choose her or someone else?
A diary reveals past blunders and a sudden leap to wisdom. What changed?
Nikki faces a summer dilemma with a new crush and her old friend, Brandon.
Can Alexis find a formula for love amidst her organized chaos?
