Books About Deserted Islands

The Best Deserted Islands Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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Looking for excellent children's books about deserted islands? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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Chapter Book · Ages 11–15 · 1969

The Cay

By Theodore Taylor · Book #1 in the The Cay series

Stranded at sea, a boy must rely on an unlikely ally to survive and see beyond prejudice.

Jane Addams Children's Book Award (1970)
160 pages· 26,482 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 38,902 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Phillip's world turns upside down when his ship is torpedoed, leaving him stranded on a raft with only a cat and an old West Indian, Timothy. As they drift to a deserted island, Phillip's blindness forces him to depend on Timothy, challenging his ingrained prejudices. Can Phillip learn to trust and survive in this harsh new reality, or will his past beliefs be his downfall? Discover a gripping tale of survival, friendship, and the true meaning of seeing beyond the surface.
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2022

The Swiss Family Robinson

A shipwrecked family must survive on a deserted island.

160 pages· 118,045 words· Est. 22 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,715 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Stranded by a shipwreck, a family finds themselves on a deserted island teeming with exotic wildlife. As they navigate this new world, their resourcefulness is tested at every turn. Can they adapt and thrive in this untamed paradise, or will the island's mysteries prove too great a challenge? Each day brings new adventures and unexpected dangers, pushing them to their limits in a tale of survival and ingenuity.
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 1812

The Swiss Family Robinson

A shipwrecked family finds adventure and danger on a mysterious island.

336 pages· 54,539 words· Est. 6 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 111,099 ratings
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Summary: After a fierce storm, the Swiss family Robinson is marooned on a tropical island. With their ship's supplies and the island's hidden treasures, they must adapt to their new world. Each day brings fresh challenges and unexpected wonders. Can they turn this uncharted paradise into a home, or will the island's secrets prove too perilous? Discover a tale of survival, ingenuity, and the thrill of the unknown.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Stranded

Four kids shipwrecked on a jungle island must survive alone.

176 pages· 25,530 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 3,880 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Vanessa, Buzz, Carter, and Jane's family vacation turns into a survival nightmare when a storm leaves them shipwrecked on a remote island. With no adults or instructions, these siblings must navigate the wild and each other to find a way home. Can they overcome their differences and work together, or will the island's challenges prove too much? As they face the unknown, the stakes are high, and their bond is their only hope for survival. Will they make it back, or will the island become their permanent home?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

Archie and the Pirates

A clever monkey faces pirates and danger to save the day.

40 pages· 153 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.0/7 Bookroo·3.6/5 Goodreads · 170 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Stranded on a mysterious island, Archie the monkey must outwit a band of unruly pirates and a fierce tiger. With coconuts flying and danger at every turn, can Archie use his wits to save his friends and himself? Join this thrilling adventure where bravery and cleverness are the keys to survival.
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2023

Super King Viking Land!

By Thomas Flintham · Book #13 in the Press Start! series

King Viking must escape a deserted island with the help of a sailor and his own robotic creations.

80 pages· 2,186 words· Est. 49 min read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 432 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Sunny's dad, as King Viking, is trapped in Super World. To escape a distant island, he must transform from villain to hero, aiding Captain Trevor in fixing his boat. But with limited gaming skills, King Viking struggles to gather supplies. Can he save the day and conquer the island monster? And what role will Super Rabbit Boy play in this wild adventure? Dive into a vibrant, action-packed journey where the unexpected awaits at every turn.
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