Books About Disobedience

The Best Disobedience Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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Looking for excellent children's books about disobedience? 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.

Goldilocks and the Three Bears
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

By Jim Aylesworth, Barbara McClintock (Illustrator)

A curious girl stumbles into a bear family's home, sparking unexpected trouble.

32 pages· 1,168 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,049 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Goldilocks is a curious girl who often forgets her mother's warnings. One day, her curiosity leads her into a bear family's home, where her innocent exploration turns into unexpected trouble. What will happen when the bears return? This playful twist on the classic tale invites readers to discover the consequences of Goldilocks' forgetfulness and the surprises that await her in the bears' cozy abode. With art reminiscent of 19th-century children's books, this story offers a fresh, engaging take on a beloved fable, blending whimsy with a hint of cautionary adventure.
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Bedtime at the Nut House

Will Wally and Hazel Nut's bedtime antics outlast Mama Nut's patience?

32 pages· 376 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 621 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: At the Nut House, bedtime becomes a lively showdown as Wally and Hazel Nut resist sleep with songs and moonlit antics. Mama Nut insists on bedtime, but will her resolve withstand their nutty rebellion? Join this catchy, musical tug-of-war and discover who will triumph in this bedtime battle. With a downloadable song, this adventure promises fun and surprises for all ages.
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 1995

Carlos and the Squash Plant

A boy's refusal to bathe leads to an unexpected ear sprout.

28 pages· 1,276 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 73 ratings
Paperback
Summary: Carlos, a farm boy in New Mexico, stubbornly avoids bathing after long days of work. But when his ear starts itching, he discovers something unusual growing inside. What strange events will unfold from this peculiar predicament?
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1883

Pinocchio

A puppet's quest to become human leads to mischief and self-discovery.

160 pages· 17,678 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,829 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Pinocchio, a mischievous puppet, dreams of becoming a real boy. Yet, his playful nature often leads him astray, causing trouble for his creator, Geppetto. To achieve his dream, Pinocchio must navigate a world filled with challenges, learning the virtues of honesty and kindness. Will he overcome his flaws and prove himself worthy of transformation? Join Pinocchio on his thrilling journey of self-discovery and character growth in a tale that explores what it truly means to be human.
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