Books About Doctors And Nurses · 116 titles considered

The Best Doctors And Nurses Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about doctors and nurses? 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.

Pete the Kitty Goes to the Doctor
Chinese Cinderella
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Doctors And Nurses

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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Pete the Kitty Goes to the Doctor

By James Dean (Author/Illustrator), Kimberly Dean · Pete the Kitty series

Pete the Kitty faces his fear of the doctor with his dad's help.

32 pages· 269 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 582 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

I Want to Be a Doctor

A young boy visits the hospital with his family after his brother gets hurt.

32 pages· 538 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 494 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2005

Listening for Lions

Orphaned in Africa, Rachel faces deception and danger in England. Can she reclaim her life and return home?

208 pages· 45,280 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 4,384 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2000

Judy Moody Was in a Mood

Judy Moody faces third grade with a bad mood and a unique class project.

176 pages· 11,142 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 19,044 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2016

Skunked!

Two skunks, one secret. Can they keep them hidden from Mom?

106 pages· 8,131 words· Est. 1 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 744 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 1999

Chinese Cinderella

An unloved daughter battles family disdain in 1940s China, seeking love and triumph.

240 pages
7.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 42,394 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017

This Little Trailblazer

Discover ten women who changed history with their courage and vision.

26 pages
6.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 460 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1939

Madeline

A young girl named Madeline has her appendix removed and her friends want to have the same experience.

54 pages· 436 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 220,411 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1998

A Bad Case of Stripes

A girl wakes up with stripes and struggles to cope with the reactions of those around her

32 pages· 1,435 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 89,119 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor

By Patricia Valdez, Felicita Sala (Illustrator)

A girl who loves reptiles grows up to design a zoo's Reptile House.

40 pages· 911 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
5.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,821 ratings
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Doctors And Nurses Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

Sturdy, inviting books about doctors and nurses for the youngest readers and listeners.

Leo Gets a Checkup

Ages 0–3 · 2018

Leo faces his first doctor's visit, learning patience and bravery.

Clive is a Nurse

Ages 1–3 · 2017

Clive and friends explore a nurse's world through playful role-play.

Dentist
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Dentist

Ages 2–5 · 2011

A child's first dentist visit unfolds with curiosity and reassurance.

Doctor
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Doctor

Ages 2–5 · 2011

Explore a child's first doctor visit and ease their fears.

Hospital
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Hospital

Ages 2–5 · 2011

A child's hospital visit sparks questions and eases fears.

Future Doctor

Ages 0–3 · 2020

Baby explores the world of doctors, ready to help and heal.

If I Were a Doctor
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If I Were a Doctor

Ages 1–3 · 2015

Discover what doctors do through engaging photos and simple text.

Today I'm a Veterinarian

Ages 2–4 · 2018

Explore a week in a veterinarian's life, healing animals and using unique tools.

Boomer Gets His Bounce Back

Ages 2–5 · 2013

A toy doctor helps a ball overcome its fear to bounce again.

Let's Meet the Doctor!

Ages 1–5 · 2021

Discover what happens at the doctor's and track your growth with a fun story.

Boo to You!
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Boo to You!

Ages 2–4 · 2014

A ghost stuck in a pumpkin fears Halloween. Can he be freed?

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Doctors And Nurses Picture Books

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

Clara and Davie

Ages 3–6 · 2014

A young Clara Barton overcomes a lisp to discover her healing gift, leading to greatness.

Hospital Friends

Ages 4–8 · 2015

Join a hospital adventure and discover new friends and fascinating places.

16 Words

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Discover how a simple wheelbarrow inspired a timeless poem through mindful observation.

Eat Your Rocks, Croc!

Ages 4–8 · 2020

Animals in trouble seek Dr. Sugar Glider's quirky advice.

The Berenstain Bears Go to the Doctor
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The Berenstain Bears Go to the Doctor

Ages 3–7 · 1981

A family of bears visits the doctor for a checkup.

Big Book of the Berenstain Bears

Ages 3–7 · 1996

Discover the Berenstain Bears' adventures as they navigate first-time experiences with humor and heart.

Tiny Stitches

Ages 7–12 · 2016

A surgical technician defies odds to pioneer children's heart surgery.

Doctor Dan

Ages 3–7 · 1952

A boy's bandage inspires a household of bandaged toys.

Zog and the Flying Doctors

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A princess defies tradition to save her kingdom and change minds.

The Doctor with an Eye for Eyes
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The Doctor with an Eye for Eyes

Ages 5–8 · 2017

A determined scientist overcomes adversity to revolutionize blindness treatment.

A River of Words

Ages 7–18 · 2008

A doctor by day, a poet by heart. Can he balance both worlds?

Walt Whitman

Ages 7–10 · 2004

A poet becomes a Civil War nurse, finding purpose in giving soldiers a voice.

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Doctors And Nurses Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about doctors and nurses for developing and independent readers.

Virginia Apgar

Ages 8–12 · 2021

A biography of Dr. Virginia Apgar, a pioneering female physician who developed the Apgar score, a method for evaluating the health of newborn babies.

Dragon Healer

Ages 7–9

A young stable boy must navigate the challenges of caring for a variety of magical creatures in a world of gods and goddesses.

The Whispering Skull

Ages 10–14 · 2014

A ghost-hunting team races to recover a dangerous relic before rivals do.

Graphic Nov.
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Bad Kitty Goes to the Vet

Ages 7–10 · 2016

A cat's visit to the vet becomes a journey of self-discovery and redemption

Centaur School

Ages 7–9 · 2016

A young healer must save a phoenix without his magical tools.

Echo's Sister

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A new school, a sister's illness, and a quest for hope.

The Women Who Caught the Babies

Ages 9–12 · 2019

Discover the legacy of African-American midwives through poetry and art, celebrating their vital role in birth and community.

Mrs. Cooney Is Loony!

Ages 6–10 · 2005

A second-grade student navigates the challenges of school and crushes while trying to uncover the truth about the school nurse

Who Was Clara Barton?
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Who Was Clara Barton?

Ages 8–11 · 2014

A shy girl becomes a battlefield angel and founds the Red Cross.

Bubble

Ages 8–10 · 2016

A boy's chance to leave his hospital bubble sparks hope and uncertainty.

High Time for Heroes
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High Time for Heroes

Ages 7–10 · 2014

Two siblings travel back in time to ancient Egypt to meet Florence Nightingale and learn about her life and work.

The School Nurse from the Black Lagoon

Ages 7–10 · 1995

Uncover the truth behind a mysterious disappearance.

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