Books About Education · 214 titles considered

The Best Education Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about education? 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.

Amal Unbound
The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Education

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2018

Amal Unbound

By Aisha Saeed · Book #1 in the Amal Unbound series

A young girl's dream is shattered by a powerful family's control. Can she reclaim her freedom?

240 pages· 39,370 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 19,046 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2012

Caterpillar to Butterfly

Discover the magical transformation from caterpillar to butterfly in this captivating journey.

32 pages· 861 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 348 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1978

I Can Read with My Eyes Shut!

A young reader celebrates the joy of reading and the many things they can learn from books.

48 pages· 442 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 21,213 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2020

Cece Loves Science

A group of students learn about push and pull forces in their science class.

40 pages· 826 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 242 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003

Inside Your Outside!

Explore the wonders of the human body with the Cat in the Hat.

48 pages· 1,305 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud
4.8/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 768 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1988

Dead Poets Society

A secret club tests the limits of freedom and individuality against oppressive authority.

166 pages· 32,378 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 164,082 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2019

The Crayon Man

A man invents a new kind of colored crayon that brings joy to children all around the world.

48 pages· 1,134 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
6.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 2,259 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Samira Surfs

A refugee girl finds hope and courage in a surf club.

416 pages· 31,980 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 468 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2018

An Inconvenient Alphabet

Two patriots attempt to simplify English spelling, facing unexpected challenges.

48 pages· 1,180 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 334 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015

The House That Jane Built

By Tanya Lee Stone, Kathryn Brown (Illustrator)

A woman transforms a Chicago neighborhood with a community center, impacting thousands.

32 pages· 1,243 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,254 ratings
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Education Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

Maria Montessori

Ages 0–3 · 2019

Discover a trailblazer who revolutionized education and changed children's lives.

Boomer Goes to School

Ages 0–12 · 1996

A new school brings confusion and discovery for Boomer.

Let's Get Moving!

Ages 4–8 · 2020

Discover why things move with Red Kangaroo's playful physics adventure.

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Education Picture Books

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

Hello, Neighbor!

Ages 4–8 · 2020

Discover the heartwarming story behind Mister Rogers' Neighborhood and its creator.

Thank You, Mr. Falker

Ages 5–8 · 1998

A young girl struggles to learn to read despite her love for books and learning.

Malala's Magic Pencil

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A young girl's desire for a magic pencil leads her to discover the power of her own voice and the importance of education.

The Story of Ruby Bridges

Ages 4–8 · 1995

A young girl integrates a white elementary school in New Orleans in the 1960s.

There's No Place Like Space!

Ages 4–8 · 1999

The Cat in the Hat takes readers on a journey through the solar system, exploring the planets and stars.

A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood

Ages 6–8 · 2019

Discover timeless songs that celebrate kindness and self-love, cherished by generations.

Richard Scarry's Best Word Book Ever

Ages 3–7 · 1963

Discover a world of words in a vibrant, interactive book.

The Oldest Student

Ages 4–8 · 2020

A young girl dreams of freedom and learning to read in the midst of slavery and hardship.

I Am Farmer

Ages 7–11 · 2019

A gardener's dream turns into a nation's hope for clean water and lush gardens.

Malala
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Malala

Ages 6–9 · 2015

A young girl defies the Taliban to champion education for all, risking everything.

Through My Eyes

Ages 8–12 · 1999

A six-year-old girl becomes the first African American student to integrate a white school in New Orleans in 1960.

If I Built a School
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If I Built a School

Ages 5–8 · 2019

A boy imagines the ultimate school with futuristic features and endless fun.

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Education Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about education for developing and independent readers.

The Year of Miss Agnes

Ages 8–12 · 2000

A young girl navigates her life in a small Alaskan village with the help of a new teacher.

The Secret School

Ages 8–11 · 2001

A 14-year-old girl secretly runs a school after the teacher leaves to care for her ailing mother and the school board refuses to replace her.

The Magic School Bus Inside a Hurricane

Ages 4–8 · 1995

A wild weather adventure leaves a student lost. Can Ms. Frizzle save him?

The Magic School Bus on the Ocean Floor

Ages 4–8 · 1992

Dive into an ocean adventure with a magical bus exploring underwater wonders.

Great Migrations: Butterflies
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Great Migrations: Butterflies

Ages 7–9 · 2010

Monarchs embark on a perilous 3,000-mile journey across generations.

Becoming Kareem

Ages 10–16 · 2017

A shy boy's journey from awkwardness to basketball legend amid social upheaval.

Who Was George Washington Carver?

Ages 8–12 · 2015

The life story of George Washington Carver, a renowned American botanist, inventor, and educator.

The Skylarks' War

Ages 10–14 · 2018

A girl defies societal norms to pursue education and independence during World War I.

Who Is Malala Yousafzai?
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Who Is Malala Yousafzai?

Ages 8–11 · 2015

A young girl fights for her right to an education in a war-torn country.

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Bats: Learning to Fly

Ages 9–12 · 2017

An injured bat discovers the secrets of flight and survival at a rehabilitation center.

Who Would Win? Ultimate Bug Rumble
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Who Would Win? Ultimate Bug Rumble

Ages 6–9 · 2017

A tournament of sixteen bugs and insects compete against each other in a single-elimination fight

Who Was Milton Bradley?

Ages 8–11 · 2016

The life of Milton Bradley, a game maker and inventor, is explored in this biography.

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