Books About Elementary Schools

The Best Elementary Schools Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about elementary schools? 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.

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Captain Underpants and the Preposterous Plight of the Purple Potty People

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Captain Underpants and the Big, Bad Battle of the Bionic Booger Boy, Part 2: The Revenge of the Ridiculous Robo-Boogers

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Captain Underpants and the Wrath of the Wicked Wedgie Woman

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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Elementary Schools

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1997

The Adventures of Captain Underpants

By Dav Pilkey · Book #1 in the Captain Underpants series

Two fourth-grade pranksters hypnotize their principal and accidentally turn him into a superhero.

144 pages· 6,198 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 60,540 ratings

Summary: George and Harold, mischievous fourth graders, accidentally turn their principal into Captain Underpants, a superhero from their comics. Chaos ensues as they confront the villainous Dr. Diaper and his robot minions. Can they save the day and restore normalcy before it's too late?

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1988

Horrible Harry in Room 2B

By Suzy Kline · Horrible Harry series

A second-grader navigates the challenges of elementary school with the help of his best friend, a mischievous classmate named Harry.

64 pages· 3,662 words· Est. 41 min read

3.9/5 Goodreads · 4,040 ratings

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Summary: In Miss Mackle's second grade class, Doug navigates the chaos of being best friends with Harry, whose wild antics keep everyone on edge. From startling classmates with a pet snake to playful pranks, Harry's unpredictable nature ensures that school is never boring. But as Doug tries to keep up, he wonders if the fun is worth the trouble. Can friendship survive the whirlwind of Harry's mischief, or will it all spiral out of control? Discover the unpredictable adventures that make second grade unforgettable.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2019

Lucky Stars

By Aron Nels Steinke · Book #3 in the Mr. Wolf's Class series

A boy's bike ride with his friend takes an unexpected turn after he loses control and crashes.

176 pages· 5,554 words· Est. 1 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 891 ratings

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Summary: In Mr. Wolf's class, every day is an adventure. Sampson struggles to find a story worth telling until a bike ride with Margot ends in an accident, offering him a fresh perspective. Meanwhile, Penny's peculiar friendship with school rats and Stewart and Oliver's recess rivalry add to the classroom chaos. Can these students turn their everyday mishaps into compelling narratives?

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Picture Book · Ages 7–9 · 2019

Call Me Max

By Kyle Lukoff, Luciano Lozano (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Max and Friends series

A new school year challenges Max to reveal his true identity.

32 pages· 896 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud

4.3/5 Goodreads · 470 ratings

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Summary: Max faces a pivotal moment when his teacher hesitates over his name. Choosing a boy's name, Max embarks on a journey of self-discovery, navigating friendships and family dynamics. As he reveals his true identity, Max must confront the challenges of being transgender. Will his courage lead to acceptance and understanding? This heartfelt story explores identity and belonging with warmth and sensitivity.

Captain Underpants and the Tyrannical Retaliation of the Turbo Toilet 2000

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2014

Captain Underpants and the Tyrannical Retaliation of the Turbo Toilet 2000

By Dav Pilkey · Book #11 in the Captain Underpants series

Two fourth-grade pranksters accidentally travel through time and must find a way back to their own time.

224 pages· 11,948 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 5,556 ratings

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Summary: The Turbo Toilet 2000 is back, hungrier than ever and seeking revenge. George, Harold, and their nemesis Melvin Sneedly must unite to stop this monstrous menace. With humanity's fate hanging in the balance, will Captain Underpants' Wedgie Power be enough to prevent disaster, or will he be flushed away forever? Dive into this hilarious adventure where toilets aren't just for flushing, and every page promises unexpected twists and laughs.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2006

Captain Underpants and the Preposterous Plight of the Purple Potty People

By Dav Pilkey · Book #8 in the Captain Underpants series

Two fourth-grade pranksters travel through time and space, causing chaos and mayhem wherever they go.

176 pages· 7,217 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 12,901 ratings

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Summary: George and Harold's time-traveling adventure lands them in a world where everything seems perfect, but danger lurks. Their evil-twin look-alikes capture their pet pterodactyl and bionic hamster. Can they outsmart their greatest foes—THEMSELVES—or will Captain Underpants need to save the day?

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2003

Captain Underpants and the Big, Bad Battle of the Bionic Booger Boy, Part 2: The Revenge of the Ridiculous Robo-Boogers

By Dav Pilkey · Book #7 in the Captain Underpants series

Two fourth-grade pranksters accidentally switch the brains of their mean principal and a nerdy classmate using a machine called the Combine-O-Tron 2000.

176 pages· 8,401 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 17,938 ratings

Summary: George and Harold thought their booger troubles were over, thanks to Sulu the Bionic Hamster. But the Ridiculous Robo-Boogers have other plans. As these gooey foes pursue them, the boys must rely on their wits and Sulu's heroics to escape. Will they outrun the sticky menace, or is another slimy showdown inevitable? Dive into this hilarious adventure to find out!

Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2000

Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants

By Dav Pilkey · Book #4 in the Captain Underpants series

Two fourth-grade pranksters accidentally create a superhero when they hypnotize their mean principal, who then battles a variety of villains, including a mad scientist and a giant robot.

160 pages· 7,020 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 23,530 ratings

Summary: Fourth-graders George and Harold love pranks, but their latest joke pushes their teacher too far. Enter Professor Pippy P. Poopypants, the new science teacher with a name too tempting to mock. When the boys can't resist, the Professor enacts a wild plan, forcing everyone in town to adopt silly names. Chaos ensues as the town grapples with this hilarious identity crisis. Can George and Harold fix the mess they've made, or will they be stuck in a world of absurdity forever? Discover the uproarious consequences of a prank gone too far.

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2014

Oh, Valentine, We've Lost Our Minds!

By Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the My Weird School Special series

A third-grade class gets a new exchange student from France who shakes things up on Valentine's Day

144 pages· 8,292 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.3/5 Goodreads · 813 ratings

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Summary: In the week of Valentine's Day, A.J.'s class welcomes Pierre, a French exchange student. When Pierre challenges A.J. to a duel over Andrea, chaos ensues. Will love or rivalry win? Join the hilarious antics at Ella Mentry School, where Valentine's Day becomes an unforgettable adventure filled with unexpected twists and laughter. Discover if A.J. can navigate this bizarre holiday challenge and what surprises await in this special, fun-filled story.

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2001

Captain Underpants and the Wrath of the Wicked Wedgie Woman

By Dav Pilkey · Book #5 in the Captain Underpants series

Two fourth-grade pranksters accidentally hypnotize their mean teacher, turning her into a supervillain.

176 pages· 8,937 words· Est. 2 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 16,145 ratings

Summary: George and Harold's prank goes awry, transforming their teacher, Ms. Ribble, into the villainous Wedgie Woman. With her sights set on world domination and armed with two menacing robots, chaos ensues. Only the Waistband Warrior, Captain Underpants, stands between her and total control. Can the boys and their unlikely hero stop her before it's too late? Dive into a world of imagination, mischief, and unexpected heroics.

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