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The Best Europe Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about europe? 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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The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Europe

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1954

The Wheel on the School

By Meindert DeJong, Maurice Sendak (Illustrator)

Can a group of children bring storks back to their village?

Newbery Medal (1955)

298 pages· 66,608 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

7.0/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 13,403 ratings

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Summary: In the quaint village of Shora, young Lina sparks a quest to uncover why storks no longer nest there. Her curiosity ignites a mission among six schoolchildren, uniting the entire village in a shared dream. As they strive to bring the storks back, their journey reveals the power of wonder and community. Will their efforts succeed, or will the storks remain a distant memory? Discover how a simple question can transform a village and inspire change.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2021

A Place to Hang the Moon

By Kate Albus

Three siblings seek a forever home amidst wartime chaos and secrets.

320 pages· 62,475 words· Est. 7 hour read

6.5/7 Bookroo·4.6/5 Goodreads · 25,294 ratings

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Summary: In 1940, siblings William, Edmund, and Anna are evacuated from London, hoping to find a new family in the countryside. As they navigate foster homes and wartime challenges, they find solace in a village library and its kind librarian, Nora. But with the war's shadow looming and Nora's husband's mysterious absence, can they find the family they long for? Discover a tale of resilience and the search for belonging in a world turned upside down.

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

Horton Halfpott

By Tom Angleberger

A loosened corset leads to chaos and a missing heirloom. Who's to blame?

216 pages· 29,684 words· Est. 4 hour read

5.5/7 Bookroo·3.8/5 Goodreads · 2,141 ratings

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Summary: When M'Lady Luggertuck loosens her corset, chaos ensues at Smugwick Manor. The Luggertuck Lump, a peculiar family heirloom, vanishes, and suspicion falls on Horton Halfpott, the honest kitchen boy. As rules crumble, a colorful cast of characters emerges, each a potential suspect in this whimsical mystery. Can Horton clear his name and uncover the truth behind the Loosening? Dive into a world of absurdity and intrigue where nothing is as it seems, and every twist brings a new surprise.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018

The Language of Spells

By Garret Weyr, Katie Harnett (Illustrator)

A dragon and a child unravel Vienna's forgotten mystery: the fate of missing dragons.

299 pages· 53,765 words· Est. 6 hour read

5.5/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 1,028 ratings

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Summary: In a world blind to dragons, Grisha, a hidden dragon, and Maggie, a seemingly ordinary girl, form an unexpected alliance. Tasked with uncovering Vienna's darkest secret, they delve into a mystery dating back to World War II: the disappearance of dragons. As they navigate a world of forgotten magic and hidden truths, they must ask: Can the lost dragons be saved? Their journey is one of rediscovery, adventure, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship, challenging them to remember old tales and create new ones in a city steeped in history and enchantment.

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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2003

Inkheart

By Cornelia Funke, Anthea Bell (Translator) · Book #1 in the Inkworld series

A girl must stop a villain brought to life from a book.

576 pages· 145,856 words· Est. 16 hour read

5.4/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 447,853 ratings

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Summary: Meggie's quiet life shatters when her father reads a villain out of a book, thrusting them into a perilous adventure. As fictional characters come to life, Meggie must harness her own hidden powers to save her father and rewrite their fate. Can she change the story before it's too late?

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Chapter Book · 1846

The Count of Monte Cristo

A sailor's quest for revenge after wrongful imprisonment leads to a treasure and a reckoning with fate.

531 pages· 455,380 words

4.3 Goodreads · 1,084,514 ratings

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Summary: Imprisoned on his wedding day for a crime he didn't commit, young sailor Edmond Dantès escapes the island fortress of Chateau d’If. With a hidden treasure at his disposal, he embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance against those who betrayed him. As Dantès transforms into the enigmatic Count of Monte Cristo, he must confront the consequences of his obsession. Will his pursuit of justice lead to redemption or ruin? Set in post-Napoleonic France, this tale of betrayal, adventure, and fate challenges the boundaries of revenge and destiny.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2021

When the World Was Ours

By Liz Kessler

Three friends torn apart by war seek hope and reunion.

FCBG Children’s Book Award (2022)

352 pages· 64,837 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.5 Goodreads · 6,999 ratings

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Summary: In 1936 Vienna, Leo, Elsa, and Max share a perfect day, unaware of the looming darkness of war. As Europe descends into chaos, their lives are shattered, scattering them across Germany, England, Prague, and Poland. Will they find their way back to each other, or has the war changed them forever? This poignant tale, inspired by true events, explores the enduring power of friendship and hope amidst the devastation of the Holocaust.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2019

The Fountains of Silence

By Ruta Sepetys

In 1957 Madrid, a young photographer uncovers dark secrets beneath a sunny facade, risking everything for truth and love.

512 pages· 100,174 words· Est. 9.5 hour read

4.3 Goodreads · 87,004 ratings

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Summary: In 1957 Madrid, Daniel Matheson, an aspiring photographer, seeks to connect with his heritage. His lens captures more than just the vibrant city; it reveals the haunting shadows of Franco's dictatorship. Meeting Ana, whose family bears the scars of the Spanish Civil War, Daniel is drawn into a web of secrets and danger. As his photographs raise unsettling questions, Daniel faces a perilous choice: protect those he loves or expose the truth. In a city where silence hides violence, can love and courage illuminate the darkness? Discover a gripping tale of identity, love, and the echoes of war.

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2011

Between Shades of Gray

By Ruta Sepetys

A girl uses art to survive a Siberian work camp and reunite her family.

Golden Kite Award (2012)

344 pages· 64,129 words· Est. 6 hour read

4.4 Goodreads · 287,810 ratings

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Summary: Fifteen-year-old Lina's life shatters when Soviet officers tear her family apart, sending them to a Siberian work camp. Amidst the harsh conditions, Lina clings to her art, embedding secret messages in her drawings, hoping to reach her imprisoned father. As she battles for survival, Lina's courage and creativity become her lifeline. Will her art be enough to reunite her family and keep hope alive? Discover a gripping tale of resilience and the power of love in the face of unimaginable adversity.

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Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2012

Catherine's War

By Julia Billet, Ivanka Hahnenberger (Translator), Claire Fauvel (Illustrator)

A young girl hides from the Nazis, capturing her journey through the lens of a camera.

Mildred L. Batchelder Honor (2021)

176 pages· 9,214 words· Est. 1.5 hour read

4.2 Goodreads · 3,360 ratings

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Summary: Rachel Cohen, a budding photographer at a children's home near Paris, must hide from the Nazis as France falls under their control. Adopting a new identity as Catherine Colin, she leaves behind her friends and safety. With her camera, Catherine documents her perilous journey and the bravery of those who risk everything to save lives. Will her passion for photography help her survive the war and preserve the memories of courage and sacrifice? Inspired by true events, this gripping tale explores identity, resilience, and the power of art in the darkest times.

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Europe Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

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

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All Aboard! Paris

Ages 0–3 · 2015

Embark on a train journey exploring cities with your little one.

#4 in Series

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$995

Les Misérables

Ages 0–5 · 2013

Discover classic tales through simple words and felted scenes for young readers.

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Europe Picture Books

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

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Emmeline Pankhurst

Ages 4–8 · 2017

A young dreamer fights for women's voting rights, changing history.

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The Lady with the Books

2020

In post-war Germany, two children find hope in a hall of books, changing their lives forever.

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The Clown of God

Ages 4–8 · 1978

A juggler's last performance on Christmas Eve may lead to a miracle.

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The Matchbox Diary

Ages 6–10 · 2013

A girl uncovers her great-grandfather's immigration story through matchbox mementos.

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L Is for London

Ages 4–8 · 2018

Explore London's iconic sights from A to Z with hidden surprises.

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$1995

Henri's Walk to Paris

Ages 5–9 · 1962

A boy's journey to Paris reveals unexpected wonders.

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Europe Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about europe for developing and independent readers.

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A Night Divided

Ages 9–13 · 2015

A girl risks everything to escape East Berlin and reunite her divided family.

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The War That Saved My Life

Ages 8–12 · 2015

A girl escapes wartime London, seeking freedom from her mother's cruelty.

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Journey of the Pale Bear

Ages 8–12 · 2018

A runaway boy must choose between his freedom and saving a captive polar bear.

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An Elephant in the Garden

Ages 10–13 · 2009

A family flees a bombed city with an elephant, facing perilous challenges and unexpected allies.

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The Diary of a Young Girl

Ages 11–15

A young girl hides from Nazis, documenting her life in a secret attic, revealing courage and humanity's frailty.

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For Freedom

Ages 12–18 · 2003

A young opera singer becomes a daring spy in Nazi-occupied France.

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Love & Gelato

Ages 12–18 · 2016

A journal leads Lina on a Tuscan adventure to uncover family secrets.

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Across the Pond

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Can Callie find her place in a new world after a friendship fallout?

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All in a Drop

Ages 7–11 · 2019

A self-taught scientist unveils a hidden world, challenging beliefs with a homemade microscope.

#2 in Series

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$1500

Code Name Verity

Ages 14–18 · 2012

A mission goes awry; captured, she must decide between truth and survival.

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Penny from Heaven

Ages 8–12 · 2006

Penny's summer plans unravel amid family tensions and past prejudices.

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Just One Day

Ages 14–18 · 2013

A spontaneous trip to Paris changes everything in just one day.

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