Books About Factories

The Best Factories Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about factories? 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.

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Factories

Fortune's Magic Farm
Sale price
$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009

Fortune's Magic Farm

By Suzanne Selfors

A girl inherits a magical farm and must choose between two worlds.

304 pages· 54,880 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 887 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Isabelle, a ten-year-old orphan from a dreary town, discovers she's the heir to a magical farm where cherries cure and fronds make you fly. As she embraces this enchanting world, a call to save her rain-soaked hometown tests her loyalty. Can she balance the magic of her new life with the needs of the place she left behind? Isabelle's journey is filled with quirky characters and whimsical challenges, leading her to a decision that could change everything. Will she find a way to bring sunshine to both worlds?
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1964

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

By Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator) · Charlie and the Chocolate Factory series

A poor boy finds a golden ticket to visit a mysterious and magical chocolate factory

164 pages· 31,115 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
5.9/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 955,968 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Charlie Bucket, a kind-hearted boy, wins a golden ticket to Willy Wonka's mysterious chocolate factory. Alongside four other children, each with their own quirks, Charlie embarks on a fantastical adventure. As they explore the factory's wonders, unexpected challenges test their character. Will Charlie's honesty and bravery help him navigate the surprises within? What secrets does the factory hold, and who will emerge changed forever? Discover the magic and mystery behind the factory's doors.
Otto Tattercoat and the Forest of Lost Things
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Otto Tattercoat and the Forest of Lost Things

By Matilda Woods

A city darkens, a boy is lost, and a girl seeks answers in a magical forest.

256 pages· 48,458 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 426 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In Hodorf, Nim lives by the Tattercoats' code, surviving with her rat, Nibbles. When Otto, a new boy, is ensnared by a fallen Tattercoat's schemes, Nim must save him. As the city grows colder and darker, Nim ventures into the mysterious woods, seeking Otto and the truth behind the vanishing sundragons. Can she uncover the secrets before the city freezes over?
The Bear Who Wanted to Be a Bear
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$1348
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1976

The Bear Who Wanted to Be a Bear

By Jörg Steiner, Jörg Müller (Illustrator)

A bear wakes from hibernation to find a factory where his forest once stood.

34 pages
4.3 Goodreads · 119 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: While a bear sleeps through the winter, a huge factory is built over his forest. When he wakes, the foreman insists he is not a bear at all but a lazy man who needs a shave, and puts him to work in the factory. Can the bear prove to everyone, and to himself, that he really is a bear?
The Candymakers and the Great Chocolate Chase
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$1139
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2016

The Candymakers and the Great Chocolate Chase

By Wendy Mass · Book #2 in the The Candymakers series

A candy bar's secret threatens four friends' journey to make things right.

560 pages· 152,235 words· Est. 17 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 4,263 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Logan, Miles, Philip, and Daisy return to the Life is Sweet factory, only to find the winning candy bar hides a troubling secret. As they embark on a tour to unveil the new treat, a fifty-year-old mystery emerges, challenging their friendship and courage. With hidden treasures and secret worlds awaiting, can they trust each other enough to uncover the truth and save their creation? Dive into a world of adventure and candy, where the stakes are sweeter and higher than ever before.
Fly Guy vs. the Flyswatter!
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$759
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

Fly Guy vs. the Flyswatter!

By Tedd Arnold · Book #10 in the Fly Guy series

A boy and his pet fly go on a field trip to a factory that makes flyswatters.

32 pages· 394 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.1 Goodreads · 1,494 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Fly Guy sneaks into Buzz's pocket for a school trip to a flyswatter factory. When a robotic swatter detects him, chaos ensues. Can Fly Guy escape the factory's clutches and turn disaster into the best field trip ever?
The Secret in the Old Attic
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1944

The Secret in the Old Attic

By Carolyn Keene · Book #21 in the Nancy Drew Mystery Stories series

A race against time to find hidden manuscripts and thwart ruthless thieves.

192 pages· 32,191 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 12,551 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Nancy Drew must decipher a dead man's letters to save Philip March and his granddaughter from ruin. As she hunts for hidden musical manuscripts in a shadowy mansion, she faces dangerous adversaries. Can Nancy outsmart a trio of thieves and solve the mystery before it's too late?
Curious George Goes to a Chocolate Factory
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$474
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1998

Curious George Goes to a Chocolate Factory

By H. A. Rey, Margret Rey · Curious George series

A curious monkey gets into trouble at a chocolate factory.

24 pages· 684 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.9/7 Bookroo·4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,791 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: George, the ever-curious monkey, visits a chocolate factory with the man in the yellow hat. His curiosity gets the better of him, leading to a chaotic adventure as he explores the candy-making process. When things go awry, George's quick thinking on the assembly line might just save the day. Will his mischief turn into a sweet success, or will the chocolate factory face disaster? Discover how George's curiosity leads to unexpected fun and a surprising resolution.
Ice Cream for You
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$1248
Picture Book · 2007

Ice Cream for You

By Harley Chan

Who helps turn milk into the cold treat in your cone?

16 pages
$12.95Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Photographs follow ice cream from the dairy farm to the factory to the store, showing the many workers and steps it takes before a scoop reaches a child's cone.
Car
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$759
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2022

Car

By Becky Herrick, Mr. Richard Watson (Illustrator) · How It's Built series

Discover how cars are built with the Junior Engineers Club.

32 pages· 1,582 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
3.6 Goodreads · 13 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Join Kai and Zoe as they lead the Junior Engineers Club on an exciting journey to uncover the secrets of car construction. With a special invitation to an auto show, the club dives into the fascinating world of engineering, exploring each step of the building process. Will they uncover the mysteries behind the machines they see every day? This STEM adventure promises to ignite curiosity and inspire young minds to dream big about the wonders of engineering and technology.
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