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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019
Caterpillar Summer
A summer trip reveals family secrets and tests sibling bonds.
320 pages· 55,933 words· Est. 8 hour read
6.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,558 ratings
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Books About Fishing · 106 titles considered
The Best Fishing Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about fishing? 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 Fishing
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
Vernon Is on His Way
Three friends embark on whimsical adventures, discovering joy in the everyday through waiting, fishing, and gardening.
64 pages· 929 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
5.9/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 379 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
The Fisherman & the Whale
A father and son discover a profound bond with a trapped whale at sea.
48 pages
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 411 ratings
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
Milton & Odie
Two otters, one optimistic, one pessimistic, discover friendship while ice fishing.
32 pages
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 70 ratings
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2008
Legend of the Lure
Can Daniel catch the legendary fish his grandpa pursued, or will it slip away?
72 pages· 4,756 words· Est. 40 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 133 ratings
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2017
The Secret Of Black Rock
A mysterious Black Rock threatens boats. Can Erin uncover its secrets?
40 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,257 ratings
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$1049
Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2014
Fish On!
A boy's fishing trip turns into a thrilling chase for a legendary fish.
60 pages· 7,920 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 113 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2015
Sardines of Love
Lola's fishing trip leads to unexpected challenges and a missing person mystery.
36 pages
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.3/5 Goodreads · 42 ratings
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023
Global
Two children battle climate change's impact on their homes and wildlife.
144 pages· 8,439 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,491 ratings
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$899
Picture Book · Ages 3–7
The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher
A frog's fishing trip turns into a series of unexpected mishaps.
54 pages· 844 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 11,913 ratings
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Fishing Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about fishing for the youngest readers and listeners.
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$999
I Love You the Purplest
Ages 2–4 · 1995
Two brothers seek their mother's love, but who does she love more?
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$795
Going Lobstering
Ages 0–3 · 1990
Curious kids join a lobsterman's adventure, facing unexpected sea life.
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$999
Curious George Goes Fishing
Ages 0–3 · 1987
A curious monkey tries to catch a fish and then helps a friend fly a kite.
Penguin Pete's New Friends
Ages 1–3 · 1988
A young penguin embarks on a journey, meeting new friends.
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$1899
Ocean
Ages 8–12 · 2012
Dive into the ocean's mysteries and uncover its hidden secrets.
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Fishing Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about fishing for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$899
Burt Dow, Deep-Water Man
Ages 3–7 · 1963
A storm at sea tests Burt's ingenuity to save himself and his gull.
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$1499
Fish
Ages 4–8 · 2020
A fisherman catches trash instead of fish, sparking a recycling adventure.
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$1699
McElligot's Pool
Ages 5–8 · 1947
A young boy fishes in a small pool, imagining the possibilities of what he might catch.
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$1799
Red Sky at Night
Ages 3–7 · 2018
A family fishing trip turns adventurous as weather sayings guide their journey.
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$2465
A Different Pond
Ages 4–8 · 2017
A young boy goes fishing with his father before dawn on a Saturday morning, learning about his father's past and their cultural heritage along the way.
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$599
Five Silly Fishermen
Ages 4–6 · 1989
Five fishermen miscount their return, sparking a humorous realization.
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$1595
Immi's Gift
Ages 4–8 · 2010
Two children, worlds apart, connect through mysterious objects found in water.
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$1795
How the Stars Came to Be
Ages 5–18 · 2020
A girl must light the night sky to guide her father home.
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$399
Just Fishing With Grandma
Ages 4–8 · 2003
A fishing trip with Grandma turns into an unforgettable adventure.
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$899
Just Like Daddy
Ages 4–8 · 1981
Little Bear learns fishing skills from both parents on a family trip.
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$1795
Dory Story
Ages 4–8 · 2000
Forbidden solo trip leads to unexpected ocean encounters.
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$1795
South
Ages 5–7 · 2017
A fisherman and an injured bird embark on a journey south, forging an unexpected bond along the way.
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Fishing Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about fishing for developing and independent readers.
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$699
Gone Fishing
Ages 6–9 · 2013
A fishing trip turns poetic as sibling rivalry unfolds in verse.
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$1999
The Secret River
Ages 4–8 · 1955
A secret river offers hope in hard times, but can it be found again?
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$1695
Father Water, Mother Woods
Ages 9–12 · 1994
Experience the wilds of Minnesota through thrilling and humorous outdoor adventures.
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$1699
Henry and Ribsy
Ages 7–9 · 1953
Henry Huggins goes on a fishing trip with his father and catches a 29-pound salmon with his bare hands.
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$1295
Song of the Deep
Ages 8–12 · 2016
A girl ventures underwater to save her father from a sea creature's grasp.
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$1899
The Missing Manatee
Ages 8–12 · 2005
A boy finds a shot manatee, uncovering secrets beneath the surface.
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$1999
Leaving Protection
Ages 8–12 · 2004
A young deckhand uncovers a dangerous secret aboard a fishing vessel, risking everything to survive.
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$699
Noodleheads Find Something Fishy (Graphic Novel)
Ages 6–9 · 2018
Two brothers try to learn how to fish and catch a big one.
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$505
La Gran Pesca / The Big Catch
Ages 6–8 · 2009
A beach trip leads to an unexpected discovery.
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$2599
Fishing on Thin Ice
Ages 8–11 · 2022
A snowstorm traps two boys on thin ice during a fishing trip. Can they make it home safely?
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$899
Catfish Noodling Courage
Ages 8–11 · 2023
Can Ella conquer her fears and catch a catfish with her bare hands?
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$1799
What If a Fish
Ages 8–12 · 2020
A boy's quest for identity leads him to Colombia, where magic and family secrets await.