Books About Fortune-telling

The Best Fortune-telling Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about fortune-telling? 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.

Nancy Clancy Sees the Future
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Arthur and the Cootie-Catcher
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The Misfortune Cookie
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The Berenstain Bear Scouts and the Magic Crystal Caper
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Bink and Gollie: Two for One
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$674
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

Bink and Gollie: Two for One

By Kate DiCamillo, Alison McGhee, Tony Fucile (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Bink and Gollie series

Two friends visit a state fair and participate in various activities.

96 pages· 840 words· Est. 13 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,103 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: At the state fair, opposites Bink and Gollie tackle games and a talent show. Energetic Bink aims for a giant donut, while artistic Gollie seeks to impress the crowd. A visit to fortune-teller Madame Prunely hints at their unbreakable bond. Can teamwork and wit guide them through the fair's wonders?
Miss Fortune
Sale price
$574
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Miss Fortune

By Brandi Dougherty · Book #3 in the Poison Apple series

A cursed necklace brings chaos. Can Zoe break the spell before disaster strikes?

192 pages· 31,263 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,014 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Zoe scoffs at superstition until a carnival fortune-teller's necklace unleashes chaos in her life. Her bike spins out of control, fires ignite mysteriously, and threatening messages flood in. With the carnival vanished, Zoe and her friend Mia must unravel the curse's mystery before it's too late. Will they find a way to break the spell, or is Zoe doomed to a fate she never believed in?
Nancy Clancy Sees the Future
Sale price
$574
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2014

Nancy Clancy Sees the Future

By Jane O'Connor, Robin Preiss Glasser (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Nancy Clancy series

A young girl discovers she may have the ability to see the future.

144 pages· 8,405 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 938 ratings
$5.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Nancy Clancy believes she might have the power to predict the future. As she delves into fortune-telling, she discovers it's not as simple as it seems. Are her predictions genuine, or mere coincidences? Join Nancy on her whimsical journey to uncover the truth about her supposed clairvoyance. With each twist, young readers will wonder if Nancy's powers are real or just a playful imagination. Dive into this charming chapter book and explore the delightful mystery of Nancy's newfound abilities.
The Fortune-Tellers
Sale price
$1498
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1992

The Fortune-Tellers

By Lloyd Alexander

A carpenter's attempt to become a seer leads to chaos in his village.

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1992)Boston Globe–Horn Book Award (1993)Golden Kite Honor (1993)
32 pages· 882 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 817 ratings
$15.99Save 6%
Hardcover
Summary: In a small Cameroonian town, a fortune-teller vanishes after revealing the future to a young carpenter. Left with newfound knowledge, the carpenter decides to impersonate the seer, leading to a series of comedic misadventures. As he navigates the villagers' expectations and his own limitations, will he manage to maintain the ruse, or will his antics unravel the community's trust? Discover the humorous twists that unfold as he grapples with his unexpected role.
Arthur and the Cootie-Catcher
Sale price
$1348
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1999

Arthur and the Cootie-Catcher

By Marc Brown · Arthur Chapter series

A fortune-telling cootie-catcher controls Arthur and friends. Can they break free?

64 pages· 4,764 words· Est. 53 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 144 ratings
$13.95Save 3%
Hardcover
Summary: At Prunella's half-birthday, a fortune-telling cootie-catcher seems to predict the future, ensnaring Arthur and his friends in its mysterious grip. As they follow its every command, they must decide if they can defy its power or remain trapped forever. Will they find the courage to challenge the cootie-catcher's authority, or are they destined to be its puppets? Dive into this captivating adventure and discover if Arthur can outsmart the seemingly omniscient paper oracle.
The Misfortune Cookie
Sale price
$574
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1998

The Misfortune Cookie

By Dan Greenburg, Jack E. Davis (Illustrator) · The Zack Files series

Fortune cookies predict chaos. Is this Zack's unlucky break?

64 pages· 6,844 words· Est. 58 min read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 154 ratings
$5.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Zack's life takes a bizarre turn when his fortune cookie predictions start coming true. As strange events unfold, he must navigate a world where every fortune could spell disaster. Is this thirteenth adventure his unluckiest yet? With each fortune, the stakes rise, leaving Zack to wonder if he can outsmart fate or if he's doomed to follow its mysterious path. Can he unravel the truth behind these uncanny predictions before it's too late?
Fortune Tellers
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Fortune Tellers

By Lisa Greenwald · Fortune Tellers series

Old fortunes resurface, challenging three estranged friends to reconnect.

240 pages· 45,165 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 247 ratings
$19.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: Millie, Nora, and Bea were inseparable until a fight and life changes pulled them apart. Now, mysterious fortunes from their past reappear, urging them to rediscover their bond. As they navigate the challenges of middle school and distance, will these cryptic messages guide them back to each other, or is their friendship lost forever? Dive into a tale of nostalgia, courage, and the magic of childhood promises.
Dragon Dreams
Sale price
$674
Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2023

Dragon Dreams

By Cora Reef, Jake McDonald (Illustrator) · Book #7 in the The Not-So-Tiny Tales of Simon Seahorse series

A sea dragon's prediction puts Simon's friend in danger. Can he save her?

128 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 22 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: Simon Seahorse's visit to a fortune-telling sea dragon takes a dark turn when he hears his friend Olive Octopus is in danger. With the dragon's crystal bubble clouding over, Simon is left with a chilling mystery. Determined to protect Olive, he must unravel the cryptic warning before it's too late. What peril lies ahead, and can Simon decipher the truth in time? Dive into this underwater adventure where friendship and courage are tested in the face of the unknown.
The Berenstain Bear Scouts and the Magic Crystal Caper
Sale price
$379
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1997

The Berenstain Bear Scouts and the Magic Crystal Caper

By Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain · The Berenstain Bear Scouts series

A magic crystal ball's wild predictions attract a cunning swindler.

96 pages· 8,911 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 80 ratings
$3.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: The Bear Scouts visit Grizzly Gran with a pressing question, but chaos ensues when her crystal ball starts making wild predictions. As the ball's powers attract the attention of the devious Ralph Ripoff, the Scouts must navigate a web of deceit and danger. Can they protect Gran's magical treasure from falling into the wrong hands, or will Ralph's schemes prevail? Adventure and mystery await as the Scouts race against time to outsmart a cunning adversary.
Oracle of Doom
Sale price
$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2018

Oracle of Doom

By D.J. MacHale · The Library series

A fortune-telling machine predicts doom. Can Marcus change fate before it's too late?

304 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 78 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
Hardcover
Summary: Marcus, an agent of the mysterious Library, faces a dire challenge when his friend Theo receives a chilling fortune: his life will end on his fourteenth birthday. As Theo's fate looms and Lu's cousin vanishes, Marcus must unravel the secrets of the Oracle Baz, a fortune-teller who perished in a fire. With their own stories at stake, can Marcus and his friends alter the course of destiny by delving into the past? The clock is ticking, and the future hangs in the balance.
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